Adventureland Park - Carpenter

Splish Splash Water Park • Altoona, IA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

A Carpenter ensures the highest standard of park operational repair and maintenance by meeting all required guidelines. Under the direct supervision of the Maintenance Manager/Director, Carpenters modify, repair, and refurbish wooden structures throughout the park. The role includes inspecting and maintaining buildings, attractions, wooden roller coaster tracks, and other structures; documenting hazards and completed work; and using hand tools, power tools, and heavy equipment to complete repairs and construction projects. Carpenters also maintain clean, safe, organized, and secure work and storage areas and promptly report escalated maintenance issues or safety hazards.

This position requires a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and work in indoor and outdoor park areas. The work may involve significant heights, confined spaces, scaffolds, ladders, and manlifts, as well as exposure to variable weather, noise, machinery, dust, and other materials. The position requires physical stamina, including the ability to lift or hold objects weighing 75 pounds or more and climb roller coasters. Candidates must provide their own specified tools and have reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and a good driving record.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent; equivalent work experience will also be considered.
• At least 18 years of age to comply with Iowa Child Labor Laws.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, from open to close.
• Reliable transportation to and from work for scheduled shifts.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Safety-conscious and able to follow safety protocols, including proper use of personal protective equipment when required.
• Ability to interact positively and professionally with team members, guests, contractors, and suppliers.
• Ability to comprehend blueprints and schematic diagrams and follow manufacturers’ guidelines for equipment and attractions.
• Ability to operate trade equipment and make repairs while following company policies and procedures.
• Ability to safely and effectively use common power and hand tools.
• Must provide own tools, including screwdrivers, hammers, pry bars, punches, wrenches, a standard socket set up to 1 inch, and a metric socket set up to 24mm.
• Ability to follow directions, multitask, and work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to stand, walk, and remain on feet for extended periods.
• Ability to frequently stoop, twist, kneel, bend, squat, or reach above the shoulders.
• Ability to carry, push, pull, lift, and hold objects weighing 75 pounds or more.
• Ability to climb roller coasters and work in confined spaces or above ground level on scaffolds, ladders, and manlifts.
• Ability to consistently use hands to grasp, control, and move objects and tools.
• Ability to distinguish differences in color and brightness and see details of objects more than a few feet away.
• Ability to work in indoor and outdoor park areas and tolerate variable weather, significant heights, repetitive motion, high noise levels, vibrations, machinery, motorized equipment, vehicles, dust, dirt, grease, oils, chemicals, detergents, and cleaners.

Nice To Haves

• Two-year vocational, trade school, or associate’s degree preferred but not required.
• Two or more years of previous maintenance or carpentry work experience highly desired.
• Previous maintenance or carpentry experience on roller coasters, rides, or other attractions preferred.
• Spanish or other bilingual language skills are a plus.
• General working knowledge of carpentry practices and techniques is desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform carpentry-related repair and maintenance throughout the park.
• Construct, modify, repair, and refurbish structural systems of buildings and attractions.
• Perform preventive maintenance inspections of wooden structures, including buildings, interior finishes, and roofing.
• Inspect wooden roller coaster tracks and attractions daily, assist with required repairs, and document identified hazards.
• Conduct daily safety inspections throughout the park.
• Erect, install, and repair structures and fixtures made of wood, plywood, and other building materials using hand and power tools.
• Select building materials and supplies needed for projects.
• Safely operate power tools and trade-related heavy equipment.
• Assemble frameworks and use tools to complete repairs.
• Use basic measurement skills for carpentry work, including interpreting blueprints and elevations and identifying materials needed.
• Fabricate and install signs, stairs, furniture, walls, and other assigned structures.
• Install structures and fixtures such as windows, framing, flooring, and trim.
• Use daily, weekly, monthly, and annual maintenance logs to track work performed on rides and attractions.
• Promptly notify maintenance or park leadership about escalated maintenance issues or safety hazards.
• Keep storage areas, shops, and mechanical areas clean, safe, organized, and secure.
• Safely operate company-owned trucks, forklifts, and other equipment.
• Complete other duties and projects assigned by Maintenance or Park leadership.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED