Chief Ride Mechanic
City Park Conservancy•New Orleans, LA
•$30 - $32•Onsite
About The Position
The Chief Ride Mechanic oversees the maintenance and safe operation of all rides and attractions while leading the ride mechanic team. This role ensures equipment reliability, compliance with safety standards, and efficient daily operations.
Requirements
- At least 4 years’ experience in the mechanical or electrical field.
- Electrical control experience is necessary to work on amusement rides.
- Experience in pneumatics, valves, gears, electrical circuitry, engines, electrical motors, starters, etc.
- Able to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with fellow employees.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Interpersonal skills to deal effectively with all business contacts.
- Professional appearance and demeanor.
- Ability to effectively communicate in English in both written and oral forms.
- Excellent trouble-shooting abilities.
- Must possess the mental and physical capacities necessary to perform the primary job duties
- Must be able to obtain NAARSO/AIMS Level 1 Mechanical certification upon first available testing. Training provided.
- Must have a valid U.S. Driver's license and must meet the City Park Motor Vehicle policy criteria to become authorized as a driver.
Nice To Haves
- Post-high school training in related fields.
- Ability to diagnose and understand programming faults with PLCs
- Trade school certification.
- Welding experience
- Previous experience working in the amusement park industry with NAARSO/AIMS Certification
Responsibilities
- Understand and apply ASTM standards related to amusement rides
- Perform and oversee routine inspections of rides and attractions to ensure safe operation
- Maintain, install, repair, and troubleshoot rides and park equipment
- Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues and perform necessary repairs
- Inspect machinery and equipment to identify maintenance needs
- Repair or replace worn or defective parts using appropriate tools
- Plan, schedule, and perform preventative maintenance on rides and equipment
- Maintain accurate daily logs of maintenance work and preventative maintenance records
- Review equipment logs, track usage hours, and prepare reports for leadership
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals
- Utilize basic computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Ensure overall equipment condition by addressing operational concerns and inspection findings
- Perform other related duties as assigned
- Supervise, schedule, and support ride mechanic staff
- Train team members on maintenance procedures, safety standards, and proper equipment use
- Partner with the Director to ensure consistent training and adherence to safety practices
- Provide guidance, coaching, and performance feedback to team members
- Monitor equipment use and address operator-related damage, coordinating documentation and next steps with the Amusements Manager
- Review Equipment Logs and tally equipment hours and submit reports quarterly to Director.
Benefits
- competitive benefits package
- unique park perks
- Training provided for NAARSO/AIMS Level 1 Mechanical certification
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
High school or GED
