Adventureland Park - Aquatics Maintenance Technician (Seasonal)

Herschend • Altoona, IA

18d

About The Position

The Aquatic Maintenance Technician is responsible for the modification, repair, and refurbishment of attractions and equipment located within waterpark or aquatics facilities. This position completes preventative maintenance, testing attractions, adjusting controls, diagnoses issues, ensuring water quality, and repairing system malfunctions as they occur. This position plays an integral role in ensuring the safe and continuous operation of water park rides and attractions, which, in turn, strengthens guest satisfaction.

Requirements

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent; Equivalent work experience will also be considered
• Must be at least 18 years of age to comply with Iowa Child Labor Laws
• Ability to work flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, open to close
• Must possess strong mechanical aptitude and ability to utilize a variety of hand and power tools in a safe and effective manner
• Must possess a general practical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics, plumbing, and carpentry; knowledge of pumps and motors a plus
• Ability to read and comprehend ride maintenance manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings
• Familiarity with state and local codes as they relate to Aquatics attractions
• Must provide own tools including but not limited to screwdrivers, hammers, pry bars, punches, wrenches, standard socket set up to 1 inch, and metric socket set up to 24mm.
• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, twist, kneel, bend, 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, ladders, and manlifts
• Ability to consistently use hands to grasp, control, move objects/tools
• Ability to see differences between colors and brightness
• Ability to see details of objects that are more than a few feet away

Nice To Haves

• 2+ years previous work experience in maintenance or mechanics highly desired.
• 1-2 years previous work experience at a waterpark, swimming pool, or other aquatics-related facility is preferred
• Working knowledge with water chemistry, pumps, and motors highly desired
• Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English; Spanish or other bilingual language skills are a plus.
• Familiarity and experience with fiberglass and other water slide structures a plus

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily pre-opening inspections of waterslides and pools to ensure there are no safety or performance issues.
• Ensures that all pools are chemically balanced for operation according to codes and standards set by state and local Health Department and park management
• Ability to respond to trouble calls, diagnose, and correct mechanical issues.
• Maintain the property in a clean, presentable, and safe manner.
• Perform repairs and service as directed by the manufacturers’ requirements and specifications.
• Perform preventative maintenance such as painting, battery replacement, smoke detector checks, HVAC Cleaning, door/ lock repair, plumbing, cleaning, painting, drywall repair, basic carpentry, electrical repairs, and various other issues that arise
• Schedules repair, maintenance, and installation of machines, tools, and equipment to ensure continuous production operations.
• Utilize the proper PPE, depending on the nature of the job.
• Maintains all storage areas, shops, and mechanical areas in a clean, safe, organized, and secure manner
• Complete repair work orders in a timely manner.
• Keep maintenance and Park leadership fully informed of current issues.
• All other duties assigned by leadership

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Ability to cross-train and learn unique skills across various departments
• Free admission to Adventureland Theme Park/Waterpark and select parks on your days off
• Invitations to exclusive company-sponsored host events throughout the season

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED