What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ride Technician position at Sesame Place?
Here is how you can jump into exciting opportunities that ensure a memorable and positive experience for our guests!
When you’re at one of our theme parks, the fun never ends! And our Electricians are a big reason why. If you’ve got the knowledge and skill to keep our rides in peak working order – get on board! Become a Electrician with SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment!
What you get to do:
As a Ride Technician, you’ll be responsible for performing all general maintenance of rides in order to provide a safe environment for guests and team members alike. We’re looking to you to make sure our rides are good to go! You will:
- Conduct daily ride inspections
- Perform preventative maintenance and scheduled services
- Provide support in troubleshooting problems with mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic equipment
- Provide excellent service to guests and team members
- Consistently practice safe work habits including, but not limited to the use of personal protective equipment, lifting and reporting of unsafe situations
- Maintain proficiency in all manufacturing manuals related to each individual ride
What it takes to succeed:
- Trade or Technical School (Certificate or diploma), *Electrical/Mechanical Engineering Schooling preferred
- Current PA electrical journeyman license preferred
- PLC/Electrical knowledge and prior mechanical experience preferred
- Experience in other related maintenance fields preferred (automotive mechanic/technician, production line mechanic, and aircraft mechanic, etc.)
What else is important:
- At least 18 years of age
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver’s license and ability to obtain a park driver’s license
- Ability to provide and use basic hand tools
- Ability to pass all ride competency tests and obtain certification
- Ability to frequently lift, push and pull a minimum of 50 pounds
- Excellent communication skills and basic math abilities
- Ability to walk uphill and work on heights above 150 feet
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to stand, walk, and work for prolonged periods of time in extreme weather
- Flexibility in working varied hours, including weekends, evenings, and holidays
- Ability to operate and maneuver in and around tights spaces
- Ability to bend, reach, twist, and turn with complete flexibility
- Ability to meet all ride requirements and be comfortable test-riding all rides
The perks of the position:
As part of the Sesame Street family, you’ll enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment and great teammates, as well as:
- Paid Floating Holidays
- Accrual based Paid Time Off
- SEA Employee Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes
- SEA Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401K plan
- Voluntary Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Benefits
- Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Legal Assistance Plan
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Mechanical knowledge: 3 years (Required)
- Hand tools: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30