Alex Valderas
Summary
Theme park operations leader with 15+ years of experience overseeing Park Services operations in high-volume amusement park environments. Proven success leading large frontline and supervisory teams, managing labor and daily operations, and maintaining high standards for park quality, safety, and regulatory compliance. Known for strong field leadership, effective cross-department collaboration, and hands-on operational support, including duty management and special projects with Operations and Maintenance.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Managerial Supervisor, Park Services
Six Flags Over Texas
Arlington
10.2009 - Current
- Lead daily Park Services operations for a large-scale theme park, overseeing multiple disciplines including grounds, janitorial, washdown, and park perimeter operations.
- Maintain a strong, consistent presence in the field to monitor park quality, safety, and service standards, addressing issues in real time.
- Manage a frontline workforce of 60+ Team Members, along with Supervisors and Managerial Supervisors, providing coaching, development, and performance oversight.
- Plan, review, and approve weekly labor schedules while managing daily staffing levels to align with attendance, events, and operational demand.
- Partner with Operations and Maintenance on special projects, facility improvements, and park-wide initiatives requiring cross-department coordination.
- Serve as Department Coordinator on Duty, responding to escalated situations, supporting park leadership, and ensuring continuity of operations.
- Provide leadership assistance across other operational departments, including Ride Operations and Admissions, through cross-training and operational support.
- Ensure safe chemical storage, handling, and usage practices, partnering with safety teams to maintain compliance with state regulations and company standards.
Manager, Technical Services
Main Event Entertainment
Grand Prairie
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Managed daily Technical Services operations supporting guest-facing attractions and overall facility readiness.
- Supervised and scheduled Team Members to align staffing with business demand and operational priorities.
- Coordinated preventive maintenance efforts to minimize downtime and support consistent operations.
- Maintained a large entertainment facility to ensure attractions were guest-ready and operating safely, directly supporting increased revenue by reducing game downtime.
- Ensured compliance with industry and company safety procedures, policies, and standards.
Skills
- Leadership Development
- Labor Management
- EHS Compliance
- Park Services Operations
- Duty Management
- Cross-Department Leadership
- Operational Improvement
- Training & Coaching
- Operational Oversight
Accomplishments
2025 Department Coordinator of the Year
Timeline
Manager, Technical Services
Main Event Entertainment
10.2022 - 02.2023
Senior Managerial Supervisor, Park Services
Six Flags Over Texas
10.2009 - Current