Ride Operator

Expected Start Date

08/24/2026

Compensation

$15.95 / Hourly

Hours Per Week

20

Number Of Positions

8

Shift

Rotating

Job Description

American Dream, developed by Triple Five Group, is an unparalleled mix of world-class entertainment, retail, and dining, comprising more than 3 million square feet just minutes away from New York City in East Rutherford, New Jersey. American Dream is home to leading attractions, including DreamWorks Water Park, Nickelodeon Universe Theme Park, LEGOLAND Discovery Center, SEA LIFE Aquarium, Big SNOW Ski Hill, Dream Wheel – a 300-foot observation wheel overlook the NYC skyline, as well as attractions debuting soon such as The Game Room Powered by Hasbro and Skip Barber Racing Go-Kart Academy. American Dream’s immersive luxury shopping and dining experience – The Avenue – features Saks Fifth Avenue, Hermès, Saint Laurent,Dolce & Gabbana, Carpaccio, a fine-dining Italian restaurant, and much more. The retail collection is further expanded with flagship locations for Aritzia, H&M, PRIMARK, Uniqlo, Sephora and Zara; as well as the Toys'R'Us global flagship, the only standalone

location in the U.S, and the world’s first and only “candy department store,” IT’SUGAR.

For more information on American Dream, visit or find us on Instagram @americandream and TikTok @americandream_official.

KEY OBJECTIVES:

The main purpose of the Nickelodeon Universe Attendant - Rides is:

To provide the best possible service to guests while performing all the required functions to safely operate mechanical and non-mechanical rides and attractions.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Ability to maintain focus while safely operating a variety of mechanical and non-mechanical rides and attractions, both independently and in groups.

Ability to safely operate heavy machinery.

Assist with safely loading and unloading guests on the rides.

Properly enforce all height and rider safety requirements and chaperone policy.

Ensure that all guests are properly restrained prior to the start of the ride cycle.

Monitor the safety of guests and co-workers inside and outside of the ride during the entire ride cycle.

Use microphone to communicate instructions or concerns to guests.

Positively interact both verabally and non-verbally with guests, ensuring an excellent experience.

Ensure the overall safety of guests on the ride and co-workers in the ride area while the ride is operational.

Ability to visually, and auditorily observe any safety and/or guest concern while operating the ride/attraction

Scan guests wristbands prior to them riding.

Guest greet at the entrance of ride while ride is closed or slow during downtime.

Maintain the cleanliness of the ride area by sweeping floors, wiping down the ride and emptying trash containers.

Ability to multi-task.

Ability to work in elevated locations.

Inspect equipment using visual and tactile methods as trained.

May perform the function of a custodian cleaning for Nickelodeon Universe or Rides.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Must be at least 16 years of age.

Must have excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills.

Ability to communicate and understand with the use of hand signals.

Must be detailed oriented, safety-minded, and observant.

Previous guest experience preferred.

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

Use of both hands

Perform repetitive motions - frequently, 90% of the time

Stand - frequently, 90% of the time

Walk - frequently, 90% of the time

Sit - infrequently

Reach at or below shoulder level - frequently 90% of the time

Reach at ir above shoulder level - occasionally, 30% of the time

Push/Pull - frequently

Kneel - frequently

Bend - frequently, 90% of the time

Stoop/Squat - frequently, 70%

Lift/Carry up to 10 pounds - occasionally, 30% of the time

Lift/Carry up to 30 pounds - infrequently, 10% of the time

American Dream is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment or discrimination. All employment decisions are to be made without regard to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, pregnancy, national origin/ancestry, citizenship, physical/mental disability, military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

1655

Job Type

Part Time