Ride Controls Technician: Electrical & PLC Mastery

Admoa; East Rutherford (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

American Dream is seeking a Rides Controls Maintenance Technician to install, maintain, repair, and troubleshoot ride control systems. The role ensures all rides operate safely by addressing electro‑mechanical issues and performing preventive maintenance.

You will diagnose communications networks, perform OEM‑standard repairs, and document steps in Mobaro. The position requires teamwork, safety compliance, and mentoring junior technicians at various rides.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience troubleshooting electro-mechanical systems.
• 1+ year working with PLC systems.
• Certification to work on low voltage electrical systems.
• Proficient use of a multi-meter and electrical tools.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair low voltage ride control systems to OEM specs.
• Diagnose and repair communication systems (COAX, Fiber, Ethernet) within ride controls.
• Perform inspections of mechanical, electrical, pneumatics, hydraulics, lubrication per OEM.
• Respond to maintenance calls promptly per American Dream policies.
• Document maintenance and projects in the CMMS (Mobaro).
• Lead by example and train junior technicians at qualified rides.

Skills

Troubleshooting electro-mechanical

PLC systems experience

Multimeter usage

Verbal and written communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

NAARSO or AIMS certification

Low voltage electrical systems certification

Tools

Mobaro CMMS

Job description

American Dream is seeking a Rides Controls Maintenance Technician to install, maintain, repair, and troubleshoot ride control systems. The role ensures all rides operate safely by addressing electro‑mechanical issues and performing preventive maintenance.

You will diagnose communications networks, perform OEM‑standard repairs, and document steps in Mobaro. The position requires teamwork, safety compliance, and mentoring junior technicians at various rides.