Electrician Full-Time

Six Flags Great America & Hurricane Harbor; Gurnee (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Six Flags Great America & Hurricane Harbor is seeking an Electrician responsible for repairing and maintaining electrical equipment, lighting, wiring, and controls. The role includes installing or modifying electrical systems and assisting with park operations as needed.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED with trade certification and the ability to read schematics and use electrical testing tools.

Qualifications

• Troubleshoot electrical problems on rides, controls, and equipment.
• Read and interpret schematic wiring diagrams.
• Use testing instruments related to electrical work.

Responsibilities

• Repair, install and troubleshoot electrical wiring and lighting fixtures, controls, and equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance on electrical apparatus.
• Install or modify electrical systems and components.
• Update drawings and diagrams; assist in selecting components and materials.
• Support park operations tasks as needed.

Skills

Troubleshoot electrical systems

Read schematics

Install and repair components

Education

High School Diploma or GED with trade certification

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Six Flags Great America is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Electrician. The ideal candidate will have the knowledge and capability to repair and maintain existing electrical equipment, lighting fixtures, wiring and controls as well as the ability to install or modify electrical systems, controls and components.

Overview

Six Flags Great America is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Electrician. The ideal candidate will have the knowledge and capability to repair and maintain existing electrical equipment, lighting fixtures, wiring and controls as well as the ability to install or modify electrical systems, controls and components.

Responsibilities

Job Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Repair, install and troubleshoot electrical wiring systems, controls, lighting fixtures, kitchen equipment, heating systems, power stations, vehicles and ride equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance on all electrical apparatus.
• Install or modify electrical systems and components.
• Update drawings and schematic diagrams and assist in the selection of electrical components and material.
• Assist with Park Operation responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• High School Diploma or GED with a Trade School certification or currently in a trade program.
• Must be able to perform, or be willing to learn, the following:
  • Troubleshoot various electrical problems on rides, controls, and electrical equipment.
  • Install and bend all types of piping systems.
  • Work from schematic wiring diagrams.
  • Use testing instruments related to electrical work.
• Must be familiar with current electrical codes.
• Must provide hand tools for daily use.
• Must be able to climb and work at various heights and some heavy lifting may be required.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• This is a full-time position and the candidate must be willing to work varied shifts and flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays.