Amusement Rides Maintenance Carpenter

Six Flags Great America & Hurricane Harbor

McHenry (IL)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 39,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

Six Flags Great America & Hurricane Harbor in Illinois seeks a skilled Maintenance Carpenter to support ride and facility upkeep. You will perform rough and finish carpentry, inspect and maintain wooden coaster facilities, and follow detailed work orders to ensure safe, high-quality repairs.

The role requires reading blueprints, operating hand and power tools, and working outdoors in varying conditions, including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

  • Experience in rough and finish carpentry.
  • Ability to read blueprints and layouts.
  • Ability to climb and work at heights.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Ability to work in all weather and weekends.
  • Familiarity with safety policies.

Responsibilities

  • Work as part of assigned crew performing rough and finish carpentry and facility repairs.
  • Perform inspections and preventative maintenance on wooden coasters and facilities.
  • Interpret and follow written work orders and verbal instructions.
  • Troubleshoot repairs and determine best methods.
  • Make repairs to buildings, roofs, fences, walls, flooring, doors, stairs, carpet, fixtures, etc.
  • Fabricate shelves, framing, enclosures, fences, ramps, stairs, storage units, cabinets per work orders.
  • Install carpet, vinyl and tile flooring materials.
  • Dig ditches, rake, remove and install gravel, etc.
  • Adhere to safety policies; wear appropriate safety equipment.
  • Report any work order problems to the Supervisor.
  • Assist in other Maintenance and Construction trades as needed.
  • Other duties as requested.

Skills

Carpentry methods
Blueprint reading
Tool safety
Driver's license
High work at heights
CNC router familiarity

Tools

Table saw
Drill press
Band saw

Job description

Six Flags Great America & Hurricane Harbor in Illinois seeks a skilled Maintenance Carpenter to support ride and facility upkeep. You will perform rough and finish carpentry, inspect and maintain wooden coaster facilities, and follow detailed work orders to ensure safe, high-quality repairs.

The role requires reading blueprints, operating hand and power tools, and working outdoors in varying conditions, including weekends and holidays.

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