Ride Maintenance Technician I: Keep Thrills Rolling

American Dream; East Rutherford (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

American Dream is seeking a Rides Maintenance Tech I to maintain, inspect, troubleshoot, and repair all rides and attractions in Nickelodeon Universe Amusement Park in East Rutherford, NJ. You will ensure compliance with OEM standards and safety guidelines and work closely with manufacturers.

The role requires hands-on mechanical and electrical experience, ability to work at heights, and strong documentation skills in the CMMS (Mobaro).

Qualifications

• 3+ years of mechanical and electrical experience OR completion of a certified technical program and 1+ years of mechanical or electrical experience.
• NAARSO or AIMS certification (or must obtain within 2 years of employment)
• Practical knowledge in electrical, pneumatics, fabricating, mechanical, hydraulics, welding, machining, and electronics.
• Required: Practical understanding and safe usage of mechanical tools.
• Preferred: Practical understanding and safe usage of electrical diagnosis tools.
• Proficient oral and written communication required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required

Responsibilities

• Inspect and maintain all rides and attractions to OEM and regulatory standards.
• Complete annual inspections as required.
• Troubleshoot and repair ride control systems.
• Respond to maintenance calls promptly and professionally.
• Document preventive and corrective maintenance in CMMS (Mobaro).
• Interact with manufacturers and support services professionally.
• Follow all safety guidelines and RMS requirements.
• Train new technicians and sign off on ride mastery.
• Maintain and return tools and equipment as issued.
• Lead by example and work as a team to operate Nickelodeon Universe.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Electrical experience

Welding & fabrication

Tools safety

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

NAARSO or AIMS certification

Tools

CMMS (Mobaro)

Electrical diagnostic tools

Job description

American Dream is seeking a Rides Maintenance Tech I to maintain, inspect, troubleshoot, and repair all rides and attractions in Nickelodeon Universe Amusement Park in East Rutherford, NJ. You will ensure compliance with OEM standards and safety guidelines and work closely with manufacturers.

The role requires hands-on mechanical and electrical experience, ability to work at heights, and strong documentation skills in the CMMS (Mobaro).