Amusement Park Ride Carpentry Specialist

Six Flags Great America & Hurricane Harbor; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Six Flags Great America & Hurricane Harbor is seeking a skilled carpenter to participate in repair and maintenance of park rides and facilities using standard carpentry methods. You will work with a crew on rough and finish carpentry and facility repairs, indoors and outdoors, in all weather conditions.

This role requires reading blueprints, following work orders, using hand and power tools safely, and lifting up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of carpentry procedures and methods.
• Ability to read blueprints/rough layouts and interpret measurements.
• Ability to follow oral/written instructions and perform basic math.

Responsibilities

• Perform rough and finish carpentry work and facility repairs.
• Inspect regularly and perform preventative maintenance, including annual rehab of wooden roller coasters.
• Interpret work orders and follow directions to complete assignments.
• Troubleshoot repairs and construction problems; determine best methods.
• Make repairs to buildings, roofs, fences, walls, floors, doors, stairs, cabinets, etc.
• Fabricate new facilities and items per work orders; measure and select materials.
• Install carpet, vinyl and tile flooring materials.
• Dig ditches, rake, remove and install gravel.
• Adhere to safety policies and wear appropriate PPE.
• Report issues to Supervisor; assist in other maintenance trades.

Skills

Carpentry procedures

Blueprint reading

Math skills

Hand and power tools safety

Tools

CNC router programming

Job description

Six Flags Great America & Hurricane Harbor is seeking a skilled carpenter to participate in repair and maintenance of park rides and facilities using standard carpentry methods. You will work with a crew on rough and finish carpentry and facility repairs, indoors and outdoors, in all weather conditions.

This role requires reading blueprints, following work orders, using hand and power tools safely, and lifting up to 50 lbs.