Technician

Merlin Entertainments; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Merlin Magic Pass

401(k) Program

Job summary

Merlin Entertainments is seeking a Maintenance Technician to keep the attraction running and deliver amazing guest experiences. You will maintain and repair a wide range of systems and themed attractions, including audio-visual technology, lighting, HVAC, electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical equipment, ensuring safety and efficiency.

The ideal candidate has at least two years of maintenance experience and is flexible for mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 2 years of maintenance experience.
• Minimum of 2 years in a technical or themed entertainment environment.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
• Strong multitasking and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain attraction equipment, rides, exhibits, and building systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
• Diagnose and resolve issues involving HVAC, electrical, plumbing, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic systems.
• Repair or replace control devices, lighting systems, projector lamps, doors, and other facility components.
• Apply technical expertise to minimize downtime and maximize attraction availability.
• Maintain and troubleshoot audio-visual equipment for exhibits.
• Assist with exhibit installation, setup, and breakdown.
• Ensure all systems operate safely and efficiently for guests and team members.
• Complete painting, wall repairs, furniture assembly, custodial tasks, and general facility upkeep.
• Install and maintain networking and data cabling infrastructure.
• Monitor building systems and identify, correct, or report safety concerns.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe workspaces while following all safety standards.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Themed entertainment

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

HVAC knowledge

Electrical systems

Pneumatics & hydraulics

Audio-Visual equipment

DMX lighting

Networking cabling

Job description

Maintenance Technician Keep the Attraction Running. Create Amazing Guest Experiences.

Are you a hands-on problem solver with a passion for maintenance, technology, and troubleshooting? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same? Join our team as a Maintenance Technician and play a key role in ensuring our attraction operates safely, efficiently, and seamlessly for every guest who walks through our doors.

As a Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining and repairing a wide range of systems, equipment, and themed attractions while helping deliver unforgettable experiences. From audio-visual technology and lighting systems to hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical equipment, you'll be at the heart of keeping the attraction performing at its best.

The ideal candidate at least 2 years of maintenance experience and be open to a flexible schedule based on attraction needs and available to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Specific shift times can vary depending on preventative maintenance and operational needs.

What You’ll Do

Maintain and Repair Attraction Systems

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain attraction equipment, rides, exhibits, and building systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance tasks on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
• Diagnose and resolve issues involving HVAC, electrical, plumbing, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electronic systems.
• Repair or replace control devices, lighting systems, projector lamps, doors, and other facility components.

Support Outstanding Guest Experiences

• Apply your technical expertise to minimize downtime and maximize attraction availability.
• Maintain and troubleshoot audio-visual equipment for both new and existing exhibits.
• Assist with exhibit installation, setup, and breakdown activities.
• Ensure all systems operate safely and efficiently for guests and team members.

Facility & Operational Support

• Complete painting, wall repairs, furniture assembly, custodial tasks, and general facility upkeep.
• Install and maintain networking and data cabling infrastructure.
• Monitor building systems and identify, correct, or report safety concerns.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe workspaces while following all safety standards and procedures.

This is what we do every day. Our 31,000+ awesome colleagues create and play together to spark the imaginations of children and LEGO® fans of all ages, all around the world.

Just imagine being part of this – playing with ideas, creating magical experiences, and learning while growing and building your dream career.

Required Qualifications

Qualifications & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 2 years of maintenance experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a technical or themed entertainment environment.
• Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
• Strong multitasking and problem-solving skills.

Technical Skills & Knowledge

Experience With

• Electrical and electronic systems
• Hydraulics and pneumatics
• Animation and automation systems
• Audio-Visual equipment
• Lighting systems and DMX controls
• HVAC and plumbing systems
• Computer hardware and software troubleshooting
• Data and networking systems
• Low-voltage wiring and controls
• Pumps, motors, actuators, solenoids, sensors, and related systems

Benefits

• Merlin Magic Pass: Free entry for friends and family to our amazing parks & attractions.
• Recognition Programs and Rewards: Celebrate your achievements and hard work!
• 401(k) Program: Save for the future with company matching contributions.
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs: Get support for further education and career growth.
• Numerous Learning and Advancement Opportunities: Grow your skills and advance your career with us!

Workplace- Children are our role models. Their curiosity, creativity and imagination inspire everything we do. We strive to create a diverse, dynamic and inclusive culture of play at the LEGO Group, where everyone feels safe, valued and they belong.

The LEGO Group is highly committed to equal employment opportunity and equal pay and seeksto encourage applicants from all backgrounds (eg. sex, gender identity or expression, race/ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, age and religion) to apply for roles in our team.

The LEGO Group is fully committed to Children’s Rights and Child Wellbeing across the globe. Candidates offered positions with high engagement with children are required to take part in Child Safeguarding Background Screening, as a condition of the offer.

Thank you for sharing our global commitment to Children’s Rights.

Just imagine building your dream career.

Merlin Entertainments are facilitating the LEGO Group’s recruitment process for this role as part of a transitional service agreement with the LEGO Group.

Pay Range

USD $21.72/Hr.