Attractions Maintenance Director

American Dream; East Rutherford (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment provider is seeking an Attractions Maintenance Director responsible for overseeing the maintenance and operation of attractions within a theme park and water park. This role requires a technical background in engineering, strong leadership skills, and a passion for providing safe and efficient experiences for guests and staff. The successful candidate will develop strategies to enhance operational efficiency and manage a skilled team.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in a technical field.
• 5+ years of Amusement Rides and/or Water Park experience.
• Extensive experience in organizational and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess and implement strategies for attractions maintenance and efficiency.
• Manage budgets and maintain working relationships with contractors.
• Ensure safety of all attractions and compliance with regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project Management

Efficiency Improvement

Technical Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System)

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Control, direct, and organize the strategy, administration and utilization of personnel and resources as assigned within the Attractions Technical Services department (Theme Park and Water Park).

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assess the current state of Parks and the Attractions Technical Services department to identify efficiencies and areas of opportunity.
• Implement short-, mid- and long-term strategies to address unforeseen closure of rides and improve efficiencies and overall turnaround time.
• Develop, maintain, implement, and monitor the operating attractions capital and annual budgets.
• Successfully, efficiently, and professionally create and maintain working relationships with contractors and vendors.
• Ensure that all attractions, facilities, and work environments are safe for our guest and employee use.
• Develop, implement, and oversee preventative maintenance programs.
• Address employee concerns. Motivate, discipline and reward employees
• Manage related capital projects to maintain budget and completion deadlines.
• Utilize company CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System) to maximize efficiency, maintain appropriate maintenance documentation
• Ensure overall safety of staff, Guests, and attractions.
• Reduce overall downtime of rides and equipment. Implement KPIs for improved efficiency and uptime.
• Provide positive and effective leadership through communication, motivation, and evaluation.
• Effective use of company resources to achieve organizational objectives (safety, revenue, cost management, efficiency, etc.)
• Provide outstanding internal and external service (Guest, inter-departmental, vendors/contractors, etc.)
• Oversee and partake as required inspection of rides, attractions and water systems located within Nickelodeon Universe and DreamWorks Water Park.
• Accurately complete and update documents and company records.
• Assist the purchasing function as needed
• Ensure employees are properly scheduled, trained, and assigned to achieve quality results
• Develop and implement onboarding and ongoing training programs for technicians
• Maintain and foster positive relations with governing bodies (DCA, Bergen Health, NJSEA, etc.)
• Develop and track annual rebuild schedules, ensuring all manufacturer and state requirements are met
• Maintain Safety certifications through ASTM recognized national organizations (NAARSO, AIMS, etc.).
• Regular, reliable, and consistent attendance
• Additional duties as assigned.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent field. Master's degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in a technical field.
• Extensive experience in interviewing, training, scheduling, discipline, and performance management for a staff of at least four subordinates.
• 5+ years of Amusement Rides and/or Water Park experience.
• Effective reading, writing, mathematical and communication skills.
• Proficient use of computer programs and CMMS utilizing work processing and database software.
• Specific knowledge of principles and practices of rides, facility, and equipment maintenance.
• General knowledge in the following disciplines: hydraulics, welding, machining, plumbing, carpentry, electronics, and PLCs.
• Excellent skills in both verbal and written communications.
• Proficiency in organizational, interpersonal, project management, computer and training skills required.

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Perform repetitive motion- Frequently- 50% of time
• Stand and move- Frequently - 80 % of time
• Reach at, above or below shoulder level-Frequently 50% of time.
• Kneel and bend- Infrequently 15% of time
• Stoop/squat- Infrequently 15% of time
• Lift/carry between 10-75 lbs. Frequently 10% of time
• Able to work at heights between 10-220 ft Infrequently 20 % of the time.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Entertainment Providers

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