<html><head><meta http-equiv="content-type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8"></head><body dir="auto"><div><span></span></div><div><meta http-equiv="content-type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8"><div><span></span></div><div><meta http-equiv="content-type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8"><div>The Polar Express train event runs out of the Saratoga Springs train station<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> (26 Station Lane, Saratoga Springs, NY) mid November thru December.</span> The ride mimics the story portrayed in the Polar Express book/movie. </div><div><div><br></div><div>The event hires <b>lots</b> of local talent to participate in this fantastic seasonal job opportunity, in which you can earn great money AND have tons of fun while doing it!!! There is NO experience necessary to apply, however, applicants <b><u>MUST</u></b> be energetic, enthusiastic, dependable, dedicated, friendly AND outgoing!!</div><div><br></div><div><u>Below is some info you might find helpful:</u></div><div>*ALL individuals age 14 and UP are encouraged to apply as there's something fun for everyone! Please note, however, that the NYS Dept of Labor has restrictions on the number of hours a day 14 & 15 year olds can work.</div><div><br></div><div>*Salary depends on the job you are hired to do.</div><div><br></div><div>*This is a seasonal, part-time job for approximately 5 weeks.</div><div><br></div><div>*Train runs November 18 thru December 23, 2016. Orientation and training for employees will begin approx a week prior to opening night.</div><div><br></div><div>*Train runs Tuesdays thru Sundays; closed Mondays.</div><div><br></div><div>*There are 2 runs a night - 5:30 pm and 7:30 pm.</div><div><br></div><div>*A run (from the Saratoga Springs train station to the North Pole, and back to Saratoga) is one hour long.</div><div><br></div><div>*Positions are available <u>both</u> <b>on</b> and <b>off</b> the train. </div><div>Needed are characters from the story: Dancing Chefs & Waiters, Conductors, Hobos, Elves & Santa. </div><div>Sound/Audio Technical Staff, </div><div>Cleaning/Maintenance, </div><div>On-board Kitchen Staff/Hot Cocoa Makers, </div><div>Ticket Sales/Will-Call Window, </div><div>Gift Shop, </div><div>Parking Attendants,</div><div>Shuttle Bus Drivers (CDL License Required).</div><div><br></div><div>*Time of arrival at work will depend on which job you are hired to do. Characters/actors may need to arrive 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm, while other positions may need to be there by early/mid afternoon. Most, if not all jobs will conclude around 9:00 pm.</div><div><br></div><div>*In order to put on a <b>GREAT</b> live show <b>EVERY</b> night, this event needs sufficient staffing <b>EVERY </b>night! Applicants do not need to be available the entire time/duration of the event, HOWEVER, it is <b>ONLY</b> a 5 week event, so your AVAILABILITY to work should be <u style="font-weight: bold;">greater than</u> your UNavailability!! </div><div><br></div><div>*Please be aware there is a background check AND mandatory drug test. </div><div><br></div><div>The application process is the same as last year. If interested in employment, you will go on-line to apply. The site is as follows:</div><div><br></div><div><div><a href="http://www.iowapacific.com/employment/">http://www.iowapacific.com/employment/</a></div><div><br></div><div><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Click on “View Current Job Openings” and this link will redirect you to the ADP Workforce Now website. Then look for the link to “Seasonal Cast Member – North Creek, NY” and click “APPLY” in the upper right hand corner. Follow the prompts to the online application.</span></div><div><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Please be aware that this site is temperamental at times. If you are unable to access it through a smartphone or tablet (because you get an error message that says you are using an unsupported browser or device, warning you that some features may not work correctly),</span><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> try using a laptop or desktop computer. </span></div></div><div><br></div><div>After you apply on-line, at a later scheduled date applicants will be directed to produce the following documents to complete the application process: </div><div>*Social Security Card AND Driver's License/Student ID <u><b>OR</b></u> Passport</div><div>*Working papers (if applicable)</div><div>*Bank account info for direct deposit of your paycheck (or you may choose to have your paycheck loaded onto a debit card)</div><div><br></div><div><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">After these initial steps of the application process, you'll be provided with a drug screening form that you'll need to take to any LabCorp (with photo ID and SSN) where your drug test will be performed. </span></div><div><br></div><div><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">In past years, for some reason it seems the later an applicant waits to apply and submit their paperwork, the longer it can take for a response/approval. In the past, in some instances, some people didn't </span><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">hear back at all. So </span>I <b><u>CANNOT</u></b> stress this enough.......if you are interested, <b><u>APPLY</u></b> <u style="font-weight: bold;">EARLY,</u> as it could take several weeks for the hiring process to be complete. This is a <b>huge</b> event, so make sure YOU stay on top of things and take a <b>PROACTIVE</b> approach!!</div><div><br></div><div><i><u>Attention Specifically College/Grad Students Away At School:</u></i></div><div><b>DO</b> <b>NOT</b> discount this job opportunity! You are still encouraged to apply, even if you are only available (select) weekends and school recesses. COMPLETE the application process <b>EARLY</b> so that you are all set to begin work as soon as you are done with school. </div><div><br></div><div>Any concerns and/or questions, please feel free to contact me. My info is as follows:</div><div>Melanie Hartman</div><div>(email) <a href="mailto:rmzthartman@aol.com">rmzthartman@aol.com</a></div><div>(cell) 518-848-1604</div><div><br></div><div>Remember, be sure to share this with <b>ALL</b> your friends, family/relatives, classmates, co-workers, church (youth) groups, etc... And please feel free to post this sensational seasonal job opportunity on your Facebook page!</div><div><br></div><div> <b>GREAT STAFF = GREAT SHOWS!!!</b></div><div><br></div></div></div></div></body></html>