Midway Ride Operator

For over forty years, Fort Edmonton Park has told the city’s story to generations of Edmontonians and visitors alike. Now, the Park is looking towards the future with an exciting enhancement project that will captivate the public and tell new stories for years to come!

Apply your enthusiasm and love of Canadian history to help create a fun and exciting experience for everyone at Fort Edmonton Park’s historical 1920’s Midway. You will be part of a dynamic, committed team of ride operators that deliver excellence in customer service and make every visitor's experience memorable. Your success will be measured by your ability to perform all your duties in a respectful, inclusive and service-minded way.

To visualize what it’s like to be on our team, watch this video .

What will you do?

• Conduct opening and closing ride checks and procedures
• Operate various rides in accordance with safety legislation and facility procedures
• Demonstrate excellent customer service while interacting with the public and responding to their questions
• Collect detailed statistical information and complete inventories as required
• Operate rides for evening rental clients as required
• Operate games booth
• Report any issues with ride operation to your supervisor
• Participate in overall Midway activation and monitoring of indoor spaces
• Perform other related duties as required
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• Completion of Grade 10 or equivalent or higher
  
  
  

Assets:

• Ability to use other languages (in addition to English) in conversation
• Knowledge of Western Canadian History
• Capable of operating hand-cranked rides; experience in mechanical ride operation
• Experience working at a living history site
  
  
  

Skills required for success:

• Experience working with the general public, including tour groups and children
• Proven customer service skills, including strong communication skills
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies ( https://bit.ly/4brRrXm )
• Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion ( https://bit.ly/3hd2d95 )
  
  
  

Conditions of Employment:

• Valid Intermediate First Aid and CPR Certificates are required prior to employment
• Physical ability and manual dexterity to perform the assigned tasks and duties of this position in all kinds of weather and environmental conditions, including allergens such as animals, dust, pollen and insects
• Hire is dependent on Police Information Check including Vulnerable Sector satisfactory to the City of Edmonton
• Successful candidates must be willing to sign a media consent form in accordance with City policy and participate in media events
• Applicants may be tested
  
  
  

The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact [email protected] . Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits

Successful candidates may be eligible for recall in the 2026 season

Up to 6 temporary part-time positions for up to 8 months

Hours of Work: up to 39 hours per week, operations is open from 7:00 am - 11:00 pm, 7 days a week. Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays is required. (Note: Wednesday to Sunday as the predominant work days during May to September)

Salary: $20.320 (Hourly)

Talent Acquisition Consultant: JP/JR

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