Director of Maintenance & Facilities (Starting at $95,000)

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation • Corfu, NY

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About The Position

Six Flags Darien Lake is seeking an experienced leader to direct its Maintenance Division and oversee maintenance, construction, and facilities operations. The role provides strategic and hands-on leadership to support the safety, reliability, and long-term performance of the park. The Director develops strong teams, strengthens preventative maintenance and reliability practices, supports projects, and ensures work complies with applicable requirements and company standards.

This is a full-time, year-round senior management position. The schedule is flexible according to park and operational needs and may include select evenings, weekends, and holidays. A bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred, although an equivalent combination of education, technical training, and professional experience will be considered.

Requirements

• At least 7 years of progressively responsible experience in maintenance, engineering, facilities, construction, project management, manufacturing, utilities, amusement attractions, or another complex technical operating environment.
• Demonstrated experience leading technical teams and developing leaders in a complex, safety-focused operation.
• Experience managing construction, capital, infrastructure, or major maintenance projects, including budgets, schedules, contractors, procurement, documentation, and execution.
• Strong knowledge of preventative maintenance, asset reliability, safety practices, operational controls, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects and operational priorities while maintaining focus on safety, quality, budget, and schedule.
• Strong leadership, communication, collaboration, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with team members, park leadership, contractors, vendors, manufacturers, regulatory representatives, and other business partners.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and ability to use business technology and reporting tools effectively.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on business and operational needs, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to successfully complete employment screening requirements in accordance with company policy and applicable law.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Technology, Construction Management, Business/Management, or a related field.
• Experience with IBM Maximo or another computerized maintenance management/enterprise asset management system (CMMS/EAM).

Responsibilities

• Lead the Maintenance Division and provide strategic direction for ride maintenance, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, preventative maintenance, facilities and structural repairs, construction, landscaping, and operational support.
• Champion a safety-first culture by setting expectations, reinforcing safe work practices, conducting appropriate inspections and safety meetings, and ensuring work meets OSHA requirements, regulatory standards, manufacturer requirements, and company policies.
• Develop and execute short- and long-range maintenance strategies for rides, vehicles, facilities, and equipment, including preventative maintenance programs, seasonal and winter overhauls, rehabilitation projects, and asset-reliability initiatives.
• Manage the division's operating and capital budgets, labor and material expenditures, procurement, inventory, and financial performance.
• Coach, develop, and retain maintenance leaders and team members; set performance expectations and provide feedback, recognition, development, and accountability.
• Collaborate with park departments to establish priorities, anticipate operational needs, resolve challenges, and support park readiness and the guest experience.
• Maintain productive relationships with contractors, vendors, manufacturers, engineers, and other technical partners supporting maintenance, construction, inspections, repairs, and capital projects.
• Maintain professional working relationships with state and local officials and regulatory authorities responsible for inspecting and overseeing park facilities, rides, and equipment.
• Identify operational and safety risks, drive corrective action, and promote continuous improvement in maintenance practices, reliability, documentation, training, and departmental performance.

Benefits

• Three weeks of paid vacation, increasing with tenure, plus seven sick days and 11 paid holidays.
• Multiple medical plan options.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Complimentary admission to Six Flags parks and water parks.
• Complimentary tickets for friends and family.
• Discounts on food and park merchandise.
• Special events and gatherings for full-time team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed