Dial A Ride Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Department: Maintenance
Reports To: General Foreperson

Position Type: Full-Time/Union

• Free park admission
• Team member ride nights and special events
• Scheduling that works with you
• On‑the‑job paid training provided
• Uniforms provided
• Gain unique mechanic experience

• Through walking and climbing along all areas of the park's rides, inspects all mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic aspects through visual and auditory observations to ensure safe and proper operation. Also inspects the structures of all steel coasters. Communicates concerns to supervisor and/or, using own judgment, makes necessary repairs. Logs and documents all safety checks and repairs.
• From blueprints, drawings, models or verbal instructions, performs general mechanical work using a variety of hand and power tools and standard measuring instruments. Makes standard shop computations relating to dimension of work.
• Selects materials necessary for the work.
• Properly lubricates all park rides.
• Fuels vehicles, a train and propane tanks.
• Responds to the requests of the Mechanical Lead, Foreman or General Foreman and the Manager of Ride Maintenance as assigned.
• Provides guest service according to Worlds of Fun standards when serving the guest or working with subordinates, including initiating guest interactions, answering questions and giving directions.
• Maintains cleanliness and safety in assigned work area and performs all duties in compliance with Worlds of Fun Safety guidelines and requirements and reports all unsafe or unusual conditions to supervision.
• Meets scheduling availability requirements, including nights, weekends, and holiday periods to meet business needs.
• Meets Worlds if Fun's attendance requirements as outlined in Enchanted Parks' attendance policies.
• Adheres to Enchanted Parks' Rules of Conduct including specific costuming and grooming standards as outlined in Employee Guidelines and other park/division specific policies and procedures.
• Other duties may be assigned.

• Minimum age: 21
• High School Diploma or GED
• 2-4 Years Related Experience Commercial Mechanical experience. Small engine, hydraulics, pneumatics and/or welding helpful.
• Must have Valid Drivers License to operate company vehicles

• Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate not only with senior management but also with seasonal employees in resolving problems. Communicates with individuals both inside and outside the company.

• Basic analytical skills necessary to organize work load to establish priorities.

• Ability to become familiar with and use fall protection equipment.

• Ability to lift and carry 100 pounds in the repair or installation of equipment.

• Ability to read materials (including blueprints and drawings) to interpret and analyze content.

• Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail for up to 75% of work activities.

• Walking and standing on concrete and asphalt for extended periods of time.

• Possible exposure to gasoline and other petroleum products.

• Possible exposure to fiberglass dust, welding materials, oxygen, acetylene, propane, cleaning solvents, and paint fumes.

• Average sense of touch needed to determine hot from cold and hard from soft. Must be able to sense resistance while using hand tools.

• Average vision needed to inspect ride components and to determine color of ride panel lights
• Average hearing required to listen for noises indicative of mechanical problems.

• Ability to watch a spinning ride in motion without experiencing dizziness or disorientation

• Must be able to climb to and work at a height of 310 feet to inspect, repair and possibly evacuate a ride

• Requires ability to operate:
  • Standard mechanical and hydraulic maintenance equipment and hand tools
  • Vehicles
  • Ladders
  • Measuring equipment, dial indicators, micrometers, and calipers
  • Park rides
  • Telephones
  • Hand-held two-way radios
  • Manlift/forklift

• Friendly attitude and strong communication skills
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions such as heat and cold
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment with appropriate training such as gloves, safety glasses and masks
• Ability to work with hand tools
• Ability to work with machinery/equipment
• Ability to work with heavy equipment
• Ability to work with chemicals
• Ability to stay organized and multitask
• Positive work ethic and reliable attendance
• Strong teamwork skills and professional behavior

• 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.
• Ability to pass a background check, if 18 years of age or older, which may include, but is not limited to, credit, criminal, DMV, previous employment, education and personal references, per Company policy, unless prohibited by federal, state, or provincial law.

Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed to support park operations.

Apply online at EnchantedParks.com/Jobs

Enchanted Parks is a Smoke‑Free, Drug‑Free Equal Opportunity Employer.