We’re looking for Ride Operators to join our team at LEGOLAND® California Resort, the place where FUN is built and memories are made!

Across our Resort, you’ll find two fantastic LEGO® themed hotels, a Water Park, a SEA LIFE Aquarium, more than 60 rides and attractions, 20 food and beverage locations, and 14 retail stores — the opportunities here are endless!

We’re on the lookout for energetic, guest-focused Ride Operators who are ready to bring the magic to life and help deliver awesome, safe, and memorable adventures for every guest.

About the Role

As a Model Citizen (employee) at LEGOLAND California Resort, your purpose is to provide memorable experiences to our guests. Guests travel from all around the world to make memories with their families and our job is to help those come to life.

To deliver a consistent high level of guest service, all Model Citizens are required to embody the park’s Service Excellence Guidelines:

 Smile – Make eye contact and be friendly

 Interact – Say hello to anyone within 5-10 feet of you

 Maintain – Maintain a welcoming demeanor. Don’t cross your arms, lean, etc.

 Own – Own the situation. You are LEGOLAND; fix the problem or get help.

 Thank – Thank every guest to make them feel appreciated.

Job Role:

As a Ride Operator, your role is to ensure our guests safely enjoy our attractions. The job duties and abilities are listed below:

• Learn and follow detailed ride operating procedures listed in Standard Operating Procedures manuals
• Strong verbal communication skills to instruct guests and maintain effective communication with other ride operators
• Work effectively in busy environments with high noise levels
• Work effectively under pressure in situations such as ride breakdowns or upset guests
• Maintain a high level of focus to ensure safe operation
• Comfortable speaking to guests both one-on-one and in groups using a public address system
• Check rider height and screen for other riding restrictions
• Ensure all safety policies, rules and procedures are followed at all times
• Physically check ride restraints (seat belts, lap bars, doors, etc.)
• Utilize ride controls to operate ride (send vehicles in motion, start ride cycle, stop ride cycle, lock lap bars, etc.)
•  Assist guests utilizing passes, such as disability access passes
• Follow set procedures during ride break downs, including proper guest communication and carrying out ride evacuation
• Maintain basic cleanliness and order of ride queues, storage areas, and play areas

Other Requirements:

• Must be 18 years or older
• Must speak English fluently.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays to support park operation.
• The earliest shifts in the Rides & Attractions department can begin as early as 8:00 AM until after closing, until approximately 9 PM.
• This position requires prolonged standing, frequent walking, bending, and the ability to work in varying indoor and outdoor conditions while maintaining alertness and physical stamina.

Physical Demands 

• Standing: Constant 100%
• Walking: Constant 100%
• Sitting: None 0% (e.g., except during breaks)
• Lifting/Carrying:
• 0–10 lbs: Constant 80%
• 10–25 lbs: Constant 80%
• 25–50 lbs: Constant 50%
• 50+ lbs: Occasionally team lift: 50% of the time
• Pushing/Pulling: Frequent 80%
  (equipment used: [e.g., carts, product pallet jacks, machinery])
• Reaching:
• Below waist: Occasionally 20%
• Waist to shoulder: Frequently 50%
• Overhead: Occasionally 10%
• Bending/Stooping: Frequently 100%
• Twisting: Frequently 100%
• Kneeling/Crouching: Frequently 90%
• Climbing (stairs/ladders): Occasionally  50%
• Manual Dexterity (hands/fingers): Typing, handling small objects, tools, handling cardboard-Frequently 100%
• Vision Requirements: close vision, distance, color vision, depth perception-Frequently 100%
• Noise Exposure: Moderate-Frequently, Loud-Frequently 100%
• Temperature Exposure: Indoor / Outdoor / Seasonal variations / Extreme conditions, anywhere from 25 degrees to 101 degrees. Frequently 100%
• Work Environment: wet surfaces, heights, confined spaces, chemicals, working both indoors and outdoors Frequently 100%
• Additional Requirements: N/A
• Accommodation Statement:
  Reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with applicable California law.

Benefits of Merlin Entertainments

·       Excellent health care options (medical, dental, and vision that encourage preventative care).

·       Outstanding Paid Time Off (PTO) that allows for adventure, rest, relaxation, or recuperation.

·       Merlin Magic Pass for friends and family to enjoy the parks & attractions

·       Recognition Programs and Rewards

·       401(k) program with company match

·       Tuition reimbursement programs

·       Numerous learning and advancement opportunities