Ride Technician- Mechanic

About the role

Busch Gardens is a place of thrills, fun, and positive, lasting memories. And that's just what it's like to work here!

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, and repair all park rides, including watercraft, slides, nets, and moving walks
• Hold all department safety standards, including test riding and inspections
• Complete all required documentation
• Communicate any ride-related questions/concerns to leadership
• Maintain proficiency in all manufacturing manuals for each ride
• Perform daily cleaning and maintenance duties, including care of tools
• Provide exceptional service to guests and team members

Requirements

• A high school diploma, trade school, or equivalent required
• A minimum of three years verifiable industrial maintenance experience, automotive, or military
• Advanced knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical, and conveyor systems
• A valid driver’s license and adherence to company driving guidelines
• Good written communication skills to complete maintenance documentation
• The ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings
• The ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, supervisors, and managers
• Possession of a proven team player
• The ability to possess a professional quality tool set
• Lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs. on a frequent basis
• Work on high steel or wood structures
• Wear a full body harness
• Be respirator trained
• Work both indoors and outdoors, exposed to a variety of weather conditions
• Engage in extensive walking and standing throughout the work shift
• Perform the following physical activities on a frequent basis: stand, walk, climb, bend, floor-to waist/waist-to-overhead and reach overhead, simple grasp, and fine manipulation tasks
• Perform all cleaning duties, including use of cleaning chemicals
• Promote and ensure a safe and secure environment for guests and fellow ambassadors
• Work a flexible schedule/hours based on business needs, to include opening, mid-, and closing shifts; nights, weekends, and holidays

Qualifications

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs. on a frequent basis
• Proficiency in all manufacturing manuals for each ride
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, supervisors, and managers
• Proven team player
• Professional quality tool set
• Valid driver’s license and adherence to company driving guidelines
• Advanced knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical, and conveyor systems
• Good written communication skills to complete maintenance documentation
• The ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings
• Ability to perform the following physical activities on a frequent basis: stand, walk, climb, bend, floor-to waist/waist-to-overhead and reach overhead, simple grasp, and fine manipulation tasks
• Ability to work on high steel or wood structures
• Ability to wear a full body harness
• Ability to be respirator trained
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors, exposed to a variety of weather conditions
• Ability to work a flexible schedule/hours based on business needs, to include opening, mid-, and closing shifts; nights, weekends, and holidays

Skills

• Technical, electrical, and mechanical expertise
• Safety standards compliance
• Documentation completion
• Communication with leadership and guests
• Ride operation maintenance
• Cleaning and maintenance duties
• Exceptional guest service

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes
• Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401K Retirement plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Legal Assistance Plan

Pay

$25.00 - $27.00 (plus)

Schedule

Flexible schedule/hours based on business needs, to include opening, mid-, and closing shifts; nights, weekends, and holidays