Roller Coaster Maintenance Technician (Carpenter)

Koch Development Corporation•Santa Claus, IN

15h•Onsite

About The Position

The Roller Coaster Maintenance Technician is a full-time position responsible for inspecting, maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and refurbishing wooden roller coaster structures. This role ensures all coasters and equipment comply with state and federal laws, as well as manufacturers’ operating standards and requirements. The technician performs visual and auditory inspections of roller coasters and maintains proper records for all inspections, maintenance, and repairs of wooden roller coaster structures. Coaster Technicians are also eligible for a skill-based pay program that allows them to increase their rate of pay by developing knowledge and skills through certifications and cross-training in other departments.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Ability to operate a skid steer loader, telehandler, manlift, and forklift, use hand power tools such as electric drills, saws, grinders, hoists, impact wrenches, etc.
Ability to work at heights up to and including 150 feet
Strong verbal and written communication skills in the English language
Ability to spend multiple days off-site or on-site to attend seminars, meetings, and training events
Ability to properly use a respirator and pass a full-face respirator fit test, if needed
Ability to wear PPE
Dependable attendance record
Valid driver’s license
Ability to work full-time and weekends
Frequently required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms
Ability to climb stairs and ladders, crawl, kneel, bend, stoop, and reach high and low
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus, capable of identifying colors
Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds
Ability to work at heights 150 feet above ground
Ability to work in sunny, hot, cold, windy, rainy, noisy environments, and confined spaces
Acceptable pre-employment drug screen and background check
Must have good hearing and visual acuity to observe unusual sound or noise from rides or equipment and/or variation of ride or equipment operation, speed, or performance

Nice To Haves

Carpentry skills are strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Lead the safety effort by personal example
Adhere to SOPs and other work procedures as required to assist employees and assure Guest satisfaction
Use and maintain Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari’s equipment and property in the appropriate manner
Always follow instructions of posted safety signs and warnings to ensure personal well-being
Immediately report all injuries to direct supervisor, management on duty, or the Full-Time Safety Team
Work safely and comply with all safety regulations
Comply with all policies, rules, and regulations of Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari
Perform routine and preventive maintenance on wooden roller coaster track, structure, and auxiliary roller coaster equipment
Climb wooden roller coaster structures daily to inspect, maintain, and repair
Repair wooden roller coaster track and structure when needed
Inspect, maintain, and repair auxiliary equipment associated with roller coaster operations
Become certified as a technician within the amusement park industry
Perform housekeeping tasks to keep the workplace clean
Document maintenance activities
Diagnose problems with control systems at wooden coasters to prevent/resolve downtime
Troubleshoot roller coaster control systems
Learn new tasks and skills at the park and attending company sponsored training off-site, if needed
Complete trainings in a timely manner
All other duties as assigned