Alarm Technician I (Busch Gardens Williamsburg)

SeaWorld Entertainment; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team at a leading entertainment company where your skills in fire protection and electrical maintenance will shine. As a key player, you'll ensure the safety and enjoyment of countless guests while working in a dynamic environment. This role offers a chance to engage with cutting-edge fire alarm systems and collaborate with a dedicated team. You'll enjoy a variety of perks, from complimentary park tickets to comprehensive health benefits. If you're ready to make a difference and bring joy to others, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes

Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401K Retirement plan

Voluntary Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old with proficiency in English.
• Experience with fire alarm systems and electrical troubleshooting is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and inspections of fire protection equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical systems.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Troubleshooting skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Mathematical skills

Education

Nicet Fire Alarm Systems Level I

4 years experience in an industrial environment

Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services ES Technician certification

Tools

VOM

Tone generator

Amplifiers

Job description

Busch Gardens is a place of thrills, fun and positive, lasting memories. And that's just what it's like to work here! As a key member of our team, you'll play a major role in bringing happiness and excitement to people from around the world. If you're dedicated, dependable and driven to deliver exceptional guest service, this is a place for you!

What you get to do:

• Perform maintenance of all fire protection equipment.
• Be responsible for annual inspections at each location.
• Have the ability to perform as a team member in job specific tasks.
• Complete tasks assigned within time constraints implied by park guidelines.
• Have electrical knowledge and troubleshooting skills.
• Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of all fire systems.
• Keep working areas neat, clean, and tidy.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical, electronic and mechanical equipment, including all fire and security and Head End Interface equipment.
• This position requires dependable performance in terms of attendance, performance, acceptance of assignments, and strict adherence to all safety policies and requirements.
• Work well as a team player and interact positively within a group.
• Be able to work all shifts and weekends.
• Be familiar and able to operate tools of trade including VOM, tone generator, and amplifiers.
• Read, troubleshoot blueprints and installation drawings.

What it takes to succeed:

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Proficient use of the English language.
• Basic mathematical skills, as well as adequate reading and writing skills.
• Nicet Fire Alarm Systems Level I or 4 years experience in an industrial environment.
• Working knowledge of National Fire Alarm Code NFPA 72.
• Familiarity with ADT Unimode, Focus 200, and Notifier 640 systems.
• Commonwealth of Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services ES Technician certification (in Virginia).
• Valid local driver’s license.

Essential skills/abilities and experience:

• Understand operation of addressable and Zone Base equipment.
• Diagnose electrical problems in hard wired and software circuits.
• Pass all competency tests offered.
• Be a self-motivator with good initiative and flexibility; organize and plan daily workload with little supervision and possess good communication skills.
• Possess good interpersonal skills and communicative abilities.
• Work well as a team player and interact positively within a group.

Physical Demands:

• This position is physically demanding.
• Requires full mobility, including ability to walk, sit, stand, stoop, climb, push, pull, bend, and squat.
• Must be able to lift items 50 pounds to 100 pounds safely.
• Must be able to stand on ladders for long periods of time.
• Must be able to climb various heights (200+ feet) on all types of ladders to reach rooftops, ride lifts, etc.

The perks of the position:

• Paid Time Off
• Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes
• Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401K Retirement plan
• Voluntary Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Legal Assistance Plan

EEO Employer:

SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.