Facilities Technician — Rides & Attractions Maintenance

Merlin Entertainments; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Merlin Entertainments is hiring a Facilities Technician for LEGOLAND Discovery Center Arizona. You will work with an experienced facilities team to support daily operations and ensure clean, safe workspaces across shops, storage, and back-of-house areas.

You’ll perform preventive maintenance on rides and facility systems, respond to requests, troubleshoot issues, and assist with building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and lighting.

Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude and an interest in learning maintenance and facilities systems.
• Self-starter who takes initiative and works well independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Sense of urgency and ability to respond quickly to operational needs.
• Understanding of workplace safety practices and OSHA standards.
• Strong organizational skills and pride in maintaining clean and efficient work areas.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn in a hands-on environment.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside an experienced Facilities team to support the daily operation of LEGOLAND Discovery Center Arizona.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe workspaces, including maintenance shops, storage areas, and back-of-house locations.
• Perform preventive maintenance on rides, attractions, facility systems, and equipment to help ensure a safe and reliable guest experience.
• Respond to maintenance requests and emergent issues throughout the day, troubleshooting and resolving problems as they arise.
• Support the maintenance, repair, and upkeep of building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, lighting, and attraction equipment.
• Assist with the troubleshooting and maintenance of attraction technology, audio-visual equipment, exhibits, and guest-facing systems.
• Complete general facilities maintenance tasks such as painting, wall repairs, furniture assembly, door repairs, and light fixture maintenance.
• Install and replace facility components including light bulbs, projector lamps, data cables, computer outlets, and related equipment.
• Monitor building systems and identify, address, or report safety concerns, maintenance issues, and fire hazards.
• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment in accordance with company policies and OSHA safety standards.
• Support exhibit installations, special projects, shipping and receiving, and other operational needs as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Self-starter

Attention to detail

Sense of urgency

OSHA safety awareness

Organizational skills

Willingness to learn

Job description

Merlin Entertainments is hiring a Facilities Technician for LEGOLAND Discovery Center Arizona. You will work with an experienced facilities team to support daily operations and ensure clean, safe workspaces across shops, storage, and back-of-house areas.

You’ll perform preventive maintenance on rides and facility systems, respond to requests, troubleshoot issues, and assist with building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and lighting.