Adventureland Park - Ride Operator; Workamper

Our story began 75 years ago when the Herschend family discovered wonder deep in an Ozark Mountain cave-and chose to share it with the world. Today, Herschend is the largest family‑held themed attractions company, with 49 leading attractions and immersive experiences that reach audiences worldwide.

While each brand offers something unique, all are united by a shared purpose:
Bringing Families Closer Together by Creating Memories Worth Repeating®. Our passionate hosts make this purpose possible through everyday acts of love and service—what we call Heartspitality®—the intersection of heart and hospitality.

As an equal‑opportunity employer, we strive to provide environments where every host, guest, and partner feel welcome, valued, and loved. We firmly believe that words and actions matter, which is why all individuals are to be treated equally and with respect. The ride of your life begins here! The outgoing and safety‑oriented Rides Operator will operate and assist with rides located throughout the park.

This position involves a lot of guest interaction and a customer service‑oriented mindset to provide a wonderful experience to everyone who comes to enjoy a day at the park.

Ride Operators are responsible for supervising, monitoring, and attending to park rides, including boarding, securing passengers, operating the ride, and ensuring passengers exit safely.

• Greet and interact with guests in a fun and professional manner
• Must enjoy interacting with guests of all ages
• Follow all Adventure land Resort and manufacturer established safety regulations
• Operate assigned ride or attraction in accordance with company policy and procedure, state and federal regulations, and safety protocols
• Conduct morning inspections of assigned ride before daily operation begins
• Test rides daily before opening to guests
• Answer questions related to ride operations and the park
• Maintain an environment that ensures the safety of all employees and guests
• Responsible for performing and enforcing accurate height, weight, or age requirements for all rides and attractions
• Maintain flow of guests while also limiting the number of guests on the loading platform
• Give directions and deliver instructions using a microphone or other communication devices
• Properly check all safety restraints to ensure they are in the correct and locking position before ride cycle begins
• Maintain constant vigilance while ride is operating and ensure all riders follow appropriate safety measures
• Be alert and have quick reaction time to stop a ride properly in case of an emergency
• Perform opening and closing procedures for assigned rides
• Report ride related issues and mechanical failures to management and maintenance promptly
• Protect guest belongings; turn in lost and found items as soon as time allows
• Be able to operate all levels of rides throughout Adventure land Resort

• There is no minimum education requirement.
• No previous experience is required.
• All Rides Team Members must go through the International Ride Operator Certification (iROC) course as part of the training. Successful course completion is required for this position. There is no cost to the team member for the course.

• Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English;
  Spanish or other bilingual language skills are a plus.

• Must be at least 16 years of age to comply with Iowa Child Labor Laws
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Work a minimum of 32 hours per week to maintain free campsite
• Ability to comply with all uniform policies
• Must possess a safety‑oriented mindset and understand the importance of complying with all Federal, State, and local regulations regarding ride operation
• Must demonstrate a willingness to learn and ability to follow instructions
• Must be guest‑focused and work well with other team members and supervisors

• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, twist, kneel, bend, or squat for long periods of time
• Ability to reach above shoulders throughout the workday
• Ability to remain on feet for majority of the workday
• Ability to climb or descend stairs for some coasters, rides, and…