Full Time Ride Mechanic $33/Hour

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom; Vallejo (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom is seeking an experienced ride mechanic to maintain, erect, repair, and troubleshoot rides and attractions in accordance with Manufacturer and Engineering specifications to ensure safe and efficient operation.

You will perform visual inspections, preventative maintenance, and complex overhauls, working with a team in a fast-paced theme park environment, including night, weekend, and holiday shifts, while safely operating park vehicles as needed.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of related experience, team-focused.
• Must have tools and equipment to perform duties.
• Proficient in multiple trades: mechanical, electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics, automotive, welding/fabrication, and small engine repair.
• Must work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to troubleshoot clearly, calmly and safely in the presence of guests and coworkers.
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate forklifts, golf carts, cars, and trucks.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, erect, repair, and troubleshoot rides and attractions following specs.
• Perform visual inspections and preventative maintenance to ensure safe operation.
• Overhaul complex systems as needed to keep park safe and running.

Skills

Teamwork

Troubleshooting

Safety-conscious

Tools

Tools & equipment

Job description

Maintain, erect, repair, and troubleshoot rides and attractions, following Manufacturer and Engineering specifications to ensure their safe and efficient operation

Overview

Maintain, erect, repair, and troubleshoot rides and attractions, following Manufacturer and Engineering specifications to ensure their safe and efficient operation

Responsibilities

A ride mechanic's work is the invisible foundation of an amusement park's success, making a difference in countless ways that guests rarely notice . By performing constant visual inspections, preventative maintenance, and complex overhauls, these skilled technicians are the ultimate guardians of safety.

Qualifications

• Must have 1-2 years of related experience and be able to work well in team environment.
• Must have tools and equipment to perform required duties and skills as defined above.
• Possess skills and proficient knowledge in one or more trades, from the following: mechanical, electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics, automotive, and/or welding/fabricate on and small engine repair.
• Will be required to work various shifts as project and park needs dictate, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to troubleshoot clearly, calmly and safely in the presence of guests, co-workers, and park management in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver’s license and be able to operate vehicles (including but not limited to forklifts, golf carts, cars, trucks).