Maintenance Technician

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Sesame Place Ambassadors must provide consistent availability and adhere to our 2022 Holiday and Availability agreement.


What you get to do:
When you’re at one of our theme parks, the fun never ends! Our Ride Technicians 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 Ride Technician with SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment! As a Rides Technician, you’ll be responsible for performing all general maintenance of rides 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
• Assist in maintaining all equipment and structures within the park

What it takes to succeed:

• At least 18 years of age
• A valid driver’s license and ability to obtain a park driver’s license
• High school diploma or GED equivalent required
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to provide and use basic hand tools
• Ability to pass ride inspection competency tests and obtain state inspection license
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical components in the field
• Flexibility to perform varied duties

What else is important:

• Trade or Technical School (Certificate or diploma), Electrical/Mechanical Schooling preferred
• Current PA electrical journeyman license is a plus, but not required
• 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.)
• Ability to lift, push, pull and/or carry up to 50 lbs
• Position engages in extensive walking and standing throughout entire work shift
• Perform the following physical activities: kneeling, squatting, bend floor-to waist/waist-to-overhead, reach overhead, simple grasp and fine hand manipulation tasks (use of tools/keyboard/writing)
• Perform cleaning duties; including use of cleaning chemicals
• Willingness to comply with all SEA grooming guidelines and employment standards
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors, in varying weather, to include extreme heat
• Flexible, consistent availability (including nights, weekends and holidays) and adhere to our 2022 Holiday and Availability agreement.
• Consistently practice safe work habits including the use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) and reporting unsafe situations
• Ability to successfully complete all legal, company and department training requirements within established timelines
• Ability to walk uphill and work on heights above 150 feet
• Ability to operate and maneuver in and around tights spaces
• Ability to stand, walk, and work for prolonged periods of time

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
• Flexible schedule
• 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
• Exclusive employee events and giveaways