Work for Adventureland in the Workamper Program
Hi Everyone,
Every once in awhile I come across work opportunities that are suited to RVers so try and pass it on to everyone. I am not affiliated with this group but it looks interesting. As usual do you ‘due diligence’ and research it properly. Would love to hear if anyone has applied or worked for Adventureland.
The Program at Adventureland for Workamping
Adventureland Park’s Workamper Program provides deeply discounted camping in addition to pay for all hours that Workampers work throughout the entire season.
Our program has become a Win-Win for Adventureland and the Workamper!
Who & What We Are
Adventureland is an outdoor amusement facility. Our Workampers primarily work in the amusement park. In addition to the amusement park, there is a 187 room Hotel and a 310 site campground spread over 200 + acres. We are located just east of Des Moines in Altoona, IA right off I-80 exit 142. We expect to provide entertainment for well over 600,000 guests this coming season.
Adventureland Park is open beginning with part time weekend operations the last week of April. Full time daily operation go from mid-May through mid August. The operational season returns to part time weekend-only through the last weekend in September.
Job Descriptions
Working RVers have historically filled many positions here at Adventureland Park. They have worked in:
Rides Operations
Running and assisting in the operation of amusement rides in our park.
Retail Operations
Working as a retail clerk in one of our many retail locations in the park and waterpark.
Food Service Operations
Working in one of seven food court areas in the park,many of which are managed by Working RVers.
Games Operations
Working in one of the three games locations in our park.>
You need to be aware that all of our positions require you to be on your feet working.
Many positions require that you work outside.
Work Requirements
During weekend operations – late April to mid May and mid August to late September: Be available to work Saturday and Sunday.
During full-time daily operations – mid May to mid August: Work 5 to 8 hours/day for 5-6 days/week. You may expect to be scheduled up to 40 hours/week.
Team Member Dress Code
We have a dress code that we ask all of our employees to follow. Adventureland works at developing a clean, well kept appearance.
Male Employees
Hair can not extend below the shirt collar, beards are not allowed, but conservative mustaches and sideburns are acceptable.
Female Employees
If hair length is longer than shoulder length it must be tied back, and conservative use of make-up is required.
If you have specific questions about dress code please ask when calling or writing to us.
What are the Benefits?
Wages: You will be paid for every hour worked. The hourly rate you will receive is determined by the job you will be performing. The wage scale will be between $7.25/hour and $7.50/hour.
Workamper Site Fees:
There are no camping charges from April 1 through May 31 . If you depart before June 1, you will be charged site rent for a complete month and/or a pro-rated amount for the portion of the month you camped based on $160.00 tax included.
June through September charges per month will be $160.00 tax included. However, the August and September charges will be waived if you complete the season. If you depart before the end of the season, you will be charged site rent for a complete month and/or a pro-rated amount for the portion of the month you camped based on $160.00 tax included.
Individuals living in a site and not employeed with Adventureland Campground, Inn, or Park will be assessed a monthly charge. This charge applies from April 1st to the end of the season in late September. These charges will be discussed during the interview.
End of Season Bonus
Workampers working through the end of our 2015 season will earn a $150 bonus. Those workampers that work through to the end of our 2015 season will also earn a $400 per site added bonus. (Note: this is per site and not per Workamper.)
Overall Bonus Value
A Workamper couple working to the end of our 2015 season will earn a $300 end of season bonus plus a $400 added bonus for a total of $700. A Workamper single working to the end of our 2015 season will earn a $150 end of season bonus plus a $400 added bonus for a total of $550. Keep in mind you are paid for all hours worked at the rate of $7.25-$7.50/hour.
Other Benefits
There will be several planned activities for our employees. Trips to area attractions, movie night, BINGO night, ice cream socials, contests, golf outings, area business discounts, and much more! You will have access to free park admission on select days for a large portion of the season, as well as discounted tickets available to purchase for your friends and family that come to visit Adventureland.
We will also provide you with two complete sets of uniforms. It will be necessary for you to provide your own socks and shoes. The footwear should be a comfortable, white low-cut tennis style shoe.
Their contact information: https://www.adventurelandpark.com/employment/work-camp/
Happy travels everyone ~ like I said above I am not affiliated with these people but thought it might be of interest to our American readers. Please let me know what you think.
Carol Ann