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

Six Flags; Darien Center (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Ride Maintenance Technician to ensure the safe operation and maintenance of thrilling attractions. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting rides, ensuring compliance with all safety standards and regulations. You'll work independently and collaboratively with other staff to solve ride-related issues, keeping the rides clean and in excellent condition. If you have a passion for safety and mechanics, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team in a fun and exciting environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to work at heights above 208' and implement maintenance procedures.
• Basic knowledge of mechanics, hydraulics, and electricity is essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair, and troubleshoot rides for safe operation.
• Ensure compliance with manufacturer specifications and state regulations.

Skills

Mechanics

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Electricity

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Job 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 the 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.