Carpenter 3

Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Hersheypark admission

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) contribution

Paid time off

Job summary

Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company in Hershey, PA is seeking a Carpenter Third Class to join our maintenance team. The role involves on-site carpentry, safety compliance, and collaboration with park operations to support Hersheypark and related venues.

This union position requires at least three years of carpentry experience, must pass drug test and physical, and offers competitive wages, full benefits, and opportunities to grow within the Hershey Entertainment complex.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Three years of verifiable carpentry experience; trade school may substitute for one year.
• Post-offer physical exam required and pre-employment drug test required.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspections of wooden coasters.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Assist with Hersheypark, Hersheypark Arena, and Hersheypark Stadium operations as needed.
• Complete work in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Carpentry basics

Shop tools

Safety procedures

Independence

Education

Carpentry trade experience

Job description

Hersheypark amusement park spans 121-acres, and welcomes guests to experience Hersheypark Happy all year long! As the largest amusement park in Pennsylvania, Hersheypark is home to more than 70 rides including 15 coasters and 20+ kiddie rides, as well as a zoo, and an entire water park.

Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company (HE&R) is an award-winning entertainment & hospitality organization with properties including: Hersheypark, The Hotel Hershey, Hershey Lodge, Giant Center, Restaurants, and more. Our team members share a common goal of upholding the legacy of our founder, Milton S. Hershey, while striving to live by our company's Core Values: Devoted to the Legacy, Selfless Spirit of Service, Team Focused, and Respectful of Others. Hershey Entertainment & Resorts is committed to cultivating diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce, marketplace, and community, and is proud to help fulfill the dream of our founder by providing value to Milton Hershey School.

As a Full-Time Team Member, you will enjoy sweet perks like FREE admission to Hersheypark, discounts, and more as soon as you receive your Employee ID! Your total compensation consists not only of the wage that you are paid, but also includes Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage beginning the first day of the next month after you begin working, 401K Contribution, paid time off, and so much more!

Job Duties (Duties marked with an asterisk are essential functions of this job):

Carpenter Third Class may be required to do one or all of the following tasks depending on the assigned job:

• Perform daily inspections of wooden coasters
• Follow all safety policies and procedures
• Assist as needed or required with any aspect of Hersheypark, Hersheypark Arena, and Hersheypark Stadium operations
• Complete work in a timely manner
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must have a valid Driver’s License
• Three years of verifiable work experience in the Carpentry trade (Completion of trade school related training will be considered in lieu of one year of work experience.)
• This position requires successful completion and passing of the post-offer employment physical exam.
• This position is designated as Safety Sensitive and requires successful completion and passing of a pre-employment drug test.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Basic knowledge of shop machines and hand tools
• Basic knowledge of trade materials and carpentry procedures
• Ability to pass a written and verbal trade test
• Ability to work without constant direction and supervision

Job Demands

• Must be able to supply own hand tools
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. safely
• Must have the ability to climb and work at heights in excess of 100 feet
• 20% of work will be completed in the carpentry shop, while 80% is completed on-site throughout the Hershey Entertainment Complex
• Able to operate special equipment such as a fork truck, dump truck, high reach, air compressor, and other related equipment
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions
• This is a Union position and the work schedule will be based on union seniority. Candidates must be able to meet scheduled requirements, which will most likely require evening and weekend hours.

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Hershey Entertainment and Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.