Mechanic

Urban Air Adventure Parks; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment venue in Laurel, Maryland seeks a Mechanic to maintain and repair go-karts and attractions. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, with a background in mechanical repairs, capable of working in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include performing equipment repairs and ensuring all machinery runs smoothly. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED, with mechanical experience preferred. Weekends are required for this role.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED required; technical training in auto mechanics preferred.
• Mechanical repair experience in related fields is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform track and go-kart repairs and performance checks.
• Maintain go-kart performance and assist with maintenance of attractions.
• Ensure a clean and safe working environment.

Skills

Mechanical repair experience

Ability to handle a wide variety of tasks

Use of multimeter

Education

High school diploma or GED

Auto mechanic technical training

Tools

Various tools (drills, ladders)

Job description

Mechanic – Urban Air Adventure Parks

Job Summary

This role will be responsible for the maintenance and appearance of attractions. The Mechanic will assist with facilitating the repair and maintenance of attractions and any associated equipment. The ideal candidate will be self‑motivated and able to work in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform track and go‑kart repairs and performance checks
• Maintain go‑kart performance
• Repair equipment, troubleshoot issues, and maintain the attraction(s) in superior working order
• Maintain accurate documentation of repairs and parts inventory
• Maintain weekly, monthly, and annual preventative maintenance schedules on all equipment and ensure schedules are carried out
• Maintain work area and back end in a neat and orderly manner
• Maintain a safe work environment and ensure all staff follows all safety rules
• Maintain a supply of tools and machinery
• Ensure the go‑kart pit, go‑kart shop and track areas remain clean and safe
• Assist the staff with track operations
• Perform facility cleaning and maintenance duties as assigned
• Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Read, interpret diagnostics from manuals
• Accept other maintenance duties to include, but are not limited to, building maintenance and help with general maintenance of other attractions

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); auto mechanic technical training or six (6) months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Weekends are a must!
• Mechanical repair experience in the go‑kart, golf‑kart or motorcycle field preferred
• Ability to handle a wide variety of tasks and repairs
• Experience using multimeter to check continuity – checks fuses and batteries
• Ability to read and understand technical manuals

Physical Requirements

• Work in noisy, fast‑paced environment with distracting conditions
• Move about facility and stand for long periods of time (over 2/3 of the time)
• Standing, kneeling, bending, walking, reaching above shoulder, pushing and pulling
• Requires ability to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 300 lbs. (70+ pounds with the assistance of a dolly)
• Ability to wear personal protective gear
• While performing the duties of this job, the Mechanic is regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, see, reach, stoop, kneel, climb, and use hands and fingers to operate various tools (i.e. drills, ladders, chemicals, etc.)

Urban Air Laurel is an equal opportunity employer.