Kennywood - Rides Maintenance Assistant

Roles & Responsibilities

The Ride Maintenance assistant helps support the Ride Maintenance team with basic repair and maintenance tasks, shop organization, and cleaning. This position will also shadow the mechanics and learn basic skills that can help the team operation.

• Aid in repair and maintenance of park property.
• Assist the maintenance team in maintaining the parks attractions.
• Related duties may include ride operation, maintenance, and clean-up.
• Aid the Ride Maintenance team with cleaning of tools or parts.
• Assist in the ride tear down and winter rehab under the guidance and supervision of other experienced mechanics.
• Absorb responsibility for tools and materials.
• Help the Ride Maintenance team with creating and maintaining a detailed part inventory.
• Keep the maintenance shop and the surrounding lot clean and organized to present a professional appearance at all times.
• Maintain compliance with company and industry best practices, policies, and procedures to create a safe environment for colleagues and guests.
• All other duties assigned by leadership.

Education And Experience

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Equivalent work experience will also be considered.
• 1+ years previous work experience in maintenance or mechanics preferred but not required.

Language

• Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English.
• Spanish or other bilingual language skills are a plus.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age to comply with Pennsylvania Child Labor Laws.
• Ability to work flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, open to close.
• Must possess strong mechanical aptitude and ability to utilize a variety of hand and power tools in a safe and effective manner.
• Must possess basic general knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics, welding, and small combustion engine repair.
• Ability to read and comprehend ride maintenance manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent exposure to the variable outside temperatures, including high heat, cold, direct sun, humidity, dust, rain, snow, ice, and other weather conditions.
• Constant repetitive motion, high noise levels, vibrations, motorized equipment, and exposure to various chemicals and greases.
• Working at significant heights.

Working Conditions

• Frequent exposure to the variable outside temperatures, including high heat, cold, direct sun, humidity, dust, rain, snow, ice, and other weather conditions.
• Constant repetitive motion, high noise levels, vibrations, motorized equipment, and exposure to various chemicals and greases.
• Working at significant heights.
• Exposure to bloodborne pathogens.

Team Member Benefits

• Flexible schedule.
• Ability to cross-train and learn unique skills across various departments.
• Free admission to Kennywood and other parks on your days off.
• Invitations to exclusive company-sponsored employee events throughout the season.