Manager, Ride Maintenance
About The Position
The Ride Maintenance Manager at COTALAND is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all rides and attractions within the park. This role leads maintenance personnel, ensures strict compliance with ASTM standards and manufacturer requirements, and drives preventive maintenance strategies to support daily operations and long-term asset reliability. This position plays a critical leadership role in ensuring all rides open on time, operate safely throughout the day, and are properly maintained to minimize downtime and extend equipment life.
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of experience in maintenance (amusement rides, industrial, or similar field)
- Minimum 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience
- Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
- Experience with preventive maintenance programs and CMMS platforms
- Working knowledge of safety standards and regulatory compliance
Nice To Haves
- Amusement/theme park maintenance experience
- Familiarity with major ride manufacturers (e.g., Vekoma, S&S, Zamperla, Gerstlauer, etc.)
- NAARSO, AIMS, or equivalent certification (or ability to obtain within 2 years)
- Experience with ride installation, commissioning, or large-scale rehab projects
Responsibilities
- Lead, supervise, and develop ride maintenance supervisors, leads, and technicians
- Establish daily staffing plans for ride opening (early morning inspections), operational coverage, and closing activities
- Promote a strong safety-first culture and enforce professional workplace standards
- Conduct performance evaluations, coaching, and disciplinary actions as required
- Support hiring, onboarding, and training of maintenance personnel
- Oversee all daily ride inspections to ensure rides are safe and ready for on-time opening
- Ensure execution of preventive maintenance (PM) programs in alignment with manufacturer guidelines and ASTM standards
- Manage corrective maintenance and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and controls-related issues
- Monitor ride performance and reliability, implementing improvements to reduce downtime
- Coordinate ride rehabilitations, refurbishments, and new installations
- Ensure compliance with ASTM standards, manufacturer specifications, and applicable state regulations
- Maintain accurate and complete maintenance records using CMMS systems (e.g., Mobaro)
- Coordinate third-party inspections including NDT, annual certifications, and specialty inspections
- Lead incident investigations and ensure proper documentation and corrective actions
- Enforce all safety procedures including LOTO, PPE, and safe work practices
- Develop and manage staffing schedules
- Ensure adequate staffing for ride opening inspections, in-park coverage, and closing tasks without reliance on overtime
- Plan and execute seasonal maintenance, shutdown work, and capital projects
- Collaborate with Park Operations to align ride availability with daily operational needs
- Maintain relationships with ride manufacturers and service vendors (OEMs and third-party providers)
- Manage procurement of spare parts, critical components, and maintenance supplies
- Develop and maintain recommended spare parts inventory for all attractions
- Review and manage vendor scopes, quotes, and service agreements
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
