PT Assistant Supervisor, Ride Operations (Water Country USA)

Ready to dive into an exciting, one-of-a-kind opportunity? When it comes to your work, do you want to do more than just get your feet wet? At our water park, you'll play a key role in helping us deliver a memorable and positive experience for our guests. If you're passionate, positive and hard-working, we'd love to have you join our team!

What you get to do:

You will lead and inspire a team of ambassadors in delivering an exemplary level of guest service. As a team leader, you will model a positive attitude, a high level of energy and an unyielding commitment to quality. You will:

• Ensure a safe environment for all team members, guests, and animals
• Responsible for the development of OJT’s and ambassadors by providing training, feedback and coaching.
• Ensure compliance to all state/federal regulations, park policies, and department procedures
• Ensure ambassadors receive break and meal periods in accordance with company policy and applicable law
• Maintain the highest level of cleanliness in the park, conduct quality inspections of assigned areas, and follow up on any opportunities to improve
• Maintain inventory and stock/replace areas supplies and equipment as needed
• Conduct equipment and safety checks in compliance with department and company standards
• Attend to ambassadors and follow park protocol in emergency situations
• Respond to ambassador and guest needs
• Communicate effectively with other areas within the department as well as other departments in the park
• Track information to complete daily and weekly reports
• Report to leadership regarding the status of projects and completed assignments

What it takes to succeed:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. This is not an all-encompassing list and additional duties may be assigned based on business needs. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• At least 17 years of age
• 2 years of Aquatics experience required
• At least 4 days of unrestricted availability including weekends and holidays during peak season
• Able to complete provided ARC Lifeguarding Certification
• Able to be trained and certified at all assigned areas and job functions
• Able to climb stairs/ladders
• Able to operate and maneuver in/around tight spaces
• Able to use heavy equipment for cleaning
• Comfortable with exposure to noise and vibrations
• Able to work in all weather conditions and temperature extremes
• Able to train on and properly use protective gear
• Comfortable working around fumes/dust/odor
• Able to bend, sit, stand, squat, stoop, walk, kneel, reach with hands and arms at shoulder level or below, climb and reach with hands and arms above shoulder level
• Stand, walk, and/or sit for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to positively interact with guests, co-workers, and vendors of all ages, different ethnic/cultural backgrounds and/or language, and individuals with special needs
• Comfortable speaking in front of large groups of guests and team members
• Able to remain calm and professional during challenging situations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Working knowledge of all Microsoft Office applications
• Skilled in organization and planning
• Able to lift or move 75lbs
• Possession of a valid state driver's license preferred

What else is important:

• Troubleshooting — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
• Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Equipment Selection — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
• Time Management — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
• Speaking — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Writing — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

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 R