Rides Controls Technician

SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment LLC; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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 FSP

Employee Assistance Program

Legal Assistance Plan

Job summary

SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment LLC in Seattle is seeking a Rides Control Technician to maintain and upgrade the electrical/electronic ride-control systems across attractions, ensuring safety and peak performance. You’ll diagnose PLCs, program VFDs, and perform annual verifications while documenting activities for ride readiness.

The role requires 2+ years in an industrial setting, strong troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work at heights and irregular hours.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in an industrial environment or equivalent education/experience.
• Electrical/electronic knowledge and troubleshooting skills.
• Understand amusement ride operation from basic circuits to PLCs.
• Understand and troubleshoot variable speed AC/DC drives.
• Possession of a valid Florida driver's license; local residency rules apply.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair ride electrical/electronic systems up to 600 volts.
• Diagnose problems in hard-wired and software PLC circuits.
• Verify PLC programs and monitor code for recurring issues.
• Complete tagging procedures and ride inspections per safety standards.
• Document maintenance activities and communicate with leadership.
• Program VFDs and DC controllers; read PLC logic.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC programming

Electrical safety

Ride control systems

Tools

RSLogix 5000

Step 7

TwinCAT

Profibus

Job description

At SeaWorld, we're passionate about caring for animals. In fact, we've already rescued over 40,000 animals (and counting!). And we can save you from being stuck in just another job. Join us and help bring joy, excitement, and lasting memories to people from around the world. We're seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard-working individuals to become our Ambassadors. Join us and play an important part on our incredible team!

When you’re at one of our theme parks, the fun never ends! And our Rides team is a big reason why. If you’re a self-motivated leader, and have the knowledge and skills to keep our rides and attractions in peak performing order – jump right in!

What you get to do:
As a Rides Control Technician, you will be responsible for the general maintenance, safety, inspections, troubleshooting and upgrading of all electrical/electronic control systems on the attractions with the objective of improving ride operational time. Enthusiastically represents SeaWorld by displaying a positive attitude, high level of energy and commitment to quality throughout all aspects of the job.
You will also:

• Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of all ride-related electrical/electronic systems used for attraction ride control. These systems include: power distribution up to 600 volts, AC/DC motors, relay logic, hydraulic and pneumatic control circuits, variable speed motor controllers, programmable logic controllers, and closed loop servo systems.
• Diagnose electrical problems in hard wired and software circuits.
• Maintain proficiency in all manufacturing manuals related to each individual ride.
• Perform annual PLC program verification on all rides.
• Monitor PLC code and determine best course for resolving reoccurring issues.
• Complete all green tagging procedures on rides while upholding to department safety standards, including test riding and inspections.

• Complete all required documentation pertaining to each ride.
• Have a working knowledge and understanding of basic pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Perform daily inspections on rides, attractions, elevators and moving walkways.
• Read and troubleshoot logic in PLC’s.
• Program VFD’s and DC controllers.
• Communicate any ride related questions/concerns to leadership.
• Share knowledge and expertise with others.
• Ensure excellent customer service by anticipating and responding to customer requirements, expectations, and needs.

• Maintain a safe work environment, follows all safety policies and procedures, including lock out tag out, personal protective equipment, ride safety requirements and fall protection.
• Other duties as assigned.

What it takes to succeed:

• At least 2 years related experience in an industrial environment and/or combination of education and experience.
• Have electronic/electrical knowledge and troubleshooting skills.
• Understand operation of amusement rides from simple start stop circuits to PLC controllers.
• Understand and troubleshoot variable speed AC and DC drives.
• Previous experience with RSLogix 5000 , Step 7, TwinCat and Profibus a plus
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Possession of a valid Florida driver's license; visiting students and military must have valid driver's license from state of residency and able to provide a copy of the DMV report and must be able to complete the Company Vehicle Driver Training class and obtain a SWF driver’s license.
• Positively interact with guests and co-workers of all ages, different ethnic/cultural backgrounds and/or language, and individuals with special needs.
• Strong written/verbal communication skills.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Proficiency in reading and writing in English.
• Regularly stand, sit, walk, use hands to finger, handle, feel, see, talk, hear, taste smell, and reach with hands and arms.
• Able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crawl, and crouch.
• Able to climb and work off of ladders.
• Comfortable working at heights of up to 300ft.
• Have close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Able to work outdoors under all weather conditions.
• Able to regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds.
• Able to work weekends, holidays, early mornings and late evenings.
• Resume Required
• Must be available to work second shift.

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.