Ferris Wheel Operator - Full Time

Responsibilities

• Operates the control console to start and stop the attraction and is fully knowledgeable of all control, loading, balancing, safety and emergency operating procedures (if applicable)
• Maintain full attention on attraction operation at all times when it is moving
• Informs customer to fasten belt, bar, or other safety device
• Confirm customers meet height and other admission requirements
• Ensure safety at all times
• Direct customers on how to enter and exit the attraction
• Operators sometimes help people get on and off rides
• Maintains the condition of the equipment and the operation of all moving parts at all times to ensure the ride is operating properly and safely
• Ensures the area is kept clean and free from debris and spilled liquids
• Collects payment method from patrons
• Maintain orderly appearance of personal work space and surrounding areas
• During down times, operators will attend to misc. projects including, but not limited to hanging, folding, size sticker placement and pricing product
• Exhibit excellent customer service and communication skills
• Show strong organization, attention to detail, ability to multi-task and problem-solving skills
• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Write routine reports and correspondence
• Speak effectively before groups of customers and employees of the organization
• Be professional in appearance and attitude, contribute to a positive team atmosphere and treat others with respect and consideration while following Scheels’ policies and procedures
• Able to assist with all other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Customer Service: Genuinely and consistently treat co-workers, customers and business partners like they are the most important person including eye contact, a smile and a genuine “Thank you”
• Culture: Approach daily tasks, projects and follow-up communication with energy and sense of urgency
• Cultivate a deep desire to become a knowledge expert in their role with the ability to apply their knowledge and experience with great impact
• Show respect and appreciation for others and Scheels
• Arrive to work and meetings 10 minutes early
• Team Mentality: Genuine interest and action in helping others before yourself, regardless of recognition or reward
• Teach-ability: Consistent eagerness to listen, learn, apply knowledge and accept critical feedback
• Ability to adapt to a changing work environment
• Apply concepts of basic math, grammar, punctuation and spelling
• Physical Requirements/Lifting Requirements: Must be able to sit, stand, bend at the waist, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, walk, push/pull, lift, talk, and hear with or without reasonable accommodation. Medium work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10-25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for light work.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma ; or up to three months related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Skills

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers and employees of the organization
• Ability to exhibit excellent customer service and communication skills
• Ability to show strong organization, attention to detail, ability to multi-task and problem-solving skills
• Ability to adapt to a changing work environment
• Ability to apply concepts of basic math, grammar, punctuation and spelling

Benefits

• To see a full list of benefit offerings from Scheels visit scheels.com/careers

Pay

$20/h

Schedule

• Must be flexible to work assigned schedule between 9a.m. and 9p.m., Monday through Saturday, 11a.m. and 7p.m., Sunday.
• Schedule may include varied hours, evenings, weekends, and holidays, must be available minimum of three weekends a month.
• Average hours per week is 41h.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Scheels is an equal employment opportunity employer providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Scheels will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals when appropriate.