Senior Ride Technician

UrbaCon Contracting & Trading Company; Qatar; On-site; QAR 200,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier contracting company in Qatar seeks a Senior Ride Technician to oversee the maintenance and safety of rides and attractions. The role involves leading a team of technicians and ensuring compliance with industry standards to enhance guest experiences. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and at least 5 years of experience, including 3 years in relevant fields.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of working experience, with 3 years relevant experience.
• 2 years of GCC experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ensure excellent customer service by addressing customer needs.
• Perform daily inspections on rides and attractions.
• Use and dispose of various chemicals safely.
• Maintain and repair mechanical systems and gear motors.

Skills

Mechanical systems understanding

Electrical components knowledge

Safety regulations comprehension

Problem-solving skills

Leadership capabilities

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Volt ohmmeters

PLC programmable controllers

Job description

Job Summary

The Senior Ride Technician is responsible in overseeing the maintenance, safety, and performance of rides and attractions to ensure an optimal guest experience while upholding industry standards and regulations. They lead a team of technicians, troubleshoot technical issues, and coordinate maintenance projects to maintain operational efficiency and safety.

Job Responsibilities

• Ensure excellent customer service by responding to customer requirements, expectations and needs.
• Perform daily inspections on rides, attractions, elevators and disassembles motors and their controls.
• Work on computer controlled equipment.
• Fill out inspection and work order forms and cleans ride areas.
• Use, store and dispose paint, oil, solvents and other chemicals.
• Use micrometer, calipers, volt ohmmeters and other precise measuring devices.
• Maintain and repair gears, gearboxes and gear motors.
• Work with PLC programmable controllers.
• Work with low voltage electrical systems.

Job Knowledge & Skills

In-depth understanding of mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical components relevant to rides and attractions maintenance.

Comprehensive knowledge of safety regulations, procedures, and standards to ensure the safe operation and maintenance of rides and attractions.

Strong problem-solving skills to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues efficiently, minimizing downtime and ensuring ride reliability.

Effective leadership and team management capabilities to supervise and motivate technicians, delegate tasks, and coordinate maintenance activities.

Clear communication skills to collaborate with internal teams, vendors, and regulatory authorities, facilitating effective maintenance operations and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Job Experience

Minimum 5 year(s) working experience, 3 year(s) relevant working experience, 2 year (s) GCC is a plus

Competencies

• Collaboration
• Accountability
• Resilience
• Quality
• Leadership
• Preventive Maintenance Procedures L2
• Routine Maintenance L2
• Equipment Maintenance L2
• Safety Management L2
• Inspection And Maintenance Procedures L2

Education

Bachelor's Degree in in any Engineering related discipline (e.g. Mechanical, Electrical) or Electrical Certificates or equivalent