Year-Round Ride Maintenance Technician

Magic Springs Theme and Waterpark; Hot Springs (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Life/AD&D/STD insurance

Park admission & discounts

Job summary

Magic Springs Theme & Water Park in Arkansas is seeking a dedicated Ride Maintenance Technician to perform skilled work in our maintenance department. This full-time, year-round role focuses on safety, reliability, and performance of our ride systems.

The ideal candidate will troubleshoot mechanical systems, conduct preventive maintenance, and document repairs while coordinating with the Ride Maintenance Manager to ensure guest experiences are safe and unforgettable.

Qualifications

• Must have basic knowledge of mechanical systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, and electricity.
• Must be able to work outdoors in varied weather conditions.
• Ability to multi-task, work independently or with a team, and take initiative.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays during the park’s operating season.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the highest standards of safety on all attractions and rides.
• Perform daily safety checks on park attractions and ensure repairs are completed.
• Perform preventive maintenance, repairs, and overhauls on rides, equipment and facilities ensuring complete compliance of the manufacturer’s specifications and park’s standards.
• Respond to all maintenance-related radio calls in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Communicate when equipment failures result in attraction downtime or closures.
• Work with team members to ensure complete compliance with the manufacturer’s specifications and park’s standards.
• Maintain all appropriate documentation.
• Communicate hazards to the Ride Maintenance Supervisor and Maintenance Manager to ensure safe repairs.
• Support seasonal preparation and shutdown activities.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and light equipment safely and responsibly.
• Collaborate with manager to perform other duties as assigned.
• Follow all safety procedures, OSHA standards, and company policies.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Pneumatics

Hydraulics

Electricity

Job description

Magic Springs Theme & Water Park — Arkansas’s only theme and water park combo — is seeking a dedicated Ride Maintenance Technician to perform skilled work within our maintenance department. This is a full-time, year-round opportunity that offers competitive benefits and the chance to make a lasting impact on the guest experience. Ideal candidates will have working knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, and electricity.

• Paid time off
• 401(k) with company contributions after eligibility
• Company-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
• Free park admission and discounts for family and friends

Position Summary:

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt - Hourly

Reports To: Ride Maintenance Manager

The Ride Maintenance Technician plays a critical role in ensuring the safety, reliability, and performance of our ride systems. From troubleshooting mechanical systems to performing preventive maintenance, their work ensures every ride delivers excitement, reliability, and unforgettable experiences. This position is ideal for a hands-on problem solver who takes pride in precision, teamwork, and maintaining complex mechanical and electrical equipment in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain the highest standards of safety on all attractions and rides.
• Perform daily safety checks on park attractions and rides and ensure repairs are completed.
• Perform preventive maintenance, repairs, and overhauls on rides, equipment and facilities ensuring complete compliance of the manufacturer’s specifications and park’s standards.
• Respond to all maintenance-related radio calls in a timely and appropriate manner. Communicate when equipment failures result in attraction downtime or closures.
• Work with team members to ensure complete compliance with the manufacturer’s specifications and park’s standards.
• Maintain all appropriate documentation.
• Communicate with the Ride Maintenance Supervisor and Maintenance Manager any hazards that arise to ensure the safe completion of repairs.
• Support seasonal preparation and shutdown activities.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, and light equipment safely and responsibly.
• Collaborate with manager to perform other duties as assigned.
• Follow all safety procedures, OSHA standards, and company policies.

Qualifications:

• Must have basic knowledge of mechanical systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, and electricity.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Ability to multi-task, work independently or with a team, and take initiative.
• Ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions while performing physical tasks.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays during the park’s operating season.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to walk the park grounds regularly in varying weather conditions for up to 8 hours a shift.
• Requires frequent kneeling, bending, and reaching above the shoulders.
• Requires frequent lifting and carrying of up to 30 pounds.
• Requires occasional carrying of up to 100 pounds using a two-wheel hand truck or similar assistive device.
• Requires occasional pushing and pulling.
• Requires manual and bi-manual dexterity, fine and gross motor skills, hand/eye coordination, near vision, hearing, and speech.
• Requires frequent exposure to moderate to high noise levels.