MABLETON, Ga. — Six Flags Over Georgia is kicking off an ambitious recruitment effort ahead of its 2026 season, announcing plans to hire thousands of new team members as part of a nationwide hiring push tied to Valentine’s Day.
The metro Atlanta area theme park revealed that it aims to bring on approximately 2,400 new employees in time for its March 14 opening day, contributing to a broader initiative by the parent company to fill 50,000 positions across the United States.
Officials say the hiring efforts will kick off with a week-long “hiring blitz” beginning Sunday, Feb. 14, aligned with National Hiring Week, and will include a variety of in-person events and job fairs where applicants can apply, be interviewed, and begin the onboarding process.
“We can’t wait to kick off another season of new food and beverage upgrades, exciting seasonal events and unforgettable fun,” said park leadership in a statement, highlighting opportunities ranging from entry-level roles to leadership positions for enthusiastic, hardworking candidates.
Recruitment Events and Opportunities
The park’s recruitment calendar features several targeted hiring events throughout February, including:
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Mega Hiring Fair — Saturday, Feb. 7, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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Youth-Focused Hiring Fair — Sunday, Feb. 8, also from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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Leadership Hiring Fair — Friday, Feb. 13, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
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Rides Hiring Fair — Saturday, Feb. 21.
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Food & Beverage Hiring Event — Sunday, Feb. 28.
Applicants are encouraged to attend events onsite at the Austell park location, and those who apply before attending may speed up the interview and onboarding process.
Why This Matters
Six Flags Over Georgia’s recruitment push comes as theme parks nationwide prepare for the spring and summer tourism season, and signals significant job opportunities for locals and seasonal workers seeking flexible or long-term roles. With parks across North America expanding their workforce, events like this offer a mix of full-time, part-time, and seasonal positions in operations, guest services, entertainment, food and beverage, ride operations, and more.
For job seekers interested in applying or learning more about roles and scheduling, applications are available online and at the on-site hiring events.
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