[Capdist-auditions] Hiring for POLAR EXPRESS Train Event - Saratoga Springs

[Melanie Hartman]

The Polar Express train event runs out of the Saratoga Springs train station (26 Station Lane, Saratoga Springs, NY) mid November thru December. The ride mimics the story portrayed in the Polar Express book/movie. 

The event hires lots 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 MUST be energetic, enthusiastic, dependable, dedicated, friendly AND outgoing!!

Below is some info you might find helpful:
*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.

*Salary depends on the job you are hired to do.

*This is a seasonal, part-time job for approximately 5 weeks.

*Train runs November 18 thru December 23, 2016. Orientation and training for employees will begin approx a week prior to opening night.

*Train runs Tuesdays thru Sundays; closed Mondays.

*There are 2 runs a night  - 5:30 pm and 7:30 pm.

*A run (from the Saratoga Springs train station to the North Pole, and back to Saratoga) is one hour long.

*Positions are available both on and off the train. 
Needed are characters from the story: Dancing Chefs & Waiters, Conductors, Hobos, Elves & Santa. 
Sound/Audio Technical Staff, 
Cleaning/Maintenance, 
On-board Kitchen Staff/Hot Cocoa Makers, 
Ticket Sales/Will-Call Window, 
Gift Shop, 
Parking Attendants,
Shuttle Bus Drivers (CDL License Required).

*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.

*In order to put on a GREAT live show EVERY night, this event needs sufficient staffing EVERY night! Applicants do not need to be available the entire time/duration of the event, HOWEVER, it is ONLY a 5 week event, so your AVAILABILITY to work should be greater than your UNavailability!! 

*Please be aware there is a background check AND mandatory drug test. 

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:

http://www.iowapacific.com/employment/

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.

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), try using a laptop or desktop computer. 

After you apply on-line, at a later scheduled date applicants will be directed to produce the following documents to complete the application process: 
*Social Security Card AND Driver's License/Student ID OR Passport
*Working papers (if applicable)
*Bank account info for direct deposit of your paycheck (or you may choose to have your paycheck loaded onto a debit card)

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. 

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 hear back at all. So I CANNOT stress this enough.......if you are interested, APPLY EARLY, as it could take several weeks for the hiring process to be complete. This is a huge event, so make sure YOU stay on top of things and take a PROACTIVE approach!!

Attention Specifically College/Grad Students Away At School:
DO NOT 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 EARLY so that you are all set to begin work as soon as you are done with school. 

Any concerns and/or questions, please feel free to contact me. My info is as follows:
Melanie Hartman
(email) rmzthartman at aol.com
(cell) 518-848-1604

Remember, be sure to share this with ALL 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!

                                            GREAT STAFF = GREAT SHOWS!!!

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