Scare Actor Attendant - $15/HR

Six Flags Great America

Gurnee, IL Posted 7/6/2025 Full Time

Must be able to work late night and weekends

Required to complete the availability section of the application

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Escort, protect & assist the Scare-Actors on the midway during the Fright Fest Season as well as assist guests in the themed areas of the park
  • Keep the Scare-Actors’ safety in mind at all times by ensuring safe interaction between the Scare-Actors and guests.
  • Escort Scare-Actors through the park, both on stage and backstage.
  • Keep track of Scare-Actors in your assigned Themed Street area.
  • Handle any issues that may arise in an appropriate manner.
  • Keep guest safety and satisfaction in mind by answering questions regarding general park information.
  • Must be able to maintain order in your assigned area through non-physical means.
  • Must purchase the Park approved Fright Fest red polo and wear black pants and appropriate shoes.
  • Monitor the performance of assigned performers to ensure Scare-Actors interact correctly with guests as they are trained.
  • Provide direct feedback to the Scare-Actors if standards and rules are not followed in regards to safety.
  • Report any behavior that may require coaching, counseling, or disciplinary/commendable action needed to help maintain and improve the performance of the group to the Supervisor.
  • Diligently follow all scheduling in regards to parades, meals, breaks.
  • Report any unsafe acts or conditions to the Supervisor immediately.
  • Maintain a clean work environment for the assigned street area, break area, makeup area, and Show Wardrobe.
  • Adhere to and enforce all park policies and procedures as outlined in their Seasonal Handbook and the Department Standard Operating Procedure Manual.
  • Train new personnel as needed.
  • Any other duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Minimum Age: 16
  • Must be able to work evening shifts on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays
  • Must be willing to actively engage with guests to both assist them and/or stop them if they do not follow park policy.
  • Must be able of stand/walk for the length of shift.
  • Must be willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions
  • Must be professional, self-motivated, the ability to multi-task and have an enthusiastic attitude
  • Must have strong teamwork skills and the ability to work with others

Other Functions:

All other duties assigned or necessary to support the park as a whole.

Perks:

  • FREE admission to our park and other Six Flags Parks!
  • FREE tickets for family and friends!
  • Discounted Season Passes
  • Discounts on Food and Merchandise
  • Enjoy Team Member Exclusive Events

Equal Opportunity Employer
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JOB LOCATION:
Gurnee, IL 60031

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