BEST JOB EVER
Unless you won the lottery or inherited big bucks, chances are you have to wake up every day and go to work. For most, a job is just a job, and a way to make ends meet. But what if work was more like play? What if, instead of "working for your weekend," everyday was your weekend? Fun, Food & Fantasy has its perks and as a member of Team K, you’ll quickly experience one of the “best jobs ever.”
- NEW HIRERides (16+): $12.00
Age (16+): $11.50
Age (14-15): $9.00 - REHIRERides (16+): $12.25
Age (16+): $11.75
Age (14-15): $9.50 - 3+ YEARSRides (16+): $12.50
Age (16+): $12.00
Age (14-15): -----
JOB FAIRS
Job Fair Shamokin
Mar 25, 2023
10am - 1pm View all events in Community
Hours and days are flexible with opportunities in almost every department!
Job Fair Southern Columbia
Apr 01, 2023
10am - 1 pm View all events in Community
Hours and days are flexible with opportunities in almost every department!
Job Fair Shikellamy
Apr 15, 2023
10am - 1pm View all events in Community
Hours and days are flexible with opportunities in almost every department!
Open House
May 05, 2023
5pm - 7pm View all events in Community
Meet our managers and learn more about each department to find the right summer job opportunity for you!
Fun, Food & Fantasy...Has PERKS!
- Play Here.Work with your besties, and meet new friends too!
- Flexible Schedules.Various Shifts available including days, evenings & weekends.
- Team Member Discounts.We have discounts for you to enjoy both in park and in the community.See My Discounts!
- Scholarships.We want to see you succeed! We offer scholarships and tuition reimbursement programs through select colleges and universities.Apply Now!
- Visit Other Parks FREE.Free Admission for you and a friend to other PA Amusement Parks and Attractions!Take me on a Road Trip!
- Team Member Events.We keep the party rocking all summer long, with exclusive team member activities before, after and even during shift! Ride Nights, Picnics in the Park, Parties, Boat Regattas, Socials & more. We also offer a variety of different intramural sports all summer long!Block Party Highlights
- Awards & Recognition.Team members that go above and beyond are often acknowledged and awarded "Way to Go" tokens, redeemable for prizes.
- Paycheck Stuffers.All summer we'll stuff your paycheck with freebies for Food, Drinks & Rides.
- Flexible Transportation.Want to save on gas and avoid the hassle of getting to work? Sign up for our NEW transportation system to make your commute easier!Sign Up Now!
- Bonus PotentialWork as little as 30 hours a week, and get an extra $.50 per hour added to your weekly paycheck!
- Internship ProgramAvailable for students interested in internship opportunities with higher-level independent projects, mentorships, and cross-departmental work.Read More!
RATE INCREASES & BONUSES!?!
Yepper! WE'VE RAISED OUR 2023 RATES AND ADDED BONUSES! Wish you could finally take that trip to Mexico or buy that brand new iPhone? Ohhh yeah... don't forget that car you've had your sights on! What about college tuition and rent? Whatever the reason, we're here to help you reach your goal and have FUN along the way!
This year, our seasonal team members can earn an additional $.50 per hour from June 5th through October 30th. The program will have two phases:
- Phase 1 (June 5 - August 13): Seasonal team members who work an average of 30+ hours per week during this period will receive a one-time bonus paid at the conclusion of the time period.
- Phase 2 (August 14 - October 30): Any seasonal team member working during this time will automatically be paid a weekly bonus of $.50 per hour for every hour worked on operational days.
BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE!!!
In addition to our 2023 rate increases & bonus program, our seasonal team members will earn an additional $1 per hour from Memorial Day through Labor Day by working between the hours of 4pm - 11pm on Friday & Saturdays!
- High School StudentAge: 16
EXTRA $1000
Works weekends in the pre- and post-season and 5 days a week over the summer.
2021 Earnings: $7560
2022 Earnings: $8560 - Weekend WarriorAge: 42
EXTRA $560
Has a full time position, but works weekends (side hustle) at Knoebels for vacation money.
2021 Earnings: $4240
2022 Earnings: $4800
- Beth - Gift ShopsOur guests truly LOVE Knoebels, and they are so willing to share their stories and memories of the park. It's so enjoyable to help put a smile on their face and be a part of their experience.
- Kaylee - Food ServiceWorking here is so much more than just collecting a paycheck. It's about friendships, and smiles, and working in a place where EVERYONE is happy.
- Selena - GamesI love watching entire families compete for glory and bragging rights. Everyone gets so into it, and no matter if they come away with a prize or not, they just made some great family memories.
- Max - PoolBeing an athlete, I have a lot of demands in the summer with my workouts and training. Knoebels is flexible and willing to work around my schedule.
- Dante - RidesI've gotten to meet and work along side of some really great people, many of which have become my closest friends.
Hear It From Us:
Early Riser?
Join our morning flower and grounds team to help get the park ready for open.
Grounds Crew
Early Riser?
Join our morning flower and grounds team to help get the park ready for open.
Grounds CrewWeekends Only?
Wanna work just one day a week? Join our catering team, serve large picnics for just a few hours on Saturdays or Sundays.
Catering
Weekends Only?
Wanna work just one day a week? Join our catering team, serve large picnics for just a few hours on Saturdays or Sundays.
CateringYoung & Fun!
Got your eye on that prize? 14 & 15 year olds are perfectly suited to work in our games department!
Games Operator
Young & Fun!
Got your eye on that prize? 14 & 15 year olds are perfectly suited to work in our games department!
Games OperatorNight Owl?
Cleaning overnight allows our gift shops to look their best for the next day of guests. So grab that dust cloth and join our team!
Gift Shops Housekeeping
Night Owl?
Cleaning overnight allows our gift shops to look their best for the next day of guests. So grab that dust cloth and join our team!
Gift Shops HousekeepingLoves People.
Our guest relations team, and office team members get to speak with people from all over the country every day!
Guest Relations
Loves People.
Our guest relations team, and office team members get to speak with people from all over the country every day!
Guest RelationsAction Oriented!
Most people come to Knoebels for the ups, downs, thrills, and splashes of our rides. You can be BIG part of their BEST DAY EVER on our rides team.
Ride Operator
Action Oriented!
Most people come to Knoebels for the ups, downs, thrills, and splashes of our rides. You can be BIG part of their BEST DAY EVER on our rides team.
Ride OperatorLimited Mobility?
How does selling ride passes & tickets sound from the comfort of your chair? We even have shuttle service to and from Admissions Office.
Admissions
Limited Mobility?
How does selling ride passes & tickets sound from the comfort of your chair? We even have shuttle service to and from Admissions Office.
Admissions
Love Kids?
Our ride operators in kiddie land put smiles on kids faces ALL DAY LONG!
Ride Operator