Theme Park Ride Mechanic & Maintenance Pro

Canada's Wonderland; Gurnee (IL); On-site; USD 3,444,000 - 5,510,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Accident Insurance

Auto and Home Insurance

401K & Roth 401K

Season Passes pricing

Job summary

Canada's Wonderland is seeking a full-time, year-round rides maintenance technician. The role requires hands-on work inspecting and rehabbing rides, performing preventive maintenance, and keeping detailed maintenance logs.

You will diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues while working outdoors in variable conditions. The position demands ability to climb, lift up to 100 lbs, and operate a range of hand and power tools; English literacy is required, and a valid driver's license is

Qualifications

• Two or more trades knowledge: mechanical, electrical, hydraulics, carpentry, welding, or small engines.
• Ability to troubleshoot clearly, calmly, and safely around guests and team members.
• Strong mechanical, electrical and hydraulic experience.
• Strong safety awareness and ability to work with various mechanical devices.
• Read, write, speak and understand English.
• Physical and mental capacity to work at heights up to 150 ft., outdoors in extreme temperatures, and lift up to 100 lbs.
• Must have own tools and a valid driver's license.
• Must be 18 years or older.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspections of assigned rides and attractions.
• Perform rehab work on theme park rides and attractions.
• Maintain, erect, repair and troubleshoot various theme park rides and attractions.
• Visually inspect and listen to machines and equipment to locate causes of malfunctions.
• Remove and/or replace worn or defective parts using hand and/or power tools.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on various equipment including rides and attractions.
• Keep a daily duty log of maintenance work and records of preventative maintenance.

Skills

mechanical

electrical

hydraulics

carpentry

welding

read English

safety-minded

problem solving

Tools

hand tools

power tools

Job description

Canada's Wonderland is seeking a full-time, year-round rides maintenance technician. The role requires hands-on work inspecting and rehabbing rides, performing preventive maintenance, and keeping detailed maintenance logs.

You will diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues while working outdoors in variable conditions. The position demands ability to climb, lift up to 100 lbs, and operate a range of hand and power tools; English literacy is required, and a valid driver's license is