Lead Attractions Maintenance & Engineering

Merlin; Harmonville (PA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Merlin Magic Pass

Excellent Health Care Options

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k) Program

Tuition Reimbursement Programs

Job summary

Merlin Entertainments Group seeks a Technical Manager to oversee maintenance of attractions, rides, and related facilities. You will lead a team of technicians, coordinate preventive and reactive maintenance, and ensure safety standards while maintaining guest experience and budgetary constraints.

Responsibilities include supervising HVAC, electrical, and mechanical systems, planning upgrades, and ensuring inspections and compliance are met across all operations and locations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; two years of technical college preferred.
• Minimum of three years managerial experience in a technical/themed environment.
• Experience in animation, automation, hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical/electronics, and networks.
• Guest-centric service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and troubleshoot all facility systems including HVAC, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, plumbing, rides and attractions.
• Minimize downtime and ensure optimal guest experience through hands-on problem solving.
• Oversee lighting, painting, equipment handling, and exhibit setup/takedown as needed.
• Ensure inspections are scheduled, paperwork completed, and compliance followed.
• Lead and develop a team of technicians to maintain safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Adapt to high-pressure, budget-constrained environments while prioritizing tasks.

Skills

Electrical/electronics

HVAC

Rides maintenance

Team leadership

Problem solving

Maintenance planning

Education

High school diploma / GED

Technical college (2 years) preferred

3+ years managerial experience in a technical/themed environment

Job description

Merlin Entertainments Group seeks a Technical Manager to oversee maintenance of attractions, rides, and related facilities. You will lead a team of technicians, coordinate preventive and reactive maintenance, and ensure safety standards while maintaining guest experience and budgetary constraints.

Responsibilities include supervising HVAC, electrical, and mechanical systems, planning upgrades, and ensuring inspections and compliance are met across all operations and locations.