Adventureland Workamper Podcast
Adventureland Resort is a theme park, water park, hotel, campground and sports bar with over 100 attractions located outside Des Moines Iowa. Adventureland hires workampers to staff the rides, aquatics, foods and park services departments and offers pay for every hour worked, plus a free rv site. This podcast discusses the 28-year-old workamper program and offers insight for those who are considering workamping at Adventureland.
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Tuesday Oct 29, 2024
Tuesday Oct 29, 2024
In this episode, seasoned former workamper and current Operations Manager Lou Axt speaks to Ron Walker, Director of People & Organization about the 29-year-old workamping program at Adventureland Resort in Altoona, Iowa.
Adventureland Resort, a theme park in Altoona, Iowa, is expanding its workamper program for the 2025 season. The program hires for various roles including food service, rides, aquatics, and park services. Age requirements vary by department, with a minimum of 18 years for workampers and 14, 15, or 16 for specific roles. The resort allows all RV types but not tent camping. Workampers can expect a short walk or bike ride to the park. The weather requires proper clothing and air conditioning in RVs. Pay starts at $14 per hour, with higher rates for rehires. The program aims to accommodate 150-200 workampers, with a strong returner community.
Transcript
https://otter.ai/u/yUgNbB4BW2NQNg6Sn-vdF96c3mM?view=transcript
Action Items[ ] Apply online at www.adventurelandresort.com/employment for the work camper program.[ ] Reach out to the HR team at HR@adventurelandpark.com for any questions about the work camper program.[ ] Contact Lou Axt at Lou@adventurelandpark.com for any questions about the rides or aquatics departments.
Adventureland has hired workampers every season for 29 years. Every hour worked is paid and there is no charge for your site. The Des Moines area offers cultural, sporting, historical and natural attractions as well as ample shopping and dining opportunities.