Entry Level Carpenter $22.00/HR

Six Flags; Vallejo (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Six Flags in Vallejo, CA is seeking a hands-on Carpenter to maintain and repair rides and park facilities. You will apply carpentry and construction skills to build, repair, and troubleshoot structures, perform inspections, and ensure safety and quality in a fast-paced park environment.

The role requires reading blueprints, using hand and power tools, and the ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Experience with carpentry procedures and building codes.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret layouts.
• Proficient in basic math and measurement.
• Must read and understand English.
• California valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Willing to work weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.
• Must be physically able to lift at least 50 pounds and operate at heights.

Responsibilities

• Support the team with reliable, quality workmanship to maintain safe rides and facilities.
• Build and repair structures as needed to keep park attractions safe and functional.
• Troubleshoot issues and perform routine inspections of rides and park infrastructure.
• Read blueprints and interpret layouts to guide construction and repairs.

Skills

Carpentry

Blueprint reading

Math skills

Tool safety

English proficiency

Tools

Table saw

Drill press

Band saw

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Overview:

Bring your craftsmanship to life in a dynamic, fast-paced park environment! In this hands-on role, you’ll help keep rides and facilities running safely and looking great by applying your carpentry and construction skills to real-world challenges. From building and repairing structures to troubleshooting issues and performing inspections, no two days are the same. If you enjoy working with your hands, solving problems, and being part of a team that keeps the park experience seamless and exciting for Guests, this is the job for you!

Responsibilities:

You’ll make a difference by supporting the team with reliable, quality workmanship—helping maintain safe, well-functioning rides and facilities.

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 be able to read, write and understand English.

• Must possess a CA valid driver’s license.

• 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.

• Must be 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, lift and carry a minimum of 50 pounds.

• Must be able to reach overhead.

• Must be able to safely perform work functions at heights in excess of 100 feet.

Cedar Fair Entertainment Company is an equal opportunity employer. A work permit may be required for associates under the age of 18. Applicants must be legally eligible for employment in the United States and in accordance with state laws. Cedar Fair also conducts background checks on all applicants 18 years of age and older.