Rides & Attractions Maintenance Director

Anakeesta

Knoxville (TN)

On-site

USD 81,000 - 99,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary
Paid time off
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
401(k)
Free parking
Employee admission benefits
Employee discounts
Pass exchange program with area venues

Job summary

Revel Group, based in Knoxville, seeks a Director of Rides & Attractions Maintenance to lead maintenance for its rides and attractions, including two mountain coasters, a lift system, and ziplines. You will manage a team of managers, set standards, and align with operations, safety, and engineering to keep attractions safe, reliable, and ready for seasonal demand.

The role oversees budgets, capital planning, and future expansion projects, with a focus on regulatory compliance, asset longevity,

Qualifications

  • 10+ years in maintenance, engineering, rides or industrial environments.
  • 5+ years leading complex maintenance teams or operations.
  • Experience in theme parks, resorts or regulated settings preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems and preventive maintenance.
  • Experience managing budgets, capital projects, vendors, and equipment purchases.
  • Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to lead multiple teams in a fast-paced, seasonal environment.
  • Proficiency with maintenance management software and MS Office.
  • Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic leadership for all rides and attractions maintenance operations across Revel Group.
  • Lead and develop the Coaster, Lift, and Adventure Maintenance Managers and teams.
  • Establish preventive maintenance, inspection, safety, and asset-management programs.
  • Ensure compliance with ANSI, ASTM, NEC, OSHA, manufacturer and local standards.
  • Oversee budgets, capital expenditures, major repairs, and vendor relations.
  • Develop long-term maintenance and capital improvement plans to maximize safety and reliability.
  • Collaborate across Maintenance, Construction, Development, Operations and Leadership on new rides and expansions.

Skills

Leadership
Maintenance leadership
Strategic planning
Budget management
Regulatory compliance
Safety standards
Vendor management
Project management
Team leadership
Communication

Tools

CMMS
MS Office

Job description

Revel Group, based in Knoxville, seeks a Director of Rides & Attractions Maintenance to lead maintenance for its rides and attractions, including two mountain coasters, a lift system, and ziplines. You will manage a team of managers, set standards, and align with operations, safety, and engineering to keep attractions safe, reliable, and ready for seasonal demand.

The role oversees budgets, capital planning, and future expansion projects, with a focus on regulatory compliance, asset longevity,

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