Facilities Electrician II

Full-time, Level II position.

Schedule

Ability to work various shifts and days including nights, weekends, and holiday periods to meet business needs.

Responsibilities

• Inspects and evaluates rides for proper function.
• Detects and investigates any electronic/electrical malfunctions or irregularities and responds to daily trouble calls.
• Orders parts as needed for maintaining ride control systems.
• Ensures rides are maintained according to the manufacturer, Six Flags, and state guidelines to ensure the safety of ride control operators and guests.
• Makes suggestions on improving or retrofitting existing ride control systems when variables such as obsolescence indicate the need for doing so.
• Coordinates activities with other departments and crews as necessary.
• Maintains working copy of existing control system software and keeps up-to-date with newer versions.
• Maintains integrity of ride control programs and annually checks for discrepancies of each ride system.
• Coordinates and performs annual preventative maintenance of ride control systems.
• Maintains documentation of ride control systems.
• Prepares and/or processes numerous maintenance records, shift reports, purchase orders, modification forms, estimates, contract agreements, schedules, etc.
• Assists in other areas where control expertise is required such as energy management lighting systems.
• May oversee the work of outside contractors.
• Attends workshops, trainings, meetings, etc. to maintain skills and stay abreast of industry trends, products, and resources.
• Receives and reviews various records and reports, including maintenance requests, maintenance reports, schematics, ride modification forms, purchase orders, equipment manuals, shift reports, safety sheets, down time reports, contractor quotes, etc.
• Refers to policy and procedure manuals, maintenance manuals, technical manuals and diagrams, blueprints, computer manuals, ride manuals, catalogs, reference manuals, etc.
• Operates a variety of equipment and machinery, which may include a vehicle, snorkel lift, forklift, computer, two-way radio, etc.
• Uses a variety of supplies and tools, which may include computer and clerical supplies, electrician tools, meters, scopes, other hand and power tools, etc.
• Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals, such as the immediate supervisor, other Park managers and staff, co-workers, guests, vendors, contractors, inspectors, etc.
• Provides guest service according to Six Flags standards when serving the guest, including initiating guest interactions, answering questions, and giving directions.
• Maintains cleanliness and safety in assigned work area and performs all duties in compliance with Six Flags safety guidelines and requirements and reports all unsafe or unusual conditions to supervisor.
• Meets Six Flags’ attendance requirements as outlined in Six Flags’ attendance policies.
• Adheres to Six Flags’ code of conduct including costuming and grooming standards as outlined in employees’ Guidelines and other park/division specific policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum 1-2 years related experience in industrial electrical maintenance work, or a school equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Themed amusement park experience a plus.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Ability to climb and work at heights up to 330 feet.

Skills

• Solid knowledge of control processors, components, and communication networks used in real-time industrial applications.
• Excellent skills in motor and motion control methods and components and in designing and implementing closed-loop motion control.
• Good skills with using the tools and equipment required.
• Basic skills using AutoCAD.
• Ability to communicate effectively and coordinate between co-workers, guests, vendors, contractors, and inspectors.
• PLC programming and configuration.

Qualifications

• Associate degree (2-year college) in Electrical/Electronic repair and maintenance.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Typically requires 4-6 years of electrical controls experience, including at least 2 years working on similar electrical controls.
• Directly related experience or a combination of directly related education and experience and/or competencies may be considered in place of the above requirements.

Benefits

• 3 weeks paid vacation (6 sick days, 8 paid holidays).
• Several medical coverage options to fit your needs.
• 401K match.
• Maintenance-specific scholarships available.
• Free entry to all Six Flags parks and water parks.

Perks

• Yearly maintenance appreciation week celebration.
• Complimentary tickets for friends and family.
• Discounts on food and park merchandise.
• Full-time and part-time employee events and gatherings.