Ride Operator Ambassador

DNSP SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment LLC

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Busch Gardens Tampa Until 8/22/2026 First posted March 26, 2025 Last posted November 14, 2025
Job description

Busch Gardens is a place of thrills, fun and positive, lasting memories. And that's just what its like to work here! As a key member of our team, you'll play a major role in bringing happiness and excitement to people from around the world. If you're dedicated, dependable and driven to deliver exceptional guest service, this is a place for you!
 

Compensation: $14 per hour
 

What you get to do:

You’ll provide exceptional guest service while delivering the thrills and excitement we’re known around the world for. You will ensure excellent guest service by responding to and exceeding their requirements, expectations and needs. In all you do, you will consistently practice safe work habits, including the use of personal protection equipment (PPE). You will also:

  • Monitor rides, following all safety regulations
  • Ensure guests meet ride admission requirements
  • Assist in loading and unloading guests from ride
  • Interact with guests while implementing park safety guidelines
  • Participate in American Red Cross and organization audit processes
  • Attend in-service meetings and cross-train to work in other park areas
  • Maintain the cleanliness of your area
  • Maintain a professional appearance
  • Report unsafe situations

What it takes to succeed:

  • At least 18 years old
  • Ability to work indoors and outdoors, in a variety of weather conditions
  • Strong English language communication skills
  • Exceptional interpersonal abilities
  • A commitment to great customer service
  • Ability to lift, carry, push and pull up to 40 lbs.
  • Ability to walk and stand extensively
  • You must be comfortable with heights
  • You must successfully pass the company provided and paid American Red Cross certification trainings to include CPR and AED
  • You must be able to work varied schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays

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 REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.

About this role

Summary

Provide guest service, monitor rides, ensure safety, assist guests, and maintain cleanliness.

Job title

Ride Operator Ambassador

Experience level

18+ years

Industry

entertainment

Location requirements

Busch Gardens Tampa, on-site, outdoor and indoor work allowed

Salary

$14 per hour

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

communicationlifting up to 40 lbspass Red Cross CPR AED

Preferred skills

outdoor workheight comfort

Specializations

guest serviceride safetypark operations
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site