I’ve always admired the super positive and friendly ride operators at parks, I’ve always wanted to try it out and work a season or two because I’m a ride enthusiast but also it would be very satisfying operating the rides, seeing families and friend groups having fun, and watching people of all ages overcome their fears and return back to the station smiling and laughing. Definitely would have to deal with weather and unhappy guests time to time but I don’t think I’d be that bothered. Love hearing the experiences that people have had working as a ride op, thank you for this video!
Anyone who is an adult should realize it's an outdoor position and to be prepared for inclement weather. Lol I was blessed and worked an office position there. My experience was very different. I had a desk job and didn't work ridiculously long days.
Would you say that being a ride op impacted how much fun you had as a guest? I hear some people don’t like to go to the parks they work at for fun as much, since it feels like going to work
I think it gave me more appreciation for how parks are run and more respect for ride operators! I still have fun going as a guest, but it is different for everyone.
I just found you( I have become a ride operator for cedar point for this season and most likely more seasons on) but your VERY helpful in this video! Thank you so much for the tips and story’s !!!
@@theyojo1656 I forgot I commented this haha. It’s been going great! Thank you for asking! I definitely want to stay an RO for another few years even after I graduate college
So obviously if a guest is trying to cut in line to get to their friends that’s against the rules. But what if, for example, a child is line jumping to get to their parents? What would you do as a ride operator?
That's still not allowed. Line jumping in any form is not allowed, at least at the park I worked at. I would explain to both the parents and the kid that they can't exit and reenter the line, and then ask them to reenter the line at the end if they wanted to stay together. I'd also inform them of the parent swap program to prevent the same situation from happening at other rides. It might seem extra, but enforcing park rules is part of the job.
It's definitely a job that requires a lot of interaction with a lot of strangers, so I would suggest communicating with the supervisors at your park about your needs and finding a ride that works well for you. Some rides have nastier guests than others or more taking involved.
@@MozzarEllaOfficial I work at Sesame Place, a children’s park. I already know what to expect from a lot of guests in my current position as a groundskeeper. I even had to deal with some unruly ones, who I just hid from. Some days can be more stressful than others, I just mainly have a problem with projecting my voice at a volume everyone can hear. That’s what scares me the most!
The people at the recruiting center will walk you through it; it's mostly just confirming your personal info (like name spelling and emergency contacts) and stuff like that.
@@noahb2804 For first year yes. It won't necessarily be a coaster. It depends on how full ride crews are. The big coasters are the most popular choice and a good chunk of the people on those crews are returners. When I was first hired at Kings Island and I was offered 3 different choices and none of them were coasters. The one I chose I enjoyed so much that I returned for my second year and hopefully I'll be back at that location for my third year.
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I’ve always admired the super positive and friendly ride operators at parks, I’ve always wanted to try it out and work a season or two because I’m a ride enthusiast but also it would be very satisfying operating the rides, seeing families and friend groups having fun, and watching people of all ages overcome their fears and return back to the station smiling and laughing. Definitely would have to deal with weather and unhappy guests time to time but I don’t think I’d be that bothered. Love hearing the experiences that people have had working as a ride op, thank you for this video!
I love this! Being a ride operator can be pretty crazy but it is also the best time! Its all about the attitude!
Yes sir! That is correct Nick! Attitude is very important! Hope to see you around KI more this year!
Hey! I watch your TikToks and I love them! Keep up the great work!!!
i start next week as a ride op tysm for this video!!
Anyone who is an adult should realize it's an outdoor position and to be prepared for inclement weather. Lol
I was blessed and worked an office position there. My experience was very different. I had a desk job and didn't work ridiculously long days.
Would you say that being a ride op impacted how much fun you had as a guest? I hear some people don’t like to go to the parks they work at for fun as much, since it feels like going to work
I think it gave me more appreciation for how parks are run and more respect for ride operators! I still have fun going as a guest, but it is different for everyone.
Great video! Perhaps story videos? Worst day/best day being a ride operator? 5 benefits of being a ride opp? Love your content on tiktok!
Thanks for the ideas!
I just found you( I have become a ride operator for cedar point for this season and most likely more seasons on) but your VERY helpful in this video! Thank you so much for the tips and story’s !!!
You're welcome! Glad it could be helpful.
THANKS FOR THIS. I start at six flags this week and this helped a ton.
How's your job going so far? I just started as a ride op for Knotts.
@@teaparty7768 how has it been for you?
@@theyojo1656 I forgot I commented this haha. It’s been going great! Thank you for asking! I definitely want to stay an RO for another few years even after I graduate college
So obviously if a guest is trying to cut in line to get to their friends that’s against the rules. But what if, for example, a child is line jumping to get to their parents? What would you do as a ride operator?
That's still not allowed. Line jumping in any form is not allowed, at least at the park I worked at. I would explain to both the parents and the kid that they can't exit and reenter the line, and then ask them to reenter the line at the end if they wanted to stay together. I'd also inform them of the parent swap program to prevent the same situation from happening at other rides. It might seem extra, but enforcing park rules is part of the job.
For some reason, I really wanna become a ride operator
Any advice you would have for someone who’s thinking about becoming a ride operator, but also deals with social anxiety/autism?
It's definitely a job that requires a lot of interaction with a lot of strangers, so I would suggest communicating with the supervisors at your park about your needs and finding a ride that works well for you. Some rides have nastier guests than others or more taking involved.
@@MozzarEllaOfficial I work at Sesame Place, a children’s park. I already know what to expect from a lot of guests in my current position as a groundskeeper. I even had to deal with some unruly ones, who I just hid from. Some days can be more stressful than others, I just mainly have a problem with projecting my voice at a volume everyone can hear. That’s what scares me the most!
I’m interviewing to be an operator at SeaWorld SA tomorrow! I’m excited and also kinda nervous, this video was pretty insightful tho thx!
Glad it could help!
What’s your feelings on the removal of wicked twister?
I wish they gave it a better fate than a scrapyard
@@MozzarEllaOfficial when did u find out that it was closing?
@@TheInflatableChannel the day the park announced it
Wow. That was really helpful. Thank you!
i start as an op at indiana beach this year so this is helpful :D
That's awesome! I love Indiana Beach!
What is your favorite roller coaster at kings island
Mystic Timbers
@@MozzarEllaOfficial that's my 2 favorite the first is diamondback
Interviewing to be a ride attendant at canobie lake park on Friday!
Good luck! Wishing you the best!
Same! I start next week. Maybe I'll see ya around.
If you have a pulse I'm sure you got the job
@@LawnBunny777 got the job and quit a year and a half later 💀
When I arrive a the recruiting center what exactly do I have to do before I get my ID???
The people at the recruiting center will walk you through it; it's mostly just confirming your personal info (like name spelling and emergency contacts) and stuff like that.
@@MozzarEllaOfficial ok thanks. I’m so exited for this year!!!! Hope to see you around!
@@sonnythefrenchfry where are you working at in the park rn?
@@catinbox768 Forbitten Frontier
do you get to pick or request a coaster you want to work? or do they assign a ride/rides to you?
You get input if you’re a returner but not your first year.
@@MozzarEllaOfficial So they just tell you what coaster you’ll be working?
@@noahb2804 For first year yes. It won't necessarily be a coaster. It depends on how full ride crews are. The big coasters are the most popular choice and a good chunk of the people on those crews are returners. When I was first hired at Kings Island and I was offered 3 different choices and none of them were coasters. The one I chose I enjoyed so much that I returned for my second year and hopefully I'll be back at that location for my third year.
At sfot you have a request after discovery but before ride training
Interviewing to be a ride operator on Thursday
Good luck!
Is it possible to be a ride operator with emetophobia (fear of vomit)
I think so! I'd recommend speaking to a manager and request to work a mild ride with a lower chance of vomiting guests, such as the train.
Do you have to go on the rides yourself during training?
Only if you want to
@@MozzarEllaOfficial Okay thanks for replying
I start training soon for food and beverage
Good luck man, I’m gonna be doing operator training tomorrow actually
@@ablinhitlin1438 how was it?
Could a OP earn some tip??
We do not get tips :(
Things I wish I knew- wtf E55 means
This video was too long. Halfway through it, I got hungry so I left it playing and went to the kitchen to fix myself a sandwich. But then I found out that I'm out of mayonnaise so I went to a store. There, I saw the most beautiful woman I have ever seen in my whole life. But I'm a really shy person so I took up a three-year personality development course so I could introduce myself. She was very friendly and all, but unfortunately, she had a boyfriend. So I said, all good, I'm a mature person. I wanted the best for her and I harbored no illusion that I am the best person for her and she seemed happy with her boyfriend, so I didn't bother her anymore. But we kept in touch and we became friends and I got over my crush on her. Then she broke up with her boyfriend, we drank some alcohol because of it. I told her she'll be fine and I wished her well. I still think she's the most beautiful woman in the world, but like I said, I am over my crush on her. It was like five years already since I first saw her. Besides, I am quite happy with the friendship I developed with her. It was more important than a crush. So we kept hanging out, drinking, having coffee, and all. I had a girlfriend, she started dating other guys. My girlfriend wanted to live some other life without me in it, so I said, "Okay, I want the best for you and I want you to pursue your happiness." My lady friend and I drank alcohol about it, and she gave me the same advice I gave her when she was in that position and I became okay with the breakup immediately. But we were really drunk, so she spent the night in my apartment. I only have one bed, so you know what that means: She took the bed and I slept on the couch. But on the couch, I really can't sleep. Something was bothering me. So I tossed and turned for about three hours, then I finally couldn''t take it anymore, I stood up and went straight to my room where she's sleeping. I approached the bed, gently sat on it and I reached for her shoulder to pull her closer to me. She stirred and woke up. She asked what's up. I told her, "you know, the first time I saw you, I was watching a video and left it playing to get myself a sandwich then went to the store to get some mayo then I got so distracted by life that I forgot to finish the video." She said, "You know what, I've been wondering about a weird noise in your night drawer." So we opened that drawer, and lo and behold, there's my phone and this video still has two minutes of play time on it.