Mechanic / Ride Mechanic (Seasonal) Starting at $18 - $20 per hour

Six Flags Darien; Darien Center (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a renowned amusement park as a Ride Mechanic! This seasonal role offers the chance to ensure the safe operation and maintenance of thrilling rides and attractions. You'll be responsible for troubleshooting, inspecting, and maintaining rides, all while adhering to safety regulations and manufacturer specifications. If you have a passion for mechanics and a commitment to safety, this is an exciting opportunity to work in a fun environment where your skills will help create unforgettable experiences for guests. Don't miss out on this chance to be part of a vibrant team and contribute to the joy of countless visitors!

Qualifications

• Ability to work at heights above 208'.
• Basic knowledge of mechanics, hydraulics, and electricity.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot rides to ensure safe operation.
• Inspect rides and notify supervisors of any hazards.
• Keep records organized and up to date.

Skills

Mechanics

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Electricity

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Mechanic / Ride Mechanic (Seasonal) Starting at $18 - $20 per hour

Job Category: Maintenance

Requisition Number: MECHA014324

Posted: March 5, 2025

Part-Time

Locations

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Description

JOB PURPOSE: To ensure the safe operation and maintenance of all rides and attractions.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain, erect, repair, and troubleshoot rides and attractions to ensure their safe and efficient operation with minimum supervision.
• Keep a ride parts inventory and notify the supervisor and A Mechanics of any parts or materials necessary to ensure safe, continuous operation.
• Direct, advise, and/or work in conjunction with other staff solving ride-related problems.
• Ensure that the ride is clean and visually in compliance with manufacturers' specifications, guests, and Darien Lake expectations.
• Ensure that manufacturer specifications and state regulations are complied with and documented.
• Inspect rides and attractions and notify the Rides A Mechanic, Ride Maintenance Supervisor, and/or Ride Maintenance Manager of any hazards that may endanger the general public or Darien Lake staff.
• Keep all records up to date and current in an accessible, organized fashion (i.e., Logbooks, Inspection Forms, etc.).
• Operate within the policies and procedures of Darien Lake.
• Maintain good housekeeping standards in the area of responsibility.

Qualifications

• Possess the ability to work at heights above 208' above grade.
• Be able to read, write, and implement maintenance and inspection procedures.
• Must possess own hand tools.
• Must have basic knowledge and experience of mechanics, gear reduction, pneumatics, hydraulics, and electricity.
• Must have the ability to use those skills to ensure the safe operation of rides and attractions.
• Must be able to read, understand, and implement maintenance and inspection procedures.
• Must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid New York State Driver's License and successful completion of Darien Lake Vehicle Training program.

If you are able to answer "YES" to all of the following questions, please continue the application process by clicking "Apply":

• Can you provide legal documentation establishing your identity and eligibility to be legally employed in the United States?
• Are you able to perform the essential functions of the job for which you are applying with or without reasonable accommodation?
• Within the last 90 days, can you state that you have not used illegal or social drugs (excluding marijuana), such as MDMA (Molly), cocaine, and crystal methamphetamine?
• I am willing to agree that future text messages relating to Six Flags, Inc., including company news, job posting application status updates, and other information, may be sent on behalf of Six Flags, Inc. to the cell phone number I provide.