SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment employees working as Rides Operator in US have attributed a compensation and benefits rating of 2.7 out of 5 stars, based on 85 ratings. This is in line with the average of Rides Operator professionals at SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment worldwide.
The salary trajectory of a Rides Operator ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $52,695 per year (estimate) and goes up to $176,783 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
The estimated average salary for a Rides Operator at SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment is $57,297 per year or $28 per hour, but some professionals have reported earning up to roughly $85,498 per year (90th percentile). The typical pay range is between $46,954 (25th percentile) and $70,945 (75th percentile) annually. This is based on 5 salaries submitted by SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment Rides Operator professionals on Glassdoor, as of Jul 2026.
Rides Operator professionals typically earn between $23 and $34 per hour.
Rides Operator professionals typically earn between $3,913 and $5,912 monthly.