Top 26 Kennywood ride operator Jobs in Pennsylvania

Kennywood - Performance Lead (Phantom Fall Fest)
Herschend Family Entertainment —West Mifflin, PA
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Management
- No education required
- Flexible schedule
Kennywood - Costume/Make-Up Consultant (Phantom Fall Fest)
Herschend Family Entertainment —West Mifflin, PA
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- 11+ years
- Flexible schedule
Kennywood - Revenue Administrative Assistant
Herschend Family Entertainment —West Mifflin, PA
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Microsoft Outlook
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Flexible schedule
Kennywood - Security Officer
Herschend Family Entertainment —West Mifflin, PA
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- English
- Flexible schedule
Kennywood - Security Agent
Herschend Family Entertainment —West Mifflin, PA
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- English
- Flexible schedule
Kennywood - Ride Operator
Kennywood —West Mifflin, PA
- Weekends as needed
- No experience needed
- Ability to climb stairs
- 16+ years old
- Flexible schedule
Kennywood - Rides Lead
Herschend Family Entertainment —West Mifflin, PA
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Ability to climb stairs
- Mentoring
- Flexible schedule
Idlewild and SoakZone: Food & Beverage Team Member
Herschend Family Entertainment —Ligonier, PA
- Part-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- No experience needed
- 16+ years old
- Flexible schedule
Kennywood - Food & Beverage Lead - West
Herschend Family Entertainment —West Mifflin, PA
- Part-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Flexible schedule
Kennywood - Food & Beverage Supervisor - West
Herschend Family Entertainment —West Mifflin, PA
- Part-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Flexible schedule
Kennywood - Rides Maintenance Assistant
Kennywood —West Mifflin, PA
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Spanish
- English
- Flexible schedule
Idlewild and SoakZone: Food & Beverage Attendant
Herschend Family Entertainment —Ligonier, PA
- Part-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- No experience needed
- Cleaning
- Flexible schedule
Kennywood - Carpenter
Herschend Family Entertainment —West Mifflin, PA
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Clean driving record
- Schematics
- Flexible schedule
Kennywood - Scare Actor
Herschend Family Entertainment —West Mifflin, PA
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Reliable transportation
- Flexible schedule
Kennywood - Park Housekeeping Team Member
Herschend Family Entertainment —West Mifflin, PA
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Sanitation
- No experience needed
- Flexible schedule
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Idlewild and SoakZone: Ride Operator
Herschend Family Entertainment —Ligonier, PA
- Part-time
- No experience needed
- Ability to climb stairs
- 16+ years old
- Flexible schedule
Idlewild and SoakZone: Warehouse Team Member
Herschend Family Entertainment —Ligonier, PA
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Clean driving record
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Flexible schedule
Kennywood - Stratwood Catering (White Oak, PA)
Stratwood Catering —White Oak, PA
- Part-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- In-person
- Reliable transportation
- Flexible schedule
Idlewild and SoakZone: Food & Beverage Supervisor
Herschend Family Entertainment —Ligonier, PA
- Part-time
- Current TB test
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Cooking
- Flexible schedule
Idlewild and SoakZone: Park Operations Team Member
Herschend Family Entertainment —Ligonier, PA
- Part-time
- Spanish
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Merchandising
- Flexible schedule

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Kennywood - Performance Lead (Phantom Fall Fest)

Herschend Family Entertainment -
West Mifflin, PA

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Job Details

Seasonal

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Qualifications

Customer communication
Audience engagement for live performances

Full Job Description

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 over 40 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.

Kennywood is a National Historic Landmark with over 125 years of experience in fun! Kennywood has an unmatched mix of more than 40 modern attractions and one-of-a-kind classic rides, including eight roller coasters, a Kiddieland with pint-sized thrills for the little ones, and more. Kennywood's rich history spans generations of good times and extends beyond the traditional summer season with popular Halloween and Holiday events.

We are currently looking for a:

Kennywood - Performance Lead (Phantom Fall Fest)

Roles & Responsibilities:

The Performance Lead assists with ensuring that all costumed events are successfully executed to deliver outstanding guest satisfaction. This position focuses on leading and directing team members to provide scary and realistic character performances that meet the set standards and intent of the event.

Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, managing a team of actors and make-up artists, supervising, monitoring, and assisting with various park attractions, as needed.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Supervisory Duties:

Lead and motivate a team of scare actors to successfully execute an event
Lead by example, attitude, and as a representation of Kennywood’s core values
Act as an approachable mentor and coach to all assigned team members
Ensure compliance with company and industry best practices, policies, and procedures to create a safe and productive environment for colleagues and guests.
Become knowledgeable of performing the essential duties of all performance-related positions and backfill these positions when needed
Participate in training activities for all assigned employees
Comply with all federal and state labor laws (e.g. Child Labor laws)
Assist with team scheduling and timekeeping activities

Departmental Duties:

Delight each guest by providing exceptional customer service, conveying a positive and friendly attitude, and engaging with guests in a fun and exciting manner!
Monitor team members during performance time to ensure that their costumes and make-up is suitable for the event
Train a team of scare actors in acting techniques that will bring realism and excitement to the event’s theme
Perform as a scare actor to provide a hauntingly good time for all guests
Consistently remain in character throughout the entirety of their scheduled shifts, which could include using noises and changing posture and walk
Interact with guests while performing in a professional and creative manner
Use a variety of props or noise makers to enhance the scare experience
Scare guests as they move through the scare zones throughout the park
Greet all guests in the scariest way possible
Demonstrate control, restraint, and awareness to minimize the escalation of situations in which a guest may get overly scared
Maintain a safe environment by keeping at least an arm’s distance between self and the guests, keeping escape routes clean, and following any other safety standards
Continuously monitor the event to identify any potential threats or hazards; escalate any issues to the proper park authorities in a timely manner
All other duties assigned by leadership

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

Education and Experience:

No education required; just a passion for scaring!
1+ year of previous haunt experience high desired

Requirements:

Must successfully pass an audition and/or character training for this role
Must be at least 18 years of age to comply with Pennsylvania Child Labor Laws
Ability to work flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays (including Halloween, if open)
Ability to work 20+ hours per week, when needed
Must have reliable transportation to and from work for your scheduled shift
Must comply with all grooming standards, uniform and/or costume requirements
Ability to immerse in role and remain in character throughout the performance
Must possess strong cardio endurance, physical story-telling abilities, and performance energy
Must be playful, outgoing, friendly, and convey a positive, guest-centric attitude
Must possess effective verbal and non-verbal acting and communication skills
Ability to follow direction, multi-task, and work as part of a fast-paced team

Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand, walk, and remain on feet for majority of the workday
Ability to wear assigned costume for extended periods of time
Ability to frequently stoop, twist, kneel, bend, squat, or reach above shoulders
Ability to perform in costumes that may have limited sight lines
Ability to carry, push, pull, lift, and hold objects weighing 30 pounds or more

Working Conditions:

Frequent exposure to outdoor and indoor areas of the park
Subject to extreme warm or cold temperatures during the autumn months
Frequent exposure to the variable outside temperatures (both in and out of costume), including high heat, cold, direct sun, humidity, dust, rain, snow, ice, and other weather conditions
Subject to frequent interruptions, constant repetitive motion, high noise levels, flashing lights, strobe lights, dark and shadowy environments, and heavily populated areas

Team member benefits:

Working at Kennywood is about making people happy! It’s about being independent and having fun, making new friends and earning extra money while doing so. As a Kennywood employee, you can be the smiling face that makes a great first impression for incoming guests, a cook that serves up tasty treats and culinary delights, or a ride operator that keeps guests coming back for more thrills! There are many exciting seasonal job opportunities available to take your summer job to new heights!

Perks & Benefits:

Flexible schedule
Ability to cross-train and learn unique skills across various departments
Free admission to Kennywood and other parks on your days off
Invitations to exclusive company-sponsored employee events throughout the season

We’ve got great jobs for people just starting out in the workforce, looking for a second job or staying active after retirement. If you want a fun, flexible job with an innovative company, look no further than Kennywood . Apply today!

Do not miss the chance to spark your career now!

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kennywood ride operator jobs in pennsylvania

Kennywood - Performance Lead (Phantom Fall Fest)

Kennywood - Costume/Make-Up Consultant (Phantom Fall Fest)

Kennywood - Revenue Administrative Assistant

Kennywood - Security Officer

Kennywood - Security Agent

Kennywood - Ride Operator

Kennywood - Rides Lead

Idlewild and SoakZone: Food & Beverage Team Member

Kennywood - Food & Beverage Lead - West

Kennywood - Food & Beverage Supervisor - West

Kennywood - Rides Maintenance Assistant

Idlewild and SoakZone: Food & Beverage Attendant

Kennywood - Carpenter

Kennywood - Scare Actor

Kennywood - Park Housekeeping Team Member

Idlewild and SoakZone: Ride Operator

Idlewild and SoakZone: Warehouse Team Member

Kennywood - Stratwood Catering (White Oak, PA)

Idlewild and SoakZone: Food & Beverage Supervisor

Idlewild and SoakZone: Park Operations Team Member

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