Turnstiles Ambassador

Busch Gardens is a place of thrills fun and positive lasting memories. And thats just what its like to work here! As a key member of our team youll play a major role in bringing happiness and excitement to people from around the world. If youre dedicated dependable and driven to deliver exceptional guest service this is a place for you!

What you get to do as a Part-Time Turnstiles Ambassador:

You will support park entry operations by safely managing guest access maintaining efficient flow through admission points and delivering exceptional guest interactions that create a welcoming first impression of the park. You will:

• Welcome Guests with enthusiasm and professionalism at the park entrance.

• Utilize handheld scanners and tablets to validate tickets annual passes reservations and credentials enforcing park entry requirements in accordance with established policies.

• Validate:

• Ticket type and admission date
• Reservation eligibility
• Passholder identity and photo verification
• Validate stamps and tickets for re-entry admissions

• Monitor alerts for invalid tickets duplicate scans expired passes or access discrepancies.
• Ensures excellent guest service by responding to guest requirements expectations and needs explaining admission products and directing guests while in the entrance plaza.

• Quickly identify and respond to suspicious behavior or unauthorized access attempts.

• Direct Guests to Guest Relations when ticket issues require escalation.

• Collect zip codes and multi-day admission information using handheld and tablet devices.

• Stamp hands for re-entry at designated exits.

• Troubleshoot minor connectivity or scanning issues and report technical concerns immediately.

• Maintain knowledge of admission products passholder perks and current promotions.

• Communicate effectively with fellow Team Members supervisors vendors and Guests.
• High guest interaction and repetitive scanning tasks.

• Monitor for suspicious behavior or invalid access attempts
• Perform other duties assigned by leadership

• Work other areas of the Guest Arrival team as needed

What it takes to succeed:

• Be at least 16 years of age
• Previous customer service experience a plus
• Handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced work environment. Must be able to positively interact with guests and co-workers of all ages different ethnic/cultural backgrounds and/or language and individuals with special needs.
• Able to positively interact with guests and co-workers of all ages different ethic/cultural backgrounds and/or language and individuals with special needs.
• Must be able to manage time wisely and set priorities effectively.
• Perform the following physical activities: kneeling squatting bend floor-to waist/waist-to-overhead reach overhead simple grasp and fine hand manipulation tasks (use of tools/keyboard/writing)
• Able to use technology interfaces including computers tablets and handheld devices.
• Able to read small print on different device screen sizes
• Able to follow all park and departmental policies and procedures
• Willing to comply with all SEA grooming guidelines and employment standards.
• Able to successfully complete all legal company and department training requirements to include but not limited to passing required tests and certifications with established timelines
• Ability to maintain composure and make quick decisions in stressful situations
• Ability to lift push pull and/or carry up to 50 lbs.
• Maintain a safe work environment and adhere to safety requirements
• Work a flexible schedule/hour based on business need to include opening mid- and closing shifts nights weekends and holidays

Compensation: 12.77 USD Hourly

The perks of the position: Ambassadors will enjoy a fun fast-paced environment and great teammates as well as:

• FREE park admission
• Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends
• Park discounts on food merchandise etc.
• Scholarship opportunities
• Exclusive employee events and giveaways
  

EEO Employer:

SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE RACE COLOR RELIGION SEX NATIONAL ORIGIN SEXUAL ORIENTATION PREGNANCY GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.