Carpenter- Full-Time- $24/HR

Six Flags Great America & Hurricane Harbor; Gurnee (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Six Flags Great America & Hurricane Harbor is seeking a qualified Maintenance Carpenter to participate in repair and upkeep of park rides and facilities. The role involves rough and finish carpentry, daily and preventive maintenance, and work at heights with fall protection.

Applicants should read blueprints, interpret work orders, and perform precise carpentry tasks across diverse park facilities. Candidates must be capable of operating common carpentry tools, following safety policies, and

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of carpentry procedures and methods.
• Working knowledge of building codes.
• Able to follow oral and written instructions.
• Read blueprints and rough layouts; perform basic math.

Responsibilities

• Perform rough and finish carpentry on park buildings and facilities.
• Execute daily, weekly, monthly inspections and routine preventative maintenance; rehab at height.
• Follow work orders and instructions to complete assignments.
• Troubleshoot repairs and construction problems to determine best approach.
• Make repairs to buildings, roofs, fences, walls, floors, doors, stairs, and fixtures.

Skills

Carpentry

Safety procedures

Blueprint reading

Tool operation

Problem solving

Tools

Table saw

Drill press

Band saw

Job description

Overview

Participate in the repair and maintenance of park rides and facilities using standard carpentry and construction methods.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of assigned crew performing rough and finish carpentry work and facility repairs
• Perform daily, weekly, monthly inspections, and routine preventative maintenance as well as annual rehab/ rebu ild on wooden roller coaster s in volving work at extreme heights and angles, and working in a fall protection harness
• Interpret and follow written work orders and/ or verbal instructions in order to complete assignments
• Troubleshoot repairs and construction problems to determine best work method
• Make a variety of repairs including repairs to buildings, roofs, fences, gate s , walls, flooring, doors, stairs, carpet, fixtures, etc.
• Fabricate new facilities and items as assigned including shelves, framing, enclosures, fences, ramps, stairs, storage units, cabinets, etc.; make proper measurements and determine materials to be used; fabricate items to work order specifications
• Install carpet, vinyl and tile flooring materials
• Dig ditches, rake, remove and install gravel, etc.
• Adhere to all departmental and company safety policies; wear appropriate safety equipment as required
• Report any work order problems to the Supervisor
• Assist in other Maintenance and Construction trades as needed
• Other duties as requested

Qualifications

• Should possess a thorough operational understanding of carpentry procedures and methods as well as a working knowledge of building codes
• Must possess a working knowledge of the safe use of hand and power tools and large power equipment including table saw, drill press, band saw, etc.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license as defined by Six Flags policy
• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions
• Must be able to read blueprints and interpret rough layouts or sketches, must possess basic math skills
• Must be able to work both indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, able to work varied schedules to include weekends, holidays, and overtime as required by the operational needs of the Park
• Must possess the mental and physical capacities necessary to safely perform the job duties; must be able to stand, walk, climb stairs and ladders, bend, kneel, squat, twist, push and pull and lift and carry a minimum of 50 lbs.; must be able to reach overhead
• Must be able to safely perform work functions at heights in excess of 100ft
• Familiarity with CNC router programing and operation a plus