About the employer
Jenkinsons South sits right on the boardwalk in Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey – a classic Jersey Shore spot, family owned and operated since 1928. You'll find rides that were once a fixture on the legendary Coney Island boardwalk, traditional games of chance, plus restaurants, arcades and one of the most popular nightclubs on the East Coast.
The atmosphere is fun and fast-paced, with a friendly staff and plenty of students around you. The beach is just steps away, and New York City is close enough for a day trip – a great place to work and play for a summer.
The job as Ride Operator
What you'll do
- Constantly monitor and regulate the behavior of patrons and co-workers in the ride area to prevent unsafe activities and accidents.
- Warn patrons of safety hazards and enforce rules and regulations in a positive and courteous manner.
- Assist guests in and out of rides, which may include lifting children into seats and buckling seatbelts and/or safety harnesses.
- Operate ride controls, buttons, and switches, which may be mechanical, computerized or a combination of both.
- Effectively respond to emergency situations.
- Prepare ride area for opening and closing each day, which may include test runs of the ride.
- Keep all ride areas clean, including seats, cars/trains, ride platform and guest line area, by sweeping, scrubbing, mopping, dusting, polishing, power washing, vacuuming, waxing and picking up trash.
- Control entry to ride areas by monitoring pass/ticket usage.
- Demonstrate a high level of customer service.
- Respond to and take appropriate action to resolve concerns and complaints of guests.
- Keep supervisor/manager informed of situations relating to facility operation, patron complaints or concerns, accidents, emergency situations, damages and potential safety hazards.
- Attend departmental and team meetings as well as participate in all additional training courses.
- Perform all duties in a safe manner.
- Employees may be asked to move to different locations or job assignments within the property, as needed, and other duties may be assigned.
What is required
Pay and hours
Housing
The employer provides or arranges housing in shared houses, though you may also find your own. Rooms usually hold 2 to 3 people, with larger rooms sleeping up to 4 in bunk beds. Every house has wireless internet, a common kitchen and bathroom, and Jenkinson's supplies sheets, a blanket and a pillow. Quiet hours are 11pm to 6am.
Location: Boardwalk Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey
Why You’ll Love Point Pleasant Beach
Point Pleasant Beach is a classic American shore town: a mile-long boardwalk, sandy beaches, an aquarium, arcades, mini golf, seafood restaurants and nightly summer fireworks. It’s a place where American families have made memories for generations — and where you’ll make your own.
On your days off, hit the beach, surf, learn to skimboard, or explore the region. New York City is roughly 90 minutes away by train, Philadelphia is about the same by car, and Asbury Park, Seaside Heights and Atlantic City are all short trips down the coast. It’s the perfect base for weekend adventures with your new international friends.
About New Jersey
New Jersey's Jersey Shore - including Seaside Heights - is packed with boardwalks, beaches and amusement parks. It is a lively, social spot with plenty of jobs in attractions, restaurants and hotels near New York City.
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