Idlewild and SoakZone: Electrician

0911 Festival Fun Parks, LLC; United States; Presencial; USD 65 000 - 90 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Idlewild and SoakZone are seeking an Electrician to support maintenance and construction leadership, ensuring safe, reliable park operations. This guest‑facing role requires strong electrical expertise, PLC knowledge, and the ability to troubleshoot complex systems while adhering to safety standards.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in electrical maintenance, experience with control systems, and the stamina to work flexible hours.

Qualificações

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• 5+ years of electrical maintenance or electrician experience.
• 3+ years of control/PLC experience (preferred).
• 3+ years of power distribution experience (preferred).
• Fluent English; Spanish or other languages a plus.
• 18+ years old to meet labor laws.

Responsabilidades

• Perform expert electrical maintenance for rides, attractions, and facilities.
• Respond to electrical issues; troubleshoot and repair safely.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA, and company policies.
• Develop knowledge in PLCs, motors, drives, switches, sensors.
• Maintain electrical services to park buildings and structures.
• Conduct periodic inspections to identify issues.
• Assist in setup of special park events.
• Research trends to stay current with electrical products.
• Notify leadership of safety hazards or escalated issues.
• Maintain storage areas, shops, and mechanical spaces.
• Operate trucks, forklifts, and other equipment.
• Use testing equipment, welding tools, and other trades gear.
• Perform routine admin tasks for the Maintenance department.
• Assist other maintenance and trades team members.
• All other duties as assigned by maintenance or park leadership.

Conhecimentos

Electrical maintenance

PLC experience

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Blueprints & schematics

Team communication

Formação académica

High school diploma or GED

Trade school certificate

Technical degree

Ferramentas

Electrical testing equipment

Welding equipment

Forklift operation

Pneumatic & hydraulic tools

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Our story began 75 years ago when the Herschend family discovered wonder deep in an Ozark Mountain cave-and chose to share it with the world. Today, Herschend is the largest family-held themed attractions company, with over 40 leading attractions and immersive experiences that reach audiences worldwide.

While each brand offers something unique, all are united by a shared purpose: Bringing Families Closer Together by Creating Memories Worth Repeating® . Our passionate hosts make this purpose possible through everyday acts of love and service-what we call Heartspitality®-the intersection of heart and hospitality.

As an equal-opportunity employer, we strive to provide environments where every host, guest, and partner feel welcome, valued, and loved. We firmly believe that words and actions matter, which is why all individuals are to be treated equally and with respect.

The Electrician provides support to all maintenance and construction leadership to ensure a successful park operation. This position is guest facing and has consistent interaction with all team members in order to complete tasks in a timely manner.

We are currently looking for a:

Idlewild and SoakZone: Electrician

Roles & Responsibilities

• Perform expert electrical maintenance for all rides, attraction, food stand, stages, and CCTV throughout the entire facility
• Respond to electrical-related issues in a timely manner; troubleshoot and repair any electrical problems in a safe and effective manner
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and company policies and regulations, including those established by OSHA, NFPA, etc.
• Develop strong practical knowledge and skills in the areas of electrical/electronic maintenance and repair , including PLC's, Motors, Drives, Switches, Sensors
• Maintain electrical services to park buildings and other structures
• Conduct periodic inspections of electrical services to proactively identify issues
• Participate in the setup of special park events (e.g. holiday lights, concerts , etc )
• Research new trend s and advances in electrical products to help remain current with emerging technologies
• Promptly notify maintenance and/or park leadership of any escalated maintenance issues or safety hazards
• Maintain all storage areas, shops, and mechanical areas in a clean, safe, organized, and secure manner
• Safely operate company owned trucks, forklifts, and other equipment
• Safely and effectively utilize standard electrical maintenance equipment and hand tools, vehicles, hydraulic benders, ladders and scaffolding, electrical testing equipment, welding equipment, torches, park rides, telephone, hand-held two-way radio, and manlift/forklift
• Perform routin e administrative tasks for the Maintenance department , including ordering materials
• Assist all other Maintenance and trades team members with completing maintenance projects
• All other duties and projects assigned by Maintenance or Park leadership

Education and Experience

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent
• 3 + years of college, trade school, or technical degree preferred highly desired ; Equivalent work experience will also be considered
• 5+ years of previous work experience in electrical maintenance or as an electrician
• 3+ years of control / PLC experience, preferred
• 3+ years of power distribution, preferred
• Language: Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English; Spanish or other bilingual language skills are a plus.

Requirements

• Must be at least 1 8 years of age to comply with Pennsylvania Child Labor Laws
• Ability to work flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, open to close
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work for your scheduled shift
• Must possess a valid driver's license and a good driving record
• Must be safety conscious and adhere to all safety protocols, including the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when required.
• Ability to interact with other team members, guests, contractors, and suppliers in a positive, professional manner
• Ability to troubleshoot issues clearly, calmly, and safely, while in the presence of guests and fellow team members
• Ability to read and comprehend ride maintenance manuals, blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings
• Must possess a g eneral understanding of standard maintenance practices and procedures for electrical, carpentry, and plumbing trades
• Must have solid understanding of and be able to apply the concepts of the National Electrician's Code (NEC) for all work projects
• Previous experience with welding and soldering techniques, highly desired
• Ability to work with varying voltages up to and including 13,000 volts
• Ability to troubleshoot simple to complex electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems / circuits with a high degree of precision.
• Ability to create material take off, layout projects, and install components according to drawings.
• Ability to terminate all types of cable with different type