Ride Technician- Mechanic (Full-Time)

SeaWorld Entertainment; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment as a Ride Technician, where you will use your technical and mechanical expertise to ensure guests have a thrilling and safe experience on rides. Key responsibilities include maintaining ride safety standards, performing inspections, and offering exceptional service. Ideal candidates possess strong technical knowledge and advance communication skills, and thrive in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes

Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401K Retirement plan

Voluntary Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Legal Assistance Plan

Qualifications

• A minimum of three years industrial maintenance experience required.
• Advanced knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical, and conveyor systems.
• Ability to lift, carry, push and pull up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair all park rides.
• Uphold department safety standards, including test riding and inspections.
• Complete required documentation and communicate ride concerns.

Skills

Technical expertise

Communication

Teamwork

Mechanical skills

Education

High school diploma, trade school or equivalent

Tools

Professional quality tool set

Job description

Busch Gardens is a place of thrills, fun and positive, lasting memories. And that's just what its like to work here! As a key member of our team, you'll play a major role in bringing happiness and excitement to people from around the world. If you're dedicated, dependable and driven to deliver exceptional guest service, this is a place for you!

Compensation Rate:$24.00/hr

Are you someone who never wants the fun to stop? Thanks to you, it doesn’t have to! You can keep things rolling – and swinging and climbing and plunging – as a Ride Technician at one of SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment’s theme parks.

What you get to do:
As a Ride Technician, you’ll provide a high level of technical, electrical, and mechanical expertise in order to ensure our guests enjoy a thrilling, breathtaking – and safe experience. You will:
• Inspect, diagnose and repair all park rides, including watercraft, slides, nets, and moving walks
• Uphold all department safety standards, including test riding and inspections
• Complete all required documentation
• Communicate any ride related questions/concerns to leadership
• Maintain proficiency in all manufacturing manuals for each ride
• Perform daily cleaning and maintenance duties, including care of tools
• Provide exceptional service to guests and team members

What it takes to succeed:
• High school diploma, trade school or equivalent required
• A minimum of three years verifiable industrial maintenance experience, automotive or military
• Advanced knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical and conveyor systems
• Possesses a valid driver’s license and can adhere to company driving guidelines
• Good written communication skills required to complete maintenance documentation
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, supervisors and managers
• Proven team player
• Possess professional quality tool set
• Lift, carry, push and pull up to 50lbs. on a frequent basis.
• Position engages in extensive walking and standing throughout work shift
• Able to work on high steel or wood structures
• Able to wear a full body harness
• Able to be respirator trained
• Work both indoors and outdoors, exposed to a variety of weather conditions
• Perform the following physical activities on a frequent basis; stand, walk, climb, bend floor-to waist/waist-to-overhead and reach overhead, simple grasp and fine manipulation tasks
• Perform all cleaning duties, including use of cleaning chemicals
• Promote and ensure a safe and secure environment for guests and fellow ambassadors
• Work a flexible schedule/hours based on business need, to include opening, mid-, and closing shifts; nights, weekends, and holidays

The perks of the position:

• Paid Time Off
• Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes
• Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401K Retirement plan
• Voluntary Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Legal Assistance Plan

EEO Employer:

SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.