Mechanic- Full-Time - $27/HR

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation; Gurnee (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Accident insurance

401K & Roth 401K

Season passes pricing

Job summary

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation in Gurnee, IL seeks a full-time maintenance technician to safely maintain park rides, machinery and equipment year-round. The role involves visual inspections, rehab work, and routine preventative maintenance on rides and attractions.

Applicants should have proficiency in two or more trades (mechanical, electrical, hydraulics, etc.), strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work outdoors in extreme temperatures, lifting up to 100 lbs, and climbing

Qualifications

• Proficient in two or more trades (e.g., mechanical, electrical, hydraulics).
• Ability to troubleshoot clearly, calmly and safely around guests and staff.
• Strong experience in mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems.
• High safety sensitivity and comfort with various mechanical devices.
• Able to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Physically able to climb, work at heights, crawl, lift up to 100 lbs and work outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspections of assigned rides and attractions
• Perform rehab work on theme park rides and attractions
• Maintain, erect, repair and trouble-shoot various theme park rides and attractions
• Visually inspect and listen to machines and equipment to locate causes of malfunctions
• Remove and/or replace worn or defective parts using hand and/or power tools
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on various equipment including rides and attractions
• Keep a daily duty log of maintenance work performed as well as accurate records of preventative maintenance

Skills

Mechanical

Electrical

Electronics

hydraulics

Pneumatics

Welding

Small engine repair

Tools

Power tools

diagnostic tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Overview

Responsible for the safe maintenance of park rides, machinery and equipment.

Full-Time, Year Round, Hourly, paid weekly

Perks

• Benefit options include, but are not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident Insurance, and Group Auto and Home
• Retirement Benefits Include: 401K & Roth 401K
• Exclusive Employee Perks and Pricing for Season Passes and Tickets

Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspections of assigned rides and attractions
• Perform rehab work on theme park rides and attractions
• Maintain, erect, repair and trouble-shoot various theme park rides and attractions
• Visually inspect and listen to machines and equipment to locate causes of malfunctions
• Remove and/or replace worn or defective parts using hand and/or power tools
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on various equipment including rides and attractions
• Keep a daily duty log of maintenance work performed as well as accurate records of preventative maintenance

Qualifications

• Should possess practical skill and proficient knowledge in two or more trades, such as: mechanical, electrical, electronics, hydraulics, pneumatics, carpentry, welding and small combustion engine repair and maintenance
• Must be able to trouble-shoot clearly, calmly and safely in the presence of Guests and fellow Team Members
• Should have strong mechanical, electrical & hydraulic experience
• Must possess strong safety sensitivity & ability to work with many different types of mechanical devises
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English
• Must possess the mental and physical capacities necessary to perform the primary job duties, including climbing and working at heights up to and in excess of 150ft., crawling and working in confined spaces and lifting up to 100 lbs. Must be able to work outdoors in extreme temperatures. Must possess the physical dexterity to operate hand tools and motor vehicles
• Must have tools and equipment to perform required duties and tasks as assigned
• Must possess a valid Driver's License
• Must be 18 years or older