Amusement Ride Technician & Maintenance Specialist

Six Flags Corp

Santa Clarita (CA)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Six Flags Corp is seeking a qualified Ride Mechanic in California to perform preventive maintenance, repairs, and overhauls on amusement park rides. The role requires troubleshooting, hydraulics, gearboxes, pneumatics, and millwright work, plus the ability to climb and inspect ride structures.

The ideal candidate will have a valid CA driver’s license, a high school diploma or GED, and vocational certifications.

Qualifications

  • Basic knowledge of the operational aspects of machinery components.
  • valid California Driver's License and High School Diploma or GED.
  • A basic set of hand tools.
  • Ability to work a variety of shifts, including weekends, nights, and holidays.
  • Ability to perform physical activities such as climbing, crawling, and lifting on ride structures.
  • Vocational or technical trade certifications.
  • English communication skills (reading, writing, speaking) and ability to keep accurate records.

Responsibilities

  • Perform preventive maintenance, repairs, and overhauls of amusement park rides and devices, and assist in other park repairs as needed by supervision.
  • Troubleshoot and perform general maintenance of mechanical devices and vehicles to ensure proper function and safety.
  • Work with hydraulics, gearboxes, pneumatics, conveyors and perform millwright work.
  • Climb/inspect track and ride structures for safety and reliability.

Skills

Machinery knowledge
English communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED
Vocational/technical certifications

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Six Flags Corp is seeking a qualified Ride Mechanic in California to perform preventive maintenance, repairs, and overhauls on amusement park rides. The role requires troubleshooting, hydraulics, gearboxes, pneumatics, and millwright work, plus the ability to climb and inspect ride structures.

The ideal candidate will have a valid CA driver’s license, a high school diploma or GED, and vocational certifications.

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