Ride Carpenter/Mechanic

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation•Doswell, VA

About The Position

The Ride Maintenance Mechanic performs inspections, maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and annual rehabilitation of a variety of amusement rides and attractions. Responsibilities include maintaining mechanical and fluid-power components such as gearboxes, chains, sprockets, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, wire rope, hoists, brakes, pumps, and large bearings. The role requires safely climbing and working at heights, including heights up to 300 feet. The position performs scheduled and unscheduled preventative maintenance, conducts visual and auditory inspections, repairs and tests rides and related equipment, troubleshoots mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems, follows repair procedures, and maintains accurate inspection and repair records. It also involves reading manufacturer manuals and mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic blueprints, maintaining assigned equipment in safe working condition, coordinating with coworkers, and providing guest service according to Six Flags standards. This is a full-time role requiring the ability to work various shifts and days, including nights, weekends, and holidays. The estimated hourly rate is $27.00–$29.00, with eligibility for an annual performance-based bonus of up to 5%.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Must be at least 18 years old.
2 to 4 years of verifiable experience in mechanical maintenance.
Working knowledge of basic mechanical principles, including gear ratios, torque, common hand tools, and mechanical nomenclature.
Familiarity with bearings, bushings, couplers, shafting, and similar power transmission components.
Demonstrable knowledge of the fundamental principles of pneumatic systems or hydraulic systems.
Ability to work cooperatively with others in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment.
Ability to work safely and effectively at heights up to 300 feet above ground, using ladders, platforms, or other structures.
Ability to work nights, weekends, and holiday periods to meet business needs.
Valid state driver's license required.

Nice To Haves

Mechanical maintenance experience in an industrial or amusement setting is preferred.
Coaster carpentry experience is preferred.
Knowledge of both pneumatic and hydraulic systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform assigned daily, weekly, monthly, annual, and other required inspections of amusement rides and related equipment, taking corrective action when issues are identified.
Perform scheduled and unscheduled preventative maintenance, inspections, repairs, and testing of amusement rides and related equipment.
Repair or replace components such as hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders, gears, chains, sprockets, hoses, brakes, clutches, wheels, bearings, gearboxes, and springs.
Troubleshoot mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems and take appropriate corrective action.
Follow repair procedures and maintain accurate records of inspections and work performed; submit required paperwork to supervision promptly.
Maintain assigned equipment in safe, ready condition according to applicable codes, laws, rules, company policies, and best practices.
Work safely and efficiently on assigned tasks and coordinate with others as necessary.
Read, understand, and apply manufacturer manuals for servicing, repairs, and component replacement.
Read mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic blueprints accurately.
Provide guest service according to Six Flags standards, including initiating guest interactions, answering questions, and giving directions.