Summer Jobs, 2012 Season ~ Make Friendships that Last a Lifetime!
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Want to become part of Waldameer’s Team? We are looking for hard-working, friendly individuals to join a team of nearly 400 people – dedicated to providing a fun & memorable experience for thousands of area families. Park employees enjoy competitive wages, flexible schedules, extra hours, team member parties, discounts and a variety of incentives.
Join us for
Waldameer's Job Fair
Saturday, April 7th from 10:00am to 3:00pm
You could get hired ON THE SPOT!
Come apply at Rainbow Gardens and be the first to get your foot in the door to the best summer job in Erie! Please be prepared with your application filled out, a photo ID, and your social security card. Also, dress to impress! Business casual attire is preferred to make that great first impression.
Can't make Waldameer's Job Fair? Open interviews will be held April 2nd throughout the entire summer, Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 5:00pm and Saturday 9:00am to 3:00pm.
See below how to apply in our park office.
POSITIONS AVAILABLE
- Ride Operators
- Certified Lifeguards
- Concession Food Service
- Catering
- Game Operators ~ Cashiers
- Retail
Pay Rates
| Age | Schedule | Wage / Hour | Bonus/ Hour* |
| 17 & Out of School or Older | There are No Restrictions for Amount of Hours | $7.85 | $0.25 |
| 16 – 17 Year Old | 5 Day Week | $7.60 | $0.15 |
| 14 – 15 Year Old | Part-Time 14 Yr Old, works 5 hr. shifts Primarily Weekends |
$5.85 | $0.15 |
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Seasonal Exemption from Minimum Wage *BONUS: given only when you work until end of our operating season |
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Retired and looking for something to do?
Waldameer is ideal with a variety of positions & flexible hours. Working for our Team is Fun!
Apply in Person at Waldameer Office
- Use 6th & 8th Street Entrance Gate
- Park in Lot
- Walk In Gray Building on Midway between Paratrooper & Cookie House
- Entry Door up ramp on left
- No Phone Calls
- Fill out our Online Application
Application Accepted
- During April & May
- Monday – Friday, 9am to 5pm
- Saturdays, 9am to 3pm
Application & Interview Process
Upon entering the Park office you will complete our four (4) page application. Filling out your application must be done in the Park office lobby. You will then conduct an interview with one of our personnel Staff members. Questions pertain to areas of interest, personal strengths, previous employment, educational background, etc. The process takes about 15 – 20 minutes. Notification of Employment may happen at the conclusion of the interview or via phone. Waldameer is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.
Applicants Must Bring
- Drivers License and Social Security Card
- ID from School, Military, Government
- Personnel References (two) ~ with phone numbers
- CPR, First Aid & Lifeguarding Certifications ~ for Water World applicants
- Working Papers from School Only Needed upon notification of being hired
- Dress in business casual attire
Waldameer Employees are Required to:
- Work majority of Weekends & Holidays ~ our Busiest Times
- Wear Proper Uniform ~ Waldameer polo shirt, khaki or navy blue pants / shorts and sneaker shoes
- Maintain Proper Appearance ~ clean uniform, neatly groomed, clean shaven, avoid extremes in jewelry, piercings, tattoos, hairstyles & hair color
Waldameer Employee Benefits
- Earn FREE ride passes
- Earn incentive awards
- 30% food and merchandise discount
- Employee parties
- Make friends that can last a lifetime!
