Ride Operator - Fast-paced and exciting work environment (CHARLOTTE)

Company: Carowinds
Location: Pineville
Posted on: February 24, 2026

Job Description:

Overview: $12.50 / Hour At Carowinds, work is FUN! As an essential part of our Ride Operations team, you will ensure each ride operates safely and efficiently. Ride Operators work at a fast pace while maintaining strong attention to detail and utilizing essential communication skills. You’ll also: Test equipment daily before opening the ride to guests. Enforce park policies, ride restrictions and ride recommendations. Restrict the number of guests on the loading platform to the number who can be seated on the ride. Ensure safe operation of the ride. Makes certain that queue lines are safe and orderly. Assist with the loading and unloading of the ride to include small children and guests with disabilities. Verify that safety restraints and belts are correctly secured before the ride is set into motion. Take appropriate action to answer or resolve guest questions and complaints. Measure children at height stations and issues appropriate wristbands .

Keywords: Carowinds, Huntersville , Ride Operator - Fast-paced and exciting work environment (CHARLOTTE), Energy / Utilities , Pineville, North Carolina