Ride Mechanic

Enchanted Parks; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,307 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Paid Time Off

Discounts to local attractions

Exclusive employee events

Job summary

Enchanted Parks in New York, NY is seeking a skilled Industrial Ride Mechanic. The ideal candidate will provide technical services on amusement park attractions, ensuring optimal safety and reliability.

Responsibilities include performing inspections, troubleshooting issues, and maintaining equipment. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and mechanical experience.

Offerings include a retirement plan, paid time off, and discounts to local attractions.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Strong mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic experience required.
• Ability to work outdoors in extreme temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections and maintenance of amusement rides.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Maintain accurate documentation of repairs and inspections.

Skills

Mechanical proficiency

Electrical skills

Hydraulic experience

Problem-solving skills

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Welding certification (preferred)

Tools

Hand tools

Motor vehicles

Job description

J ob Summary

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Industrial Ride Mechanic to join our team at the Great Escape. The ideal candidate will provide proficient technical services on a variety of ride structures, vehicles, and related components to ensure optimal safety, performance, and reliability of amusement park attractions. This role involves diagnosing mechanical issues, performing scheduled maintenance, and implementing repairs to keep our rides safe, and in excellent working condition.

Specific Job Duties

• Performs daily, weekly, monthly, annual, and other required inspections of amusement rides and related equipment as assigned, taking corrective actions as issues are identified. Inspections are visual as well as auditory.
• Troubleshoots a variety of mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems and takes appropriate corrective actions.
• Properly follows all repair procedures and maintains accurate documentation of all repairs. Maintains orderly and accurate records of all required inspections and work performed and submits required paperwork to supervision in a timely manner.
• Communicates the status of assigned rides both verbally and in written format.
• Maintains all assigned equipment in a safe and ready condition according to all applicable codes, laws, rules, company policies, and best practices.
• Reads, understands, and applies information from manufacturer's manuals for service, repair andor component replacement. Accurately reads blueprints (mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic). Completes proper documentation as required.
• Interacts positively with and communicates with various groups and individuals, such as the immediate supervisor, other Park managers and staff, co-workers, guests, vendors, contractors, inspectors, etc.
• Provides guest service according to Six Flags standards when serving the guest, including initiating guest interactions, answering questions, and giving directions.
• Maintains cleanliness and safety in assigned work area and performs all duties in compliance with Six Flags safety guidelines and requirements and reports all unsafe or unusual conditions to supervisor.
• Meets scheduling availability requirements, including nights, weekends and holiday periods to meet business needs.
• Meets Six Flag's attendance requirements as outlined in Six Flag's attendance policies.
• Adheres to Six Flag's code of conduct including costuming and grooming standards as outlined in employees' Guidelines and other park/division specific policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong proficiency in developing and reading one-line diagrams, and technical documents.
• Proficient at maintaining various rides and attractions.
• Uses good judgment, decision making and problem-solving skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail
• People that are able to work independently and troubleshoot equipment
• Should possess practical skill and proficient knowledge in two or more trades, such as: mechanical, electrical, electronics, hydraulics, pneumatics, carpentry, welding and small combustion engine repair and maintenance
• Must be able to trouble‑shoot clearly, calmly and safely in the presence of Guests and fellow Team Members

Minimum Qualifications

• 18 years or older
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must meet location-specific requirements to work on specific rides and attractions. State or provincial certifications and/or licensing within if applicable in state.
• Welding certification preferred.
• Should have strong mechanical, electrical & hydraulic experience
• Must possess strong safety sensitivity & ability to work with many different types of mechanical devises
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English
• Must possess the mental and physical capacities necessary to perform the primary job duties, including climbing and working at heights up to and in excess of 150 ft., crawling and working in confined spaces and lifting up to 100 lbs.
• Must be able to work outdoors in extreme temperatures.
• Must possess the physical dexterity to operate hand tools and motor vehicles
• Must have tools and equipment to perform required duties and tasks as assigned
• Must possess a valid NYS Driver's License

Why Work with Us?

• Retirement Plan: 401k with company match
• Paid Time Off
• Discounts to local attractions!
• Exclusive employee parties and events for you and your family
• Pay Rate: $22.00- $27.00/hr based on experience.