Full - Time Ride Mechanic

NOTICE OF AVAILABLE FULL TIME POSITION

JOB REQUIREMENT PROFILE





POSITION TITLE: Ride Mechanic  

DEPARTMENT/ DIVISION: Facilities Maintenance and Construction Division

POSITION REPORTS TO: Ride Mechanic Foreperson

PRIMARY PURPOSE: Under occasional supervision, inspects, maintains and repairs rides and equipment as assigned.  Performs related duties as required.  Reports to the Ride Mechanic Foreperson.

 

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

·  Inspects, maintains and repairs rides and equipment as assigned.

·  Lubricates rides and equipment.

·  Designs and fabricates parts; rebuilds components.

·  Cleans mechanical parts as needed.

·  Responds to work orders and trouble calls in a timely manner.

·  Maintains accurate and up-to-date maintenance records; prepares maintenance reports as required.

·  Reviews technical documents, blueprints, schematics, catalogs, etc., as needed to support ride maintenance, repair and rehabilitation work.

·  Works with other departments on repairs and maintenance projects as appropriate.

·  Offers training and assistance to co-workers as necessary.

·  Keeps supervisor informed of all maintenance problems or areas of concern.

·  Assists in maintaining inventory of supplies, parts and materials.

·  Maintains assigned equipment in a safe and proper working condition; maintains a clean and safe work area.

·  Performs all work in accordance with department policies and procedures, regulations, plans and specifications, and standards of quality and safety.

·  Receives and responds to inquiries, concerns and complaints from employees and guests regarding ride safety and maintenance.

·  Attend training to maintain/develop necessary skills.

·  Provides leadership and limited supervision of seasonal workers as assigned.

·  Receives and reviews various records and report including inspection records, various logs, etc.

·  Prepares and/or maintains inspection sheets, daily work records, downtime records, various other reports, records, log, etc.

·  Refers to policies and procedure manuals, maintenance manuals, technical manuals and diagrams, ride manuals, vendor catalogs, etc.

·  Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, other Park supervisors and staff, co-workers, guests, vendors, contractors, inspectors, etc.

 

EXPERIENCE/TRAINING REQUIRED:

· Requires a vocational diploma in mechanical / industrial maintenance supplemented by three to five years of experience in mechanical maintenance, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

· Must possess a valid CA driver’s license.

· Requires forklift and man lift certifications.

· Must provide own hand tools.

· Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays to meet the business needs required.

· Ability to work the third shift during the operating season to meet the business needs required.

· Ability to work out of doors in all weather conditions required.

· Ability to climb and work at heights up to 300 ft required on catwalks, ladders, etc.

· Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. frequently and up to 100 lbs. infrequently.

· Ability to walk, crawl, stoop, kneel, bend, push, pull, and twist upper and lower body required.

· Ability to represent Great America and interact with Associates and guests in a professional manner required. LAST DATE FOR CONSIDERATION: Open Until Filled

An APPLICATION for POSTED JOB OPENING form may be obtained from the Human Resources Office prior to the last date for consideration as stated above, or send resume to:

 

Great America

Human Resources Director

2401 Agnew Road

Santa Clara, CA 95054

Fax (408) 986-5940

Reference : Job # 2007-32

Email: pga.resumes@paramountparks.com

Equal Opportunity Employer

Employment At-Will