Ferris Wheel Operator - Full Time

Job DetailsDescriptionDo you love sports, fitness, fashion or the outdoors? SCHEELS can turn your passion into a rewarding career through our extensive business and product training.SCHEELS is a leader in the sporting goods industry - driven to create the best experience in the USA for our customers. SCHEELS boasts the largest selection of sports brands in America—offering world-class brands, special attractions, and unmatched customer service.SCHEELS empowers our associates to become experts in exceeding the needs and expectations of our customers. SCHEELS associates talk-the-talk, and walk-the-walk, with the best product and expert training in the sporting goods industry. Mentorship and professional development training are a focus throughout your entire career.ResponsibilitiesOperates 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)Must maintain full attention on attraction operation at all times when it is movingInforms customer to fasten belt, bar, or other safety deviceConfirm customers meet height and other admission requirements Ensure safety at all timesDirect customers on how to enter and exit the attraction. Operators sometimes help people get on and off ridesMonitors the condition of the equipment and the operation of all moving parts at all times to ensure the ride is operating properly and safelyEnsures the area is kept clean and free from debris and spilled liquidsCollect payment method from patrons Maintain orderly appearance of personal work space and surrounding areasDuring down times, operators will attend to misc. projects including, but not limited to hanging, folding, size sticker placement and pricing productExcellent customer service and communication skillsDemonstrate strong organization, attention to detail, ability to multi-task and problem-solving skillsAbility 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 organizationBe professional in appearance and attitude, contribute to a positive team atmosphere and treat others with respect and consideration while following Scheels’ policies and proceduresMust be at least 18 years of ageAssist with all other duties as assignedAbility to work assigned scheduled which may include varied hours, evening, weekends, and holidaysCompensationCompensation for this position is $20/h.RequirementsCustomer ServiceGenuinely 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”CultureApproach daily tasks, projects and follow-up communication with energy and sense of urgencyCultivate a deep desire to become a knowledge expert in their role with the ability to apply their knowledge and experience with great impactShow respect and appreciation for others and ScheelsArrive to work and meetings 10 minutes earlyTeam MentalityGenuine interest and action in helping others before yourself, regardless of recognition or rewardTeach-abilityConsistent eagerness to listen, learn, apply knowledge and accept critical feedbackAbility to adapt to a changing work environmentAbility to apply concepts of basic math, grammar, punctuation and spellingDress CodeMeets Scheels dress and grooming expectations in support of professional, clean and welcoming environment for customers, co-workers and business partnersEfficiencyDemonstrate pride and ownership of their work while meeting expected deadlinesEducation & ExperienceThe ideal candidate will have a high school diploma ; or up to three months related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experiencePhysical Requirements/Lifting RequirementsMust 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.Scheels cares about the health and safety of our Associates. Associates are expected to follow all safety procedures and perform their job duties in a fashion that minimizes the risk of injury.BenefitsTo see a full list of benefit offerings from Scheels visit scheels.com/careersScheduleMust 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 OPPORTUNITYScheels 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.