Ride Maintenance Supervisor

Cedar Point; Amherst (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedar Point is seeking a Supervisor of Ride Maintenance to lead a Union crew of mechanics in monitoring, maintaining and repairing rides and attractions. The role involves supervising staff, planning work, ensuring safety standards, and coordinating across departments.

The incumbent will develop maintenance plans, oversee preventive maintenance, assist in budgeting and inventory, and ensure all equipment operates safely during the season. Strong leadership and technical knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Vocational/technical training preferred.
• 1–3 years supervisory/leadership experience.
• Knowledge of industrial electrical, hydraulics and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to use meters, gauges, measuring devices, cutting torch, mechanic's tools and other hand/power tools.
• Preferred knowledge in Maintenance Connection, UKG and JDE.
• Ability to pass drug test per company policy.
• Ability to pass background check per company policy.
• Willingness to work nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assists in performing and leading assigned crew in monitoring, maintenance and repair of rides and attractions.
• Supervises subordinate crew members with foreperson assistance, including training, scheduling, directing, reviewing and planning work, and maintaining standards.
• Reviews subordinates' work for effectiveness and efficiency; maintains a trained, motivated staff through performance and development programs; communicates expectations clearly.
• Develops and implements short/long range ride maintenance/repair plans; assists in winter overhaul and year-long preventive maintenance; monitors and repairs rides/vehicles during operating season; informs Area Manager of issues; assists other departments on repairs as needed.
• Assists Area Manager in preparing department budget; assists with ordering parts and materials; helps maintain inventory and budget compliance.
• Ensures safe operating condition of all equipment; conducts safety meetings and inspections; responds to inquiries from associates and guests regarding ride safety and maintenance.
• Hires candidates for open positions to grow the assigned team; ensures new hires have resources to perform their job.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Industrial electrical knowledge

Hydraulics knowledge

Pneumatic systems knowledge

Night/weekend/holiday readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational/technical training

Tools

Meters & gauges

Cutting torch

Mechanic's tools

Maintenance Connection

UKG

JDE

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Supervisor of Ride Maintenance assists in performing and leading assigned Union crew of mechanics in monitoring, maintenance and repair of rides and attractions as assigned. Performs related duties as required.

Overview

The Supervisor of Ride Maintenance assists in performing and leading assigned Union crew of mechanics in monitoring, maintenance and repair of rides and attractions as assigned. Performs related duties as required.

Responsibilities

• Assists in performing and leading assigned crew in monitoring, maintenance and repair of rides and attractions as assigned. Performs related duties as required.
• Supervises subordinate crew members with the assistance of the foreperson. Supervisory duties include training, scheduling, direct instruction, assigning, reviewing and planning work, maintaining standards, coordinating activities, allocating personnel, and takes corrective action on employee issues. Timekeeping of employee schedules with in the Cedar Point timekeeping system.
• Reviews the work of subordinates for effectiveness and efficiency; Establishes and maintains a professional, trained, and motivated staff through effective implementation of performance and development programs. Uses effective communication to ensure all understand the expectations of the department. Utilizes company guidelines to hold those accountable when necessary.
• Develops and implements short/long range ride maintenance/repair plans. Assists in performing winter overhaul and year-long preventive maintenance of assigned rides/vehicles. Assists in monitoring, troubleshooting and repairing rides/vehicles during operating season. Keeps Area Manager informed of all maintenance problems/areas of concern. Assists other departments on repairs/maintenance projects as appropriate.
• Assists Area Manager in preparing department budget. Assists with ordering parts and materials as needed, ensuring compliance with the budgetary allocations. Assists in maintaining adequate inventory.
• Ensures the proper maintenance and safe operating condition of all assigned equipment. Conducts safety meetings and safety inspections of equipment. Receives and responds to inquiries, concerns and complaints from associates and guests regarding ride safety and maintenance.
• Hires candidates for open positions to effectively and strategically grow the assigned team. Ensures the new hire has the knowledge and resources to perform their job to the best of their ability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Vocational/technical training preferred.
• 1-3 years of supervisory/leadership experience.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of industrial electrical, hydraulics, and pneumatic systems. Ability to use meters, gauges, measuring devices, cutting torch, mechanic's tools, various other hand and power tools.
• Preferred knowledge in Microsoft Office, Maintenance Connection, UKG, and JDE.
• Ability to pass a mandatory (or random) drug test, per company policy, unless prohibited by state or provincial law.
• Ability to pass a background check, if 18 years of age or older, which may include but is not limited to, credit, criminal, DMV, previous employment, per company policy, unless prohibited by federal, state, or provincial law.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holiday periods to meet business needs.