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Six Flags Entertainment Character in JACKSON, New Jersey
Overview:
Role is responsible for costume character appearances and maintaining character integrity. Entertainment Characters are required to interact with guests, Team Members, and supervisors on a daily basis. Additionally, Entertainment Characters are required to continuously work outdoors and closely with others. Characters occasionally will work alone and will always be exposed to direct sunlight, dust, dirt, and water. Character must be able to function in all weather conditions including extreme heat for long periods of time.
Pay Rate: $17.50 per hour
Responsibilities:
Must be able to promote the park with the utmost enthusiasm and pride.
Will make costumed appearances as seen necessary by department management/standards
Perform your character in accordance with Warner Brothers Guidelines
Maintain illusion of costume characters
Will provide needed daily care and upkeep to costumed characters outfits and accessories
Must swipe in and out each day to receive correct pay for the week
Maintain proper attendance
Must be on time for all character sets
Ensure guest safety and satisfaction in their stay at Six Flags
Ensure standards of performance for all areas within their responsibilities are met
Maintain a clean working environment both in guest view and behind the scenes
Resolve guest concerns that may arise on a daily basis
Respond to any emergency situation in the area and maintain control until an area supervisor arrives
Ensure that image, cleanliness and courtesy standards are met
Refrain from consuming any substance that may impair judgment
Cooperate with all team members and managers
Complete any and all tasks as requested by Six Flags Management
Qualifications:
At least 16 years of age
Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Safety conscious
Outgoing and friendly demeanor
Willing to actively engage guests
Must be able to perform in 15-30 lb. costume
Must have excellent customer service skills
Able to communicate effectively in the English language, including the ability to read, speak, and understand the English language
Available to work flexible hours at nights and on weekends
Requires continuous sitting, standing, bending, hand/eye coordination, near vision, hearing and speech. Requires frequent walking, lifting, kneeling, manual dexterity, gross motor skills. Requires using a telephone/radio
Must be able to stand/walk for up to 6 hours at a time and as many as 14 hours a day
Must be able to walk up to 3 miles per day over various surfaces
Must be able to lift 25 lbs consistently
Must be able to lift and lower 5 lbs above shoulder level
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Cedar Fair Entertainment Company is an equal opportunity employer. A work permit may be required for associates under the age of 18. Applicants must be legally eligible for employment in the United States and in accordance with state laws. Cedar Fair also conducts background checks on all applicants 18 years of age and older.