Adventureland Park - Ride Controls Technician

Our story began 75 years ago when the Herschend family discovered wonder deep in an Ozark Mountain cave—and chose to share it with the world. Today, Herschend is the largest family-held themed attractions company, with over 40 leading attractions and immersive experiences that reach audiences worldwide.

While each brand offers something unique, all are united by a shared purpose: Bringing Families Closer Together by Creating Memories Worth Repeating®. Our passionate hosts make this purpose possible through everyday acts of love and service—what we call Heartspitality®—the intersection of heart and hospitality.

As an equal-opportunity employer, we strive to provide environments where every host, guest, and partner feel welcome, valued, and loved. We firmly believe that words and actions matter, which is why all individuals are to be treated equally and with respect.

The Rides Controls Technician provides support to the Ride Controls Supervisor to ensure successful operation. This position is safety-focused and has consistent interaction with all other maintenance hosts to complete tasks in a timely manner. The Rides Controls Technician provides support to all maintenance and construction divisions to ensure a successful park operation. This position is guest-facing and has consistent interaction with all team members to complete tasks in a timely manner.

We Are Currently Looking For a

Adventureland Park - Ride Controls Technician

Roles & Responsibilities

• Perform expert electrical maintenance for all rides, attractions, food stands, stages, and CCTV throughout the entire facility.
• Respond to electrical-related issues in a timely manner; troubleshoot and repair any electrical problems in a safe and effective manner
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, local, and company policies and regulations, including those established by OSHA, etc.
• Develop strong practical knowledge and skills in the areas of electrical/electronic maintenance and repair, including PLC’s, Motors, Drives, Switches, Sensors
• Maintain electrical services to park buildings and other structures
• Conduct periodic inspections of electrical services to proactively identify issues
• Participate in the setup of special park events (e.g. holiday lights, concerts, etc)
• Research new trends and advances in electrical products to help remain current with emerging technologies
• Promptly notify maintenance and/or park leadership of any escalated maintenance issues or safety hazards
• Maintain all storage areas, shops, and mechanical areas in a clean, safe, organized, and secure manner
• Safely operate company owned trucks, forklifts, and other equipment
• Safely and effectively utilize standard electrical maintenance equipment and hand tools, vehicles, hydraulic benders, ladders and scaffolding, electrical testing equipment, welding equipment, torches, park rides, telephone, hand-held two-way radio, and manlift/forklift.
• Perform routine administrative tasks for the Maintenance department, including ordering
• materials
• Assist all other Maintenance and trades team members with completing maintenance projects
• Ability to establish priorities for self and other team members.
• Assess maintenance needs for day-to-day operations and off-season rehab.
• Use common tools such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches.
• Conduct routine inspections of premises and equipment.
• Ability to trouble shoot and correct electrical and mechanical issues.
• Replace defective parts when necessary.
• Promptly responds to reports of problems and concerns.
• Assists all guests in a courteous manner.
• Maintain the grounds in a neat, clean, safe, and attractive manner.
• Perform repairs following established safety standards and wearing necessary safety equipment.
• Assist other team members.
• Maintains all storage areas, shops, and mechanical areas in a clean, safe, organized, and secure manner.
• Safely operating companies own trucks, forklifts, and other equipment.
• All other duties and projects assigned by Maintenance or Park leadership.
  
  

Education And Experience

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent; Equivalent work experience will also be considered
• 1-2 years previous work experience in maintenance or mechanics is highly desired.
• Previous work experience performing maintenance on roller coasters, amusement rides, or other attractions desired but not required
  
  

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

Requirements

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent
• College degree or other technical certification in Engineering or related discipline preferred; Equivalent work experience will also be considered
• 2-3 years previous work experience performing maintenance on roller coasters, amusement rides, or other attractions, preferred
• 3 years of control / PLC experience, preferred
• 3 years of power distribution, preferred
• 1 year of previous supervisory experience, preferably in a maintenance capacity
• Previous amusement park, theme park, or waterpark maintenance experience highly desired
  
  

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, twist, kneel, bend, climb, or squat for long periods of time
• Ability to remain on feet for majority of the workday
• Ability to carry, push, pull, lift, and hold objects weighing 75 pounds or more
• Ability to work in all non-conventional areas of the property, including in confined spaces or above ground-level, on scaffolds, ladders, and manlifts
• Ability to consistently use hands to grasp, control, move objects/tools
• Ability to see differences between colors and brightness
• Ability to see details of objects that are more than a few feet away
  
  

Working Conditions

• Frequent exposure to the variable outside temperatures, including high heat, cold, direct sun, humidity, dust, rain, snow, ice, and other weather conditions
• Subject to constant repetitive motion, high noise levels, vibrations, motorized equipment, and exposure to various chemicals and greases
• Subject to bloodborne pathogens; Proper PPE is required in these situations.
• Subject to working at significant heights greater than 100 feet
  
  

Team Member Benefits

Team member benefits:  

    

Working at Adventureland Park is about making people happy! It’s about being independent and having fun, making new friends, and earning extra money while doing so. As a Adventureland Park host, you can be the smiling face that makes a great first impression for incoming guests, a cook that serves up tasty treats and culinary delights, a lifeguard who soaks up the sun while keeping guests safe, or a ride operator that keeps guests coming back for more thrills! There are many exciting seasonal job opportunities available to take your summer job to new heights!  

Park Perks & Benefits:  

Flexible schedule  

• Ability to cross-train and learn unique skills across various departments  
• Free admission to Adventureland Theme Park/Waterpark and select Entertainment parks on your days off  
• Invitations to exclusive company-sponsored host events throughout the season      
  
  

We’ve got great jobs for people just starting out in the workforce, looking for a second job, or staying active after retirement. If you want a fun, flexible job with an innovative company, look no further than Adventureland Park. Apply today!  

Do not miss the chance to spark your career now!  

Do not miss the chance to spark your career now!