Description
Do you like being in an outdoor setting? Engaging with adults and children? Don’t want to sit in an office during the summer? Montgomery County Parks, Enterprise Division, is currently seeking energetic, fun seasonal/intermittent applicants to fill our exciting positions at the Wheaton Miniature Train & Carousel at Wheaton Regional Park and Cabin John Miniature Train at Cabin John Regional Park.
Follow the links below for details about each location.
- https://montgomeryparks.org/parks-and-trails/wheaton-regionalpark/wheaton-miniature-train/
- https://montgomeryparks.org/parks-and-trails/cabin-john-regionalpark/miniature-train/
Work hours are flexible to include days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. These Facilities are closed during the winter months (generally November – March).
OPPORTUNITIES INCLUDE:
Train & Carousel Manager on Duty (Starting at $15.00/hr.- $18.72/hr.)
Responsible for assisting the Facility Manager in supervising the daily operation of train and carousel rides and/or ticket sales for seasonal outdoor facilities (Cabin John Regional Park- miniature train OR Wheaton Regional Park – miniature train and carousel). Tasks include daily opening and closing duties, safe operation of the rides, preparing cash reports and bank deposits, handling cash funds, fiscal accountability for ticket sales, notifies facility manager of facility needs, requests orders for supplies, assists in booking party room rentals, checks the cleanliness of the overall facility, and supervises staff. Excellent customer service and the ability to deal with large volumes of patrons in an outdoor setting is a must. Additional on-site training will be provided. Pay rate is based on experience and qualifications.
Train & Carousel Operators (Starting at $15.00/hr.)
Responsible for the daily operation of train and carousel rides and/or ticket sales for seasonal outdoor facilities (Cabin John Regional Park- miniature train OR Wheaton Regional Park – miniature train and carousel). Tasks include daily opening and closing duties, safe operation of the rides and performing routine cleaning tasks including sweeping, mopping, emptying trash, and maintaining clean restrooms. Ability to deal with large volumes of patrons in an outdoor setting is a must. On-site training will be provided. Pay rate is based on experience and qualifications.
Minimum Qualifications
Train & Carousel Manager on Duty:
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
- Minimum age of 18.
- Experience managing staff and cash handling experience preferred.
- All selected candidates must display excellent customer service skills, attain First Aid, CPR and AED Certifications (training classes available), and attend in-house orientation.
Train & Carousel Operators:
- Minimum age of 16 (18 with a valid drivers license to operate a Train); under age 18 requires an approved work permit, if hired.
- All selected candidates must display excellent customer service skills, attain First Aid, CPR and AED Certifications (training classes available), and attend in-house orientation.
Supplemental Information
These positions are seasonal (part-time) and do not include benefits. Salaries are based on experience. All selected candidates must display excellent customer service skills, attain First Aid, CPR, and AED certifications (training classes available) and attend in-house orientation. Ages 16-17 must have a work permit if hired.
Ongoing continued training and internal growth opportunities available.
A complete background investigation will be completed prior to hire.
May be subject to medical, drug and alcohol testing.
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.
