Trolley Drivers and Trolley Spotters Needed! (Seasonal Part Time) (Miami)

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Overview: Trolley Driver and Spotters

Christmas Wonderland is hiring seasonal trolley drivers and spotters to move guests safely between the main gate and pickup and drop-off points at Tropical Park, 7900 SW 40th St., Miami. The season runs Nov. 12, 2026, through Jan. 3, 2027.
Trolley teams are often the first and last people guests see at the event. Each trolley runs with one driver and one spotter working as a unit: the driver controls the vehicle, and the spotter manages guests, boarding and the area around the trolley.

This a seasonal PT job and you could be scheduled as a Driver or Spotter depending on business needs

Pay: $20 per hour

Trolley Driver
The trolley driver operates the guest trolley on a set route through the event grounds, keeping guests safe while delivering a smooth, on-time ride.

Responsibilities
•Operate the trolley on the assigned route at safe, posted speeds, with full stops at the main gate and each pickup and drop-off point
•Complete a pre-shift vehicle check (brakes, lights, horn, tires, fuel or charge, audio system) and report any issue to the trolley lead before service
•Deliver or play the safety announcement before each departure
•Wait for the spotter's all-clear before moving; never depart while guests are boarding, exiting or standing
•Watch for pedestrians, staff, carts and vehicles throughout the route, especially in high-traffic and low-light areas
•Follow radio instructions from operations and adjust routes or pause service as directed
•Report incidents, near-misses and guest injuries immediately and complete incident documentation
•Complete an end-of-shift vehicle check, park and secure the trolley in its designated area

Requirements
•At least 21 years old
•Valid Florida driver's license and a clean driving record; must pass a motor vehicle record check
•Experience driving trams, shuttles, buses or other passenger vehicles preferred
•Able to stay calm and focused in crowded, noisy, nighttime conditions
•Able to use a two-way radio and follow instructions precisely
•Available evenings, weekends and holidays through the season

Trolley Spotter
The trolley spotter rides with the driver and serves as the trolley's eyes and guest host, managing boarding, seating and safety on and around the vehicle.

Responsibilities
•Greet guests, manage the boarding line and direct guests to open seats
•Make sure strollers and wheelchairs are folded and stowed before departure, with no children seated in them
•Lock and unlock the boarding chains, and only open them once the trolley has come to a complete stop
•Give the driver a clear all-clear signal before every departure
•Watch guests during the ride and enforce safety rules: stay seated, hands and feet inside, children supervised
•Spot for the driver at stops, turns and in tight or crowded areas, including guiding the trolley when backing or parking
•Answer guest questions about stops, the event and accessibility, and route guests who need help to the right staff
•Report incidents, lost children, guest injuries and safety concerns to the driver and operations by radio

Requirements
•At least 18 years old
•Friendly, confident and comfortable speaking to large groups of guests, including families with young children
•Able to give clear instructions and enforce safety rules politely and firmly
•Able to use a two-way radio
•Bilingual English and Spanish preferred
•Available evenings, weekends and holidays through the season

Schedule, Physical Requirements 

Schedule
•Seasonal, part-time, Nov. 12, 2026, through Jan. 3, 2027
•Evening shifts, with weekend and holiday shifts required, including Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day
•Paid training before opening night; attendance required

Physical requirements (both roles)
•Work outdoors in all weather for the full shift
•Stand, sit, climb on and off the trolley and walk for extended periods
•Lift up to 25 pounds, including folded strollers and wheelchairs
•Work in low light, crowds and amplified music