Animation Technician

Cedar Point; Amherst (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedar Point is seeking an Animation Technician to inspect and repair animatronics, ride lighting, and ride show elements at our park in Ohio. You will adapt to a wide variety of projects, including pneumatic systems and prop controllers, and conduct on-site repairs alongside licensed technicians.

You will join a dynamic team, gain hands-on experience, and play a key role in delivering memorable guest experiences while upholding safety standards and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must join Laborers Union.
• Must provide own hand tools.
• Basic understanding of electrical equipment and pneumatic systems.
• Experience with animatronics and animatronic prop controllers preferred.
• Able to work at heights: catwalks, lifts, cranes, scaffolding, structures.
• Willing to work varying shifts including nights, weekends, holidays.

Responsibilities

• Make our guests happy by delivering amazing experiences and helping them create lifelong memories.
• Interact with people of all ages and backgrounds.
• Gain skills, knowledge and experience that will benefit your future.

Skills

Driver's license

Hand tools

Electrical basics

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

As an Animation Technician, you'll inspect and repair the animatronics, ride lighting, and ride show elements at Cedar Point. You'll also..

• Adapt to a wide variety of projects including pneumatic systems, prop controllers, waterpark equipment, animatronic systems, fiberglass, welding, fog systems and much more.
• Be responsible for the inspection, on-site repair, and general troubleshooting of these systems.
• Work under the supervision of the full-time technicians, foreman, and supervisor to grow your skills as a team member

Overview:

As an Animation Technician, you'll inspect and repair the animatronics, ride lighting, and ride show elements at Cedar Point. You'll also..

• Adapt to a wide variety of projects including pneumatic systems, prop controllers, waterpark equipment, animatronic systems, fiberglass, welding, fog systems and much more.
• Be responsible for the inspection, on-site repair, and general troubleshooting of these systems.
• Work under the supervision of the full-time technicians, foreman, and supervisor to grow your skills as a team member

Responsibilities:

Cedar Point provides premiere entertainment with 200+ acres of FUN and we want YOU to join us in making people happy. As a member of our team, you’ll…

• Make our guests happy by delivering amazing experiences and helping them create lifelong memories.
• Interact with different people of all ages and backgrounds.
• Gain skills, knowledge and experience that will benefit your future.

Qualifications:

• High school graduate or GED.
• Must have valid driver’s license.
• Must join Laborers Union.
• Must provide own hand tools.
• Basic understanding of electrical equipment and pneumatic systems.
• Experience with animatronics and animatronic prop controllers preferred.
• Able to work at heights including catwalks, aerial lifts, crane baskets, scaffolding, and structure climb.
• Willing to work various shifts and days with the ability to work nights, weekends, and holiday periods to meet business needs.