2025 Playland Summer Jobs
Posted 16 days ago
Job Description
Seasonal (May to October)
Date Posted: February 3rd, 2025
Come work for Vancouver's favourite amusement park - Playland at the PNE!
We are looking for over 200 enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our Games, Rides, Guest Experience, Playland Maintenance, and Food & Beverage teams for this year's exciting Playland season.
Why join our Team?
For additional information regarding the positions listed below, including shift times, required availability and core candidate requirements, please Click Here to visit our Playland Positions Informational Webpage.
When will you work?
Applications can be submitted via the PNE website at www.pne.ca/jobs and will be accepted until the roles are filled. Preference will be given to candidates who submit their resume before Sunday, March 9, 2025.
Successful applicants will receive an interview invitation via email in late March. Virtual group interviews will be held on April 1 st , April 3 rd . The interview invitation will allow all candidates to choose their preferred Playland jobs. We look forward to hearing from you!
The PNE is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive workforce that reflects the diverse community we proudly serve. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or age. If you require any support or accommodations throughout any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the People & Culture Department at hr@pne.ca .
Date Posted: February 3rd, 2025
Come work for Vancouver's favourite amusement park - Playland at the PNE!
We are looking for over 200 enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our Games, Rides, Guest Experience, Playland Maintenance, and Food & Beverage teams for this year's exciting Playland season.
Why join our Team?
- We create memorable experiences, and we have fun doing it - join us!
- Base wages start at $17.40/hr with 10% additional pay in lieu of vacation & other benefits, resulting in a total of $19.14/hour.
- Training and development - learn new skills and gain valuable work experience.
- Career growth - opportunities for promotions and position transfers.
- Opportunity to create lasting memories & friendships.
- Great perks & employee rewards!
- Employee discounts on passes to Playland, The Fair, and Fright Nights, as well as at all PNE Food Stands!
- We want to recognize you - gift card rewards available all season long!
- Enjoy a free evening at Playland with your friends and family during our Employee Family Night!
For additional information regarding the positions listed below, including shift times, required availability and core candidate requirements, please Click Here to visit our Playland Positions Informational Webpage.
- Candy/Concessions Attendant - 15 years of age or older by April 1, 2025
- Candy Runner - 15 years of age or older by April 1, 2025
- Concessions Cook- 16 years of age or older by April 1, 2025
- Games Attendant - 15 years of age or older by April 1, 2025
- Guest Experience Attendant- 15 years of age or older by April 1, 2025
- Grounds Maintenance Attendant - 15 years of age or older by April 1, 2025
- Playland BBQ Attendant- 15 years of age or older by April 1, 2025
- Playland BBQ Grill Cook- 15 years of age or older by April 1, 2025
- Playland BBQ Runner- 15 years of age or older by April 1, 2025
- Playland Busser- 15 years of age or older by April 1, 2025
- Rides Attendant - 16 years of age or older by April 1, 2025
When will you work?
- Dates:
- Playland is open from May 17 th - September 1 st
- Employees hired for the Playland season will also be required to work select dates in October for the Fright Nights operating season.
- Hours:
- Playland will operate daily from 11am - 5pm; and on Fridays & Saturdays will also operate during the evening from 6pm - 11pm.
- Shifts will be scheduled according to operational times and may vary week over week.
- Availability Requirements: at least 3-4 days per week , including evenings and weekends.
- Training: Training for Playland positions will begin at the end of April and run through the month into May.
- There is a mandatory training date for all employees on Saturday, May 10.
Applications can be submitted via the PNE website at www.pne.ca/jobs and will be accepted until the roles are filled. Preference will be given to candidates who submit their resume before Sunday, March 9, 2025.
Successful applicants will receive an interview invitation via email in late March. Virtual group interviews will be held on April 1 st , April 3 rd . The interview invitation will allow all candidates to choose their preferred Playland jobs. We look forward to hearing from you!
The PNE is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive workforce that reflects the diverse community we proudly serve. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or age. If you require any support or accommodations throughout any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the People & Culture Department at hr@pne.ca .
About Pacific National Exhibition
Industry
Non-ProfitCompany Size
1001-5000 employees
Application closing date is 2025-04-07
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