Maintenance Mechanic

Great Escape and Great Escape Lodge; Town of Queensbury (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free tickets for family

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k)

Paid time off

Bonus eligible

Employee discounts

Reciprocal admission to area parks

Family tickets and events

Job summary

Great Escape and Great Escape Lodge in Queensbury, NY is seeking a skilled Ride Mechanic Technician to diagnose mechanical issues, perform scheduled maintenance, and implement repairs to keep amusement park rides safe and reliable. You will work on ride structures, vehicles, hydraulics, gearboxes, conveyors, and related components, ensuring optimal performance.

A valid driver’s license and a High School Diploma or GED are required, along with basic hand tools and a willingness to work weekends,

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of the operational aspects of machinery components.
• Ability to read and write clear records in English.
• Demonstrated communication skills in English (reading, writing, speaking).

Skills

Machinery operation basics

English communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Ride Mechanic Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide proficient technical services on a variety of ride structures, vehicles, and related components to ensure optimal safety, performance, and reliability of amusement park attractions. This role involves diagnosing mechanical issues, performing scheduled maintenance, and implementing repairs to keep our rides safe, and in excellent working condition.

Overview:

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Ride Mechanic Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide proficient technical services on a variety of ride structures, vehicles, and related components to ensure optimal safety, performance, and reliability of amusement park attractions. This role involves diagnosing mechanical issues, performing scheduled maintenance, and implementing repairs to keep our rides safe, and in excellent working condition.

Responsibilities:

What's In It For You?

• Free tickets for your family & friends
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401k, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Generous paid time off (Vacation, Sick Time, Holidays, Bereavement and Jury Duty)
• Bonus eligible
• Food & Retail discounts
• Exclusive employee parties and events for you and your family
• Reciprocal admission ticket program with area theme parks
• Pay Range: $ 23.00 - $25.00/hr

Qualifications:

• Basic knowledge of the operational aspects of machinery components.
• A valid 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.
• Performing preventative maintenance, repairs, and overhauls of amusement park rides and devises. 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.

Other Functions: All other duties assigned or necessary to support the park as a whole. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties when circumstances (e.g., emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs, or technological developments) dictate.

Reports To:

Maintenance Manager