Facilities Apprentice

Urban Air Adventure Parks; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A leading indoor adventure park in Chicago is seeking a Facilities Apprentice to maintain the appearance and safety of attractions. The role involves various duties including safety inspections, attraction maintenance, and facility upkeep. The ideal candidate should be self-motivated with a high school diploma. This position requires standing and maneuvering heavy objects in a fast-paced environment for approx. 15–25 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Minimum of one (1) year related experience and/or training.
• Some knowledge of amusement equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe work environment and assist managers with safety rules.
• Perform daily, weekly & monthly safety inspections.
• Assist with the repair and maintenance of the park attractions.

Skills

Knowledge of safe operation for common power tools and equipment

Basic working knowledge of hand tools & repairs

Ability to maneuver heavy objects up to 50 lbs.

General knowledge of related OSHA regulations and safety practices

Ability to climb ladders

Ability to wear personal protective gear

Education

High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Facilities Apprentice role is responsible for the maintenance and appearance of all the attractions and facility. Additionally, this position completes safety inspections and training. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and can work varied shifts (including occasional overnight shifts) in a fast-paced environment. Approximately 15‑25 hrs/wk.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Safety

• Maintain a safe work environment and assist managers to ensure staff adheres to all safety rules
• Perform daily, weekly & monthly inspections
• Enforce safety regulations, brand standards and procedures throughout the park
• Perform safety related training for staff
• Follow all health and safety guidelines

Attraction Maintenance

• Maintain accurate documentation of repairs and parts inventory
• Assist with the repair of equipment, troubleshooting issues, and maintenance of the Park/attractions in superior working order
• Maintain adequate supply of tools and machinery
• Read and interpret diagnostics from manual
• Advise General Manager on any problems and/or potential problems discovered during maintenance of attractions

Facility Maintenance

• Repair & clean third party vending throughout facility
• Assist in quarterly deep cleaning projects (late evenings and overnight hours)
• Assist in upkeep & cleaning standards of kitchen equipment
• Maintain, clean, and organize stock & work areas
• Clean Park floors utilizing designated floor scrubber and cleaning solution(s)
• Clean attractions to eliminate unwanted debris/dust
• Spot clean walls and windows using designated cleaning solution(s)
• Maintain adequate stock of equipment and supplies
• Perform seasonal outdoor facilities upkeep (pick up debris, leaves and snow removal, salting)
• Perform other related duties as assigned

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED); and minimum of one (1) year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Some knowledge of amusement equipment is preferred but not required
• Basic working knowledge of hand tools & repairs
• General knowledge of related OSHA regulations and safety practices
• Knowledge of safe operation for common power tools and equipment
• Ability to climb ladders
• Work at heights 20’ with proper safety equipment
• Stand for long periods of time
• Maneuver heavy objects up to 50 lbs.
• Work independently
• Complete background check
• Provide 3-5 professional references
• Work in noisy, fast-paced environment with distracting conditions
• This position is very active and requires standing, kneeling, bending, walking, reaching above shoulder, pushing, and pulling
• Ability to wear personal protective gear
• While performing the duties of this job, the Safety/Manager is regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, see, reach, stoop, kneel, climb, and use hands and fingers to operate various tools (i.e. drills, ladders, chemicals, etc.).

If this is you, apply now!

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.

ABOUT URBAN AIR ADVENTURE PARKS

Urban Air is the pre‑eminent indoor adventure park and the market leader in location‑based entertainment. The Dallas‑based entertainment company pioneered the adventure park concept and is the largest adventure park operator in the world. Urban Air's purpose is to help kids have fun and aim higher, achieving those things that they never thought they could do.

Urban Air Coon Rapids is an equal opportunity employer.