Ride Operator

Overview:

Ride Operator

Job Type: Seasonal

Pay Rate: $12/hr.

Category: Ride Operations

Park Location : Six Flags Fiesta Texas in San Antonio, Texas

WHAT WE PROVIDE:

Step into the action with a seasonal role at Six Flags Fiesta Texas in San Antonio, TX, where every shift is packed with adrenaline, excitement, and unforgettable moments. Earn a competitive $12/hour while enjoying unbeatable perks, including:

• FREE admission to any Six Flags park-for you and a guest every visit

• Additional complimentary tickets for friends & family

• Employee discounts on food and merchandise

• Flexible scheduling that works around your life

• Dayforce Wallet for early access to earned wages

• Bi-weekly pay

Responsibilities:

As a Ride Operator at Six Flags Fiesta Texas, you are the first line of excitement and safety. You'll create unforgettable guest experiences by operating thrilling attractions, enforcing safety procedures, and keeping the fun flowing smoothly. From energizing guests before launch to responding calmly and confidently in high-pressure moments, you'll play a critical role in delivering safe, heart-pounding memories.

You'll also:

• Keep ride areas clean and guest-ready

• Maintain professionalism in every interaction

• Respond swiftly and responsibly to any emergency

• If you love fast-paced environments, live entertainment vibes, and being part of something legendary-this is your ride.

HOW YOU WILL DO IT:

• Create exciting, high-energy experiences for guests and teammates

• Put safety first-always-while delivering nonstop fun

• Perform daily equipment checks before rides open

• Confidently operate rides using controls, signals, and communication

• Assist guests with boarding, unloading, and safety instructions

• Be ready to stop a ride instantly in critical situations

• Rotate between various attractions-from family favorites to extreme thrill rides

• Work in environments that may include weather exposure, heights, and loud machinery

• Keep ride areas clean, safe, and welcoming (including queues, surfaces, and trash areas)

• Accurately complete required paperwork and ride documentation

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 16 years old

• Strong awareness of safety and ability to respond to emergencies

• Availability for flexible schedules, including weekends, nights, and holidays

• Thrive in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment

• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team

• Friendly, outgoing, and professional with guests

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and move for extended periods

• Capable of reading and following ride operating procedures

• Successfully pass ride certification tests with 100% accuracy OTHER NOTES:

• May perform other duties beyond scope of above as necessary to support the park as a whole.

• Reports to Rides Area Supervisor

Cedar Fair Entertainment Company is an equal opportunity employer. A work permit may be required for associates under the age of 18. Applicants must be legally eligible for employment in the United States and in accordance with state laws. Cedar Fair also conducts background checks on all applicants 18 years of age and older.