Job Abstract

Summary

Organize, train and oversee technical staff in order to implement established maintenance, inspection and operational procedures. Must have proven skills in problem solving and team building. Be able to schedule work, repair and maintain machines, equipment and facilities to ensure safe, reliable and consistent operation according to manufacturer’s requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Must be knowledgeable and have basic understanding of mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems including (but not limited to) the following areas:

• Manage union team members and oversee various jobs and projects.
• Monitor communication methods for additional work assignments, upcoming events, and internal communications.
• Ability to understand mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic drawings.
• Understanding of Building construction plans.
• Identify suppliers for replacement parts, obtain competitive bids, and enter purchase requisitions.
• Use test data and electrical schematics to troubleshoot malfunctioning equipment.
• Make recommendations regarding the need for modification to maintenance procedures, test procedures, instrumentation or setup based upon test results and machine operational performance.
• Work in co-operation with engineering, technical and management or outside personnel.
• Maintain detailed maintenance records in order to perform effective preventive maintenance.
• Maintain good Maintenance standards to ensure buildings, grounds and attractions are safe and visually in compliance.
• Have the ability to plan, organize and train a maintenance team for a large Theme park, Safari, and waterpark.
• Must have the ability to train safety, OSHA and protocol information to large groups and document the trainings.
• Must possess the ability to stand for long periods of time, climb stairs and ladders repeatedly, bend, stoop, twist, crawl, kneel, push, pull, and work overhead using both hands.

General Requirements

• • Mechanical aptitude and basic math skills required.
  • Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent preferred.
  • 3-5 years experience in managing and directing skilled technical staff.
  • Must be able to read and write in English.
  • Must be able to work both indoors and outdoors in variable types of weather and temperatures.
  • Must be able to climb stairs and stand for long periods of time.
  • Flexible schedule including nights, weekends and holidays.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.

Resume Required.

Six Flags is an Equal Opportunity Employer.