Full-Time Ride Mechanic Technician - $34.00 - $39.00/Hr.

Six Flags Corp; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Six Flags Corp is seeking a qualified Ride Mechanic in California to perform preventive maintenance, repairs, and overhauls on amusement park rides. The role requires troubleshooting, hydraulics, gearboxes, pneumatics, and millwright work, plus the ability to climb and inspect ride structures.

The ideal candidate will have a valid CA driver’s license, a high school diploma or GED, and vocational certifications.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of the operational aspects of machinery components.
• valid California Driver's License and High School Diploma or GED.
• A basic set of hand tools.
• Ability to work a variety of shifts, including weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Ability to perform physical activities such as climbing, crawling, and lifting on ride structures.
• Vocational or technical trade certifications.
• English communication skills (reading, writing, speaking) and ability to keep accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance, repairs, and overhauls of amusement park rides and devices, and assist in other park repairs as needed by supervision.
• Troubleshoot and perform general maintenance of mechanical devices and vehicles to ensure proper function and safety.
• Work with hydraulics, gearboxes, pneumatics, conveyors and perform millwright work.
• Climb/inspect track and ride structures for safety and reliability.

Skills

Machinery knowledge

English communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational/technical certifications

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Job Summary

The Maintenance Department is currently seeking a qualified individual to provide skilled technical services as a Ride Mechanic. This position falls under our agreement with the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, AFL-CIO, District Lodge No. 947 and would be subject to the terms of the contract.

Responsibilities

Activities include:

• Performing preventative maintenance, repairs, and overhauls of amusement park rides and devices. Must also be willing and able to perform and/or assist in other Park repairs and maintenance that is deemed necessary by Supervision.
• Troubleshooting and/or perform general maintenance of mechanical devices and vehicles to assure proper function and safety.
• Working with hydraulics, gearboxes, pneumatics, and conveyors, and performing millwright work.
• Climbing/Inspecting track and structure.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate must possess:

• Basic knowledge of the operational aspects of machinery components.
• A valid California Driver's License and High School Diploma or valid GED.
• A basic set of hand tools.
• Ability to work a variety of shifts, including weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Ability to perform various physical activities, such as climbing, crawling, and lifting, from various heights on ride structures.
• Vocational or technical trade certifications.
• Demonstrate communication skills in English (reading, writing, and speaking), and ability to keep accurate written records.