Technician - Creative Services

Canada's Wonderland; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier amusement park is seeking a technician to maintain and install technical equipment for attractions. Candidates should have communication skills, technical production experience, and be available for flexible shifts, including weekends and holidays. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a fun environment while ensuring guests have memorable experiences.

Benefits

FREE Admission to the park and other locations

20% discount on merchandise and food

Employee events with rides and games

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• Education and/or work experience in technical production, preferably theatre.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs. above your head and work in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of technical equipment.
• Assist with technical installations of attractions.
• Follow event procedures and assist with tear down processes.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Education and/or work experience in technical production

Experience with basic carpentry

Experience in theatrical special effects

Excellent operating, set-up and troubleshooting knowledge of audio, lighting and effects

Tools

Audio equipment

Lighting equipment

Theatrical effects equipment

Job description

Overview

$19.00 / hour

This is a vacant position. Rate varies based on skill level and experience. Candidates must be a minimum 18 years of age to be considered for this position.

Joining our Canada’s Wonderland team means you’ll provide guests with exceptional service when they visit the park.

Canada’s Wonderland is home to over 300 acres of world class rides and attractions for the entire family, including a 20 acre water park. We are the ultimate destination for attractions, food, live shows, and events! We want YOU to join us in making people happy! As a member of our team, you’ll…

• Make our guests happy by delivering amazing experiences and helping them create lifelong memories
• Interact with different people of all ages and backgrounds
• Gain skills, knowledge, and experience that will benefit in your future

Some of our amazing perks and benefits:

• FREE Admission to Canada’s Wonderland and other parks!
• Earn promotional tickets for friends & family!
• 20% discount on Merchandise and at select Food locations; employee cafeteria with discounted food.
• FREE and/or discounted admission to many Ontario attractions.
• Work with a diverse team in a fun environment.
• Employee events with RIDES, GAMES, and FREE FOOD!

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for installation, basic maintenance, tear down and pack away of all technical equipment.
• Repair or initiate repair of all breakdowns in your area of responsibility.
• Complete maintenance as needed on technical equipment.
• Assist with technical installations of attractions.
• Follow the event, assist with the tear down process of all attractions and theming.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Education and/or work experience in technical production (theatre preferred)
• Experience with basic carpentry
• Experience in theatrical special effects (preferred)
• Excellent operating, set-up and troubleshooting knowledge of audio, lighting and effects
• Individuals that are able to lift 40 lbs. above your head and work in confined and dark spaces
• Candidates that have a valid Ontario Driver’s License (G/G2) with a clean abstract
• Individuals that are able to provide their own CSA approved steel toe footwear
• Availability that includes working flexible shifts on weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays