Theme Park Rides Maintenance Technician

Koch Development Corporation•Santa Claus, IN

10h•Onsite

About The Position

You’re part of a proud tradition when you work with us at Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari. From our humble beginnings in 1946 as Santa Claus Land, America’s first theme park has grown into a world-class attraction in the heart of Santa Claus, Indiana. Holiday World’s top-ranked coasters and attractions, along with its lovingly restored and maintained classic rides, are matched only by Splashin’ Safari water park—the Water Coaster Capital of the World. Theme Park Rides Maintenance Technician is a full-time position that will spend a significant amount of time working on rides at Holiday World. This position is responsible for performing a wide variety of duties in the inspection, maintenance, and repair of rides, attractions, vehicles, and other mechanical devices in the park. These Technicians are responsible for applying preventative measures to attractions to reduce the risk of future problems. Maintenance Technicians are also eligible for our skill-based pay program! This compensation program allows our Part & Full-Time Maintenance Team to increase their rate of pay by developing their knowledge and skills at our parks through the completion of certifications and cross-training in other departments.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
Knowledge and ability to inspect, maintain, and repair various rides and equipment throughout the parks
Ability to troubleshoot and repair various mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems
Ability to read and interpret drawings, diagrams, and instructions
Ability to operate a skid steer loader, manlift, and forklift, use hand power tools such as electric drills, saws, grinders, hoists, impact wrenches, etc.
Strong verbal and written communication skills in the English language
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
Acceptable pre-employment drug screen and background check

Nice To Haves

Minimum of three years’ experience in mechanical, electrical, or instrumentation maintenance preferred
Industrial maintenance experience 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 your personal well-being
Immediately report all injuries to your direct supervisor, management on duty, or the Full-Time Safety Team
Ensure the safe operation of the Rides for our Team Members and Guests
Troubleshoot, maintain, and repair various systems including automation, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic
Perform routine and preventative maintenance on park rides, equipment, vehicles, and other mechanical devices
Inspect roller coaster trains
Diagnose problems with control systems at wooden coasters to prevent/solve downtime
Learn new tasks and skills at the park and attending company-sponsored training off-site, if needed
Disassemble and reassemble machinery
Perform highly diversified duties to maintain park operation
Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service
Diagnose problems, replace, or repair parts, test and make adjustments
Document maintenance activities and close out work orders
Other duties as assigned by management