Carousel Operator

Competition No: 2024-CO

Duration: Auxiliary

Salary: $ % in lieu of benefits

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Last Updated: 6/18/24

The goal of the City of Burnaby and its employees is to consistently deliver first class service and services to our community. With this in mind, we hire people who share the same passion, those with the drive and determination to grow with and contribute to our already exceptional team. People like you

Do you enjoy rides at the amusement park? The City of Burnaby is looking for Carousel Operators on an auxiliary basis to operate and monitor the 1912 vintage carousel located at Burnaby Village Museum. The carousel is a popular attraction amongst visitors and tourists alike. You will ensure that the ride is operated safely for guests and perform routine cleaning and maintenance tasks. Carousel Operators provides a fun and safe experience for riders by assisting in mounting and dismounting the carousel, as well as performs related work as required.

Qualifications include up to high school graduation supplemented by customer service and other related experience. The ideal candidate has ride machinery or equipment related work experience, knowledge of safety regulations and emergency procedures and considerable experience working with the public. As Carousel Operators will be interacting on an ongoing basis with customers, we would love to see a strong customer service background in your application. The ability to perform routine cleaning tasks is required.

If this position interests you and you would like to join our team, please apply online by June 24, 2024.

Pay Rate: $ % in lieu of benefits

Location: Burnaby Village Museum

Hours of Work: Shifts for this position vary and are based on our operational requirements. Typical shifts are 5.25 hours in length between the hours of 9:00AM and 4:30PM and can occur Tuesday through Sunday during our open seasons. Ideally your availability for this role will be weekdays, evenings and weekends. Our season at the Museum runs from May through August and from late November and into early January each year.

Applicants under consideration will be required to consent to a Police Information Check.

At the City of Burnaby, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce that authentically mirrors the vibrant community we proudly serve. We consistently embrace diversity and endeavor to build an inclusive workforce that celebrates the richness of our community. We warmly welcome applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences to join us in shaping a more vibrant and equitable future together.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview.

Please contact People and Culture at if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online.