Auto Mechanic

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation•Santa Clara, CA

4d•$27 - $45

About The Position

The Auto Mechanic maintains automotive and vehicle servicing operations by inspecting, troubleshooting, diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles. The role coordinates and conducts inspections, maintenance, modifications, and improvements on small and large, light and heavy equipment and vehicles, and may assist with shop or park planning and scheduling. This is a full-time, year-round, mid-level position. The schedule may include various shifts and days, including nights, weekends, and holidays, to meet business needs. The position maintains repair and maintenance schedules and records, monitors parts and fuel-related inventory, and services emergency backup generators at critical locations throughout the property. Diesel engine experience is considered a plus. Compensation is $26.96–$44.94 per hour, based on experience. Benefits include paid time off, sick days, paid holidays, medical coverage options, dental and vision coverage, a 401(k) match, and maintenance-specific scholarships. Additional perks include free admission to the company’s parks and water parks, an annual maintenance appreciation week, complimentary tickets for friends and family, discounts on food and merchandise, and employee events and gatherings.

Requirements

High school graduation or equivalent and 2–4 years of trade school.
Valid driver’s license.
At least 5 years of auto mechanic experience, including at least 3 years diagnosing and repairing gasoline, diesel, and electric motors or engines.
Extensive knowledge of methods and standard practices of welding, machining, and automotive trades.
Exceptional attention to detail and ability to troubleshoot and identify causes of mechanical or electronic malfunctions.
Skills in reading, modifying, or correcting blueprints, sketches, and drawings.
Strong independent decision-making, nonstandard problem-solving, troubleshooting, planning, and organizing skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Must have own trade tools.
Ability to pass a background check if 18 years of age or older; the check may include credit, criminal, DMV, previous employment, education, and personal references, subject to company policy and applicable law.
Ability to work various shifts and days, including nights, weekends, and holiday periods, to meet business needs.

Nice To Haves

Diesel engine experience.

Responsibilities

Plan repair schedules for park equipment and vehicle maintenance programs; inspect, service, test, troubleshoot, and repair a variety of vehicles and equipment.
Comply with state and federal vehicle requirements, including testing engines for safety, and adhere to local CARB gasoline internal combustion control standards.
Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and perform preventative maintenance, upgrades, and modifications on various equipment and vehicles.
Prepare, maintain, and retain records related to automotive inspections and repair work, work orders, job status, estimates, and proposed or completed projects.
Continuously improve repair operations by decreasing turnaround times, streamlining work processes, and cooperating with others to provide quality service.
Maintain and monitor inventory levels for gasoline, diesel, and propane fill stations and associated tanks; refill small propane tanks as needed.
Monitor, inspect, repair, and test emergency backup generators according to schedule at critical locations throughout the property.
Maintain stock and spare parts inventory, including tires, oils and fluids, specialty oils, spark plugs, electric cart parts, batteries, and miscellaneous lubricants.
Assist with repair parts ordering, verify accuracy, receive parts, and provide training and development as opportunities allow.
Perform other duties as assigned to support smooth operations for all park vehicles.