Water Country - Maintenance Technician

0911 Festival Fun Parks, LLC; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Water Country in Portsmouth, NH is seeking a Maintenance Technician responsible for daily inspections, repairs, and maintenance of park rides, buildings, and equipment across the property. This role focuses on safety, quality, and timely service to keep attractions running smoothly.

You will perform carpentry, painting, plumbing and electrical tasks, troubleshoot rides, operate equipment, and document work while adhering to park policies and safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Trade school training or other technical certification is a plus.
• 1+ year of maintenance or construction work experience desired.
• A background in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, painting or landscaping is preferred but not required.
• Previous work experience maintaining amusement rides or attractions is desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform general facility maintenance on park spaces, buildings, restrooms, and pump rooms.
• Lead and assist with carpentry, painting, plumbing, and electrical projects.
• Inspect and test water rides and attractions, signing off on safety and completion.
• Troubleshoot, service, and repair amusement ride parts and equipment.
• Document work performed with time and materials per park policies.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading and writing (English)

Blueprints & schematics

Education

High School diploma or GED

Trade school training

1+ year maintenance experience

Experience in carpentry/plumbing/electrical/HVAC/painting/landscaping

Experience with amusement rides (desirable)

Job description

Our story began 75 years ago when the Herschend family discovered wonder deep in an Ozark Mountain cave-and chose to share it with the world. Today, Herschend is the largest family-held themed attractions company, with 49 leading attractions and immersive experiences that reach audiences worldwide.

While each brand offers something unique, all are united by a shared purpose: Bringing Families Closer Together by Creating Memories Worth Repeating® . Our passionate hosts make this purpose possible through everyday acts of love and service-what we call Heartspitality®-the intersection of heart and hospitality.

As an equal-opportunity employer, we strive to provide environments where every host, guest, and partner feel welcome, valued, and loved. We firmly believe that words and actions matter, which is why all individuals are to be treated equally and with respect.

We are currently looking for a:

Water Country - Maintenance Technician

Roles & Responsibilities

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing hands‑on daily inspections and maintenance, as well as the repair, removal, reinstallation, or replacement of park rides, buildings, and equipment throughout the Water Country Property.

The duties of this position include maintenance of general spaces within the park, such as office buildings, pavilions or restrooms. Additionally, the Maintenance Technician may also provide maintenance services for water rides, and all other attractions found within the park.

• Perform general facility‑wide maintenance and related work on roofing, exterior and interior buildings and structures, restrooms, food building and pump rooms
• Lead and assist with daily carpentry, painting, plumbing and electrical projects
• Perform daily inspection and testing of water rides, and all other attractions, signing off on its safety & completion
• Troubleshoot, test, service, and repair amusement rides including, but not limited to, the removal, reinstallation, and replacement of amusement ride parts
• Provide general upkeep and maintenance of all buildings and physical structures found within the park.
• Provide general maintenance, plumbing, electrical and carpentry repairs
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair broken equipment and attractions with minimal supervision
• Develop an understanding of Electrical, Hydraulic, and Pneumatic Circuits to assist with maintaining continuous ride operation
• Perform water quality duties within Aquatics areas of the park
• Safely operate heavy equipment including forklifts, scissor lift, and more
• Operate Park motor vehicles on‑and‑off site
• Perform landscaping duties including mowing, line trimming, grounds cleanup, pruning and planting, whenever assigned
• Assist in the training of how to accurately operate the ride
• Always adhere to all safety policies and procedures
• Properly document work performed along with time and materials used per park policies and procedures
• Report any maintenance, mechanical or structural issues to Maintenance and Park leadership in a timely and complete manner
• All other duties as assigned by Maintenance or Park leadership

Education and Experience

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent Equivalent work experience will also be considered
• Trade school training or other technical certification is a plus
• 1+ year of previous maintenance or construction work experience desired
• A background in a related trade such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, painting or landscaping is preferred but not required
• Previous work experience performing maintenance on roller coasters, amusement rides, or other attractions desired but not required

Language

Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English Spanish or other bilingual language skills are a plus.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age to comply with NH Labor Laws
• Ability to work flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, open to close
• Must possess a valid driver's license and a good driving record
• Must possess strong mechanical aptitude and ability to utilize a variety of hand and power tools in a safe and effective manner, including landscaping equipment
• General working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pumps, motors, hydraulics, pneumatics, plumbing and carpentry preferred
• Ability to read and comprehend ride maintenance manuals, blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings
• Familiarity and experience with theme park ride mechanics a plus
• Familiarity with state and local codes as they relate to theme park attractions a plus

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, twist, kneel, bend, climb, or squat for long periods of time
• Ability to remain on feet for majority of the workday
• Ability to carry, push, pull, lift, and hold objects weighing 75 pounds or more
• Ability to work in all non-conventional areas of the property, including in confined spaces or above ground-level, on scaffolds, ladde