Ride Mechanic

1 week ago

Mason, Ohio, United States Kings Island Full time
Overview: The Amusement Ride Mechanic will be responsible for performing a variety of tasks related to the inspection, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of amusement rides and related equipment.

This is a full-time position offering a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) match.

Responsibilities: As an Amusement Ride Maintenance Mechanic, your primary responsibilities will include:
Performing daily, weekly, monthly, annual, and other required inspections of amusement rides and related equipment, addressing any issues promptly through corrective action. Inspections will include both visual and auditory assessments.
Carrying out scheduled and unscheduled preventative maintenance, including the inspection, repair, and testing of ride components. This may involve replacing or repairing parts such as hydraulic cylinders, gears, chains, sprockets, pneumatic cylinders, hoses, brakes, clutches, wheels, bearings, gearboxes, springs, and other mechanical devices.
Troubleshooting and resolving issues with mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
Following all repair procedures thoroughly and maintaining accurate records of all inspections, repairs, and work performed. Submitting necessary documentation to management in a timely manner.
Communicating ride status updates both verbally and in written reports.
Ensuring all assigned equipment is maintained in safe, operational condition, adhering to applicable codes, laws, company policies, and best practices.
Performing additional tasks based on experience, including welding (MIG, TIG, and Arc), metal fabrication, and operating equipment such as lathes, mills, drill presses, grinders, and other metalworking tools.
Reading, interpreting, and applying information from manufacturer manuals for service, repair, and component replacement, and accurately reading mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic blueprints.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Valid State Driver's License required.
2 to 4 years of verifiable experience in mechanical maintenance, preferably in an industrial or amusement setting.
Working knowledge of basic mechanical principles such as gear ratios, torque, proper use of common hand tools, common mechanical nomenclature, etc.
Familiarity with common types of bearings, bushings, couplers, shafting and similar power transmission components.
Demonstrable knowledge of the fundamental principles of either pneumatic systems or hydraulic systems; preferably both.
Ability to work cooperatively with others in a fast paced and sometimes stressful environment.
Ability to work safely and effectively while elevated on ladders, platforms, or other structures at heights up to 300 feet above ground.
Ability to work nights, weekends and holiday periods to meet business needs.
Ability to pass a mandatory (or random) drug test, per Company policy, unless prohibited by state or provincial law.
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