Rides Associate

Job DetailsJob Location: GILROY, CA 95020Salary Range: $17.00 - $17.00 HourlyThe Rides department is looking for motivated and energetic associates to take our guests to the next level! As a Ride Operator at Gilroy Gardens, you will ensure the safe and efficient operation of the rides while providing excellent guest service.   ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS  The physical, mental and emotional demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions of this job.  - Ability to stand for extended periods of time.  - Ability to lift and move up to 40 lbs.  - Ability to work outdoors, with continual exposure to a variety of weather conditions  - Ability to perform repetitive motion tasks involving the hands and wrists.  - Ability to walk for extended periods of time  - Ability to visually watch a spinning ride while the ride is in motion, without experiencing dizziness or disorientation  - Ability to distinguish various color patterns, including shades of red and green.  - Ability to work at heights; not acrophobic (no fear of heights).  - Ability to work outdoors with exposure to a wide variety of weather conditions.  - Ability to work in a confined space; approximately 2’ by 2’.  - Ability to detect high and low frequency sounds to determine the safe operation of the ride; including alarm bells, machinery noise, and verbal warnings.  - Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.  - Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to guests and other employees of the organization  - Ability to work with employees and guests in a positive, productive and professional manner  - Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos  - Ability to read, write, speak and communicate effectively in English.  - Ability to pass a mandatory drug test.  - Ability to meet Gilroy Garden’s Grooming Guidelines  - Ability to work effectively and achieve department goals under time constraints and quality pressures.  - Ability to maintain a calm demeanor during emotionally charged situations  - Ability to work with little direct supervision and achieve assigned tasks.  - Ability to recognize when additional assistance or direction is required and to seek that assistance or direction.  - Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.  - Ability to meet scheduling availability requirements, including availability during nights, weekends and holiday-periods.  - Ability to meet scheduling availability requirements, including availability during nights, weekends and holiday-periods.    JOB SPECIFICATIONS  - Must be at least 16 years of age  - Must have reliable transportation  - Must have full availability, including weekends and holidays  - Must have good communication skills  - Ability to work in all weather conditions  - Must have the following abilities to satisfactorily perform the ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:  Lifting objects weighing up to 40 pounds  Frequent standing, walking, bending, balancing, and reaching above shoulders  Operation of dolly  Ability to follow written and oral instruction  Ability to perform basic math functions  Problem solving with minimal supervision  Organizing and prioritizing to meet deadlines Offers of employment may be contingent upon passing a drug screening test and/or criminal background check  Qualifications