Electrical Controls Technician

Six Flags; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at an iconic amusement park as an Electrical Controls Technician! This role is essential for maintaining the thrill of our rides, ensuring safety and reliability through advanced PLC programming and troubleshooting. You will work in a vibrant environment, collaborating with various teams to enhance guest experiences. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the excitement of working in a fun-filled atmosphere. If you have a passion for engineering and a knack for problem-solving, this is the perfect opportunity to elevate your career while enjoying the perks of park access and exclusive events.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with matching

Paid time off

Weekly pay

Free admission for you and a guest

Annual complimentary tickets

Exclusive employee events

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Electrical Engineering or related field required.
• Experience with PLC programming and troubleshooting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and optimize control systems for roller coasters and attractions.
• Develop, troubleshoot, and document PLC programs for safety and performance.

Skills

PLC Programming

Troubleshooting

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Associate degree in Electrical Engineering

Automation Technology

Tools

HMI Systems

SCADA Systems

Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Modicon

Job description

Fiesta Texas
Six Flags Fiesta Texas
17000 W I-10
San Antonio, TX 78257, USA

Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Rate: Hourly, Based on Experience
Category: Maintenance
Location: Six Flags Fiesta Texas in San Antonio, Texas

WHAT WE PROVIDE:

Join our team at Six Flags Fiesta Texas in an exciting, year-round position. We offer a competitive hourly rate and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and 401(k) with matching. You'll also enjoy weekly pay, nationwide park access with free admission for you and a guest, annual complimentary tickets for friends and family, exclusive employee events, and a thrilling work environment.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

As an Electrical Controls Technician, you will maintain and optimize control systems for our roller coasters and park attractions, focusing on safety, performance, and reliability. Your role will include but is not limited to, PLC programming, troubleshooting, and collaboration with various teams to ensure top-notch operational standards for our guests.

HOW YOU WILL DO IT:

• Programming & Troubleshooting: Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC programs specific to amusement ride control systems, ensuring both safety and peak performance.
• Maintenance & Repair: Conduct regular maintenance, diagnose, and resolve issues in PLC-controlled systems on roller coasters and other attractions, minimizing downtime.
• Safety & Compliance: Adhere to regulatory safety standards and Six Flags’ high safety benchmarks, closely partnering with Maintenance and Safety teams.
• System Monitoring: Use HMI and SCADA systems for real-time monitoring, data collection, and analysis to assess attraction performance and system health.
• Documentation: Accurately document all maintenance, programming updates, and diagnostics; create reports on ride performance and maintenance activities.
• Team Collaboration: Work alongside ride engineering and maintenance teams to provide support, training, and expert troubleshooting.
• Emergency Support: Be on-call for urgent troubleshooting and repairs, ensuring guest safety and minimal downtime for attractions. Conduct downtime calls with electrical and mechanical teams during park operation.
• Energy Management system: Maintenance and implement EMS system to control park A/C, lighting and all park components.
• HVAC: Support of HVAC control troubleshooting.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED:

• Education & Experience: Associate degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Technology, or related field; experience with amusement rides preferred.
• Technical Skills: Advanced knowledge of PLC programming languages (e.g., Ladder Logic, Function Block, Structured Text) and hands-on experience with control systems such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, or Modicon.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to read electrical schematics, blueprints, and programming documentation.
• Experience with HMI/SCADA Systems: Familiarity with HMI and SCADA systems for detailed monitoring and control of complex equipment.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Strong ability to diagnose and resolve complex control system issues effectively.
• Communication Skills: Clear and effective communicator for team collaboration and accurate documentation.
• Preferred: Experience with safety and control networks such as Ethernet/IP, Modbus, or Profibus.
• Preferred: Background in amusement ride maintenance or related fields.
• Flexibility to work varying shifts, including weekends and holidays, to support park operations.

Factors

Education

Associate degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Technology, or a related field required.

Experience

Requires relevant experience in PLC programming, troubleshooting, and maintenance. Experience with amusement rides preferred.

Complexity of Duties

Involves complex problem-solving, programming, and troubleshooting tasks to ensure the safe and reliable operation of control systems for high-performance amusement rides and attractions.

Supervision

Works independently with minimal supervision; collaborates closely with engineering, safety, and maintenance teams to complete tasks.

Errors/Safety

Errors in programming or troubleshooting could directly impact guest and employee safety. Strict adherence to safety protocols is critical to prevent accidents and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Contact with Others

Frequent interaction with team members across departments, including maintenance, engineering, and safety teams; occasional communication with park leadership regarding system performance and reliability.

Confidential Data

Maintains confidentiality of technical schematics, programming codes, and diagnostic reports, adhering to company policy for proprietary and safety-sensitive information.

Visual and Mental Demand

Requires sharp visual acuity for reading schematics and assessing equipment; high mental focus for troubleshooting and solving complex control system issues, often under time constraints.

Physical Demand

Must be able to stand, walk, and move throughout the park for extended periods. Regular climbing, bending, crouching, and crawling are required to access and inspect roller coaster components and control panels. Must lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly, and up to 75 pounds occasionally. High degree of manual dexterity needed for handling tools and controls.

Working Conditions

Primarily outdoor work with exposure to various weather conditions, including high temperatures, rain, and wind. Must be comfortable working at heights, in confined spaces, and around moving machinery and loud noises.

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties when circumstances (e.g., emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs, or technological developments) dictate. Six Flags is a Drug Free Equal Opportunity Employer.