Amusement Ride Maintenance Technician

Kings Dominion; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks paid vacation (6 sick days, 8 

Several medical coverage options tofit

401K match

FREE entry to ALL Six Flags parks

Yearly maintenance appreciate week

Complimentary tickets for friends and 

Discounts on food and park merchandise

Full-time employee events and gather

Job summary

Kings Dominion in Virginia is seeking a Ride Maintenance Mechanic to perform inspections, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of diverse amusement rides and equipment. You will work on gearboxes, chains, hydraulics, pneumatics, wire rope, hoists, brakes and bearings, with emphasis on safe heights and precise documentation.

The role requires 2–4 years in mechanical maintenance, willingness to work varied shifts, including nights and holidays, and compliance with all safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• 2 to 4 years of verifiable experience in mechanical maintenance, preferably in an industrial or amusement setting.
• Working knowledge of basic mechanical principles such as gear ratios, torque, proper use of common hand tools, common mechanical nomenclature, etc.
• Familiarity with common types of bearings, bushings, couplers, shafting and similar power transmission components.
• Demonstrable knowledge of the fundamental principles of either pneumatic systems or hydraulic systems; preferably both.
• Carpentry experience a plus
• Ability to work cooperatively with others in a fast paced and sometimes stressful environment.
• Ability to work safely and effectively while elevated on ladders, platforms, or other structures at heights up to 300 feet above ground.
• Ability to work nights, weekends and holiday periods to meet business needs.
• ValidState Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily, weekly, monthly, annual, and other required inspections of amusement rides and related equipment as assigned; taking corrective actions as issues are identified.
• Inspections are visual as well as auditory.
• Performs scheduled and unscheduled preventative maintenance, inspects, repairs and tests amusement rides and related equipment.
• This may include repair or replacement of major components such as hydraulic cylinders, gears, chains, sprockets, pneumatic cylinders, hoses, brakes, clutches, wheels, bearings, gearboxes, springs, or a wide variety of other mechanical devices.
• Trouble shoots a variety of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical systems and takes appropriate corrective actions.
• Properly follows all repair procedures and maintains accurate documentation of all repairs.
• Maintains orderly and accurate records of all required inspections and work performed, and submits required paperwork to supervision in a timely manner.
• Maintains all assigned equipment in a safe and ready condition according to all applicable codes, laws, rules, company policies, and best practices.
• Works safely and efficiently on all assigned tasks, coordinates with other as necessary to achieve desired results.
• Reads, understands and applies information from manufacturer's manuals for service, repair and or component replacement.
• Accurately reads blue prints (mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic).
• Provides guest service according to Six Flags' standards when serving the guest or working with subordinates, including initiating guest interactions, answering questions and giving directions.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Read blueprints

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Kings Dominion in Virginia is seeking a Ride Maintenance Mechanic to perform inspections, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of diverse amusement rides and equipment. You will work on gearboxes, chains, hydraulics, pneumatics, wire rope, hoists, brakes and bearings, with emphasis on safe heights and precise documentation.

The role requires 2–4 years in mechanical maintenance, willingness to work varied shifts, including nights and holidays, and compliance with all safety standards.