About this role
Busch Gardens is a place of thrills, fun and positive, lasting memories. And that's just what its like to work here! As a key member of our team, you'll play a major role in bringing happiness and excitement to people from around the world. If you're dedicated, dependable and driven to deliver exceptional guest service, this is a place for you!
Compensation Rate: $24.00/hr
What you get to do:
As a Ride Technician, you’ll provide a high level of technical, electrical, and mechanical expertise in order to ensure our guests enjoy a thrilling, breathtaking – and safe experience. You will:
• Inspect, diagnose and repair all park rides, including watercraft, slides, nets, and moving walks
• Uphold all department safety standards, including test riding and inspections
• Complete all required documentation
• Communicate any ride related questions/concerns to leadership
• Maintain proficiency in all manufacturing manuals for each ride
• Perform daily cleaning and maintenance duties, including care of tools
• Provide exceptional service to guests and team members
What it takes to succeed:
• High school diploma, trade school or equivalent required
• A minimum of three years verifiable industrial maintenance experience, automotive or military
• Advanced knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical and conveyor systems
• Possesses a valid driver’s license and can adhere to company driving guidelines
• Good written communication skills required to complete maintenance documentation
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, supervisors and managers
• Proven team player
• Possess professional quality tool set
• Lift, carry, push and pull up to 50lbs. on a frequent basis.
• Position engages in extensive walking and standing throughout work shift
• Able to work on high steel or wood structures
• Able to wear a full body harness
• Able to be respirator trained
• Work both indoors and outdoors, exposed to a variety of weather conditions
• Perform the following physical activities on a frequent basis; stand, walk, climb, bend floor-to waist/waist-to-overhead and reach overhead, simple grasp and fine manipulation tasks
• Perform all cleaning duties, including use of cleaning chemicals
• Promote and ensure a safe and secure environment for guests and fellow ambassadors
• Work a flexible schedule/hours based on business need, to include opening, mid-, and closing shifts; nights, weekends, and holidays
The perks of the position:
- Paid Time Off
- Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes
- Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401K Retirement plan
- Voluntary Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Legal Assistance Plan
EEO Employer:
SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.
Other facts
About SeaWorld
United Parks & Resorts Inc. (NYSE: PRKS) is a leading theme park and entertainment company with a world-class portfolio of seven brands across 13 parks in the United States and Abu Dhabi. The Company’s award-winning portfolio of iconic brands includes SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, Discovery Cove, Sesame Place, Water Country USA, Adventure Island, and Aquatica.
Our portfolio offers experiences for guests of all ages to enjoy exhilarating thrill and family-friendly rides and coasters, inspiring up-close encounters and educational presentations with wildlife, and exciting shows, concerts, and live performances.
We are committed to wildlife conservation globally, and all three SeaWorld parks, plus Discovery Cove and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, are accredited members of the AZA, one of the world’s foremost professional zoological organizations. Our parks serve as one of the largest marine animal rescue organizations in the world, actively participate in endangered species survival programs, and make significant contributions to science through field research and the study of animals in our care.
Website: www.UnitedParks.com
What you'll do
- As a Ride Technician, you will inspect, diagnose, and repair all park rides to ensure a safe and thrilling experience for guests. You will also uphold safety standards and maintain documentation related to ride maintenance.
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