Maintenance Technician-1

Entertainment Places; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes

Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401K Retirement plan

Life Insurance Disability Benefits (V)

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Sesame Place is seeking enthusiastic Ambassadors to perform general maintenance on rides, ensuring safety and reliability for guests and team members. You will conduct daily inspections, perform preventive maintenance, and assist with troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems.

The role requires 18+ years old, a high school diploma or equivalent, and the ability to obtain a park driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver’s license / park driver’s license may be required.
• Ability to pass ride competency tests and obtain certification.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull 50 pounds repeatedly.
• Strong communication and math skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance of rides to ensure guest and team member safety.
• Inspections and preventative maintenance on a daily basis.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic issues.
• Provide excellent guest service and teamwork.
• Adhere to safe work practices and use PPE.
• Work varied hours, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Skills

Ride maintenance

Basic hand tools

Communication skills

Math skills

Lift 50 pounds

Teamwork

Stamina

Height work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Join us at Sesame Place and help bring joy, excitement, and lasting memories to people from around the world. We're seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard-working individuals to become our Ambassadors. Come and play an important part on our incredible team today!

What you get to do:

• You’ll be responsible for performing all general maintenance of rides in order to provide a safe environment for guests and team members alike.
• We’re looking to you to make sure our rides are good to go!
• Conduct daily ride inspections
• Perform preventative maintenance and scheduled services
• Provide support in troubleshooting problems with mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic equipment
• Provide excellent service to guests and team members
• Consistently practice safe work habits including, but not limited to the use of personal protective equipment, lifting and reporting of unsafe situations

What it takes to succeed:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain a park driver’s license
• Ability to provide and use basic hand tools
• Ability to pass all ride competency tests and obtain certification
• Must be able to frequently lift, push and pull a minimum of 50 pounds
• Excellent communication skills and basic math abilities
• Ability to walk uphill and work on heights above 150 feet
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to stand, walk, and work for prolonged periods of time in extreme weather
• Flexibility in working varied hours, including weekends, evenings, and holidays

The perks of the position:

• Paid Time Off
• Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes
• Park Discounts on Food and MerchandiseMedical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401K Retirement plan
• Voluntary Insurance Life Insurance Disability Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program Legal Assistance Plan

EEO Employer: SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, GENDER, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.

United Parks & Resorts is a world-renowned leader in the themed-park and entertainment industry. Our success is built on a passion for caring for animals and a dedication to delivering positive, memorable experiences to people from around the world. We’re also committed to helping ambitious people achieve their professional best. We’re always seeking exceptionally skilled and knowledgeable individuals for a variety of roles throughout our organization.