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Cedar Point

Animation Technician

Norwalk, OH

$19.25/hr

Overview: $19.25/hr As an Animation Technician, you'll inspect and repair the animatronics, ride ... Work under the supervision of the full-time technicians, foreman, and supervisor to grow your ...

Cedar Point

Animation Technician

Fremont, OH

$19.25/hr

Overview: $19.25/hr As an Animation Technician, you'll inspect and repair the animatronics, ride ... Work under the supervision of the full-time technicians, foreman, and supervisor to grow your ...

LEGOLAND Parks

Model Shop Animation Technician

Goshen, NY · On-site

$25 - $26/hr

Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electromechanical models, animatronics, and audio/visual effects ... * Full-time role (approximately 40 hours per week) * Schedule varies based on park operations ...

Cedar Point

Animation Technician

Norwalk, OH

$19.25/hr

Overview: $19.25/hr As an Animation Technician, you'll inspect and repair the animatronics, ride ... Work under the supervision of the full-time technicians, foreman, and supervisor to grow your ...

Cedar Point

Animation Technician

Fremont, OH

$19.25/hr

Overview: $19.25/hr As an Animation Technician, you'll inspect and repair the animatronics, ride ... Work under the supervision of the full-time technicians, foreman, and supervisor to grow your ...

Cedar Point

Animation Technician

Sandusky, OH

$19.25/hr

Overview: $19.25/hr As an Animation Technician, you'll inspect and repair the animatronics, ride ... Work under the supervision of the full-time technicians, foreman, and supervisor to grow your ...

Cedar Point

Animation Technician

Sandusky, OH

$19.25/hr

Overview: $19.25/hr As an Animation Technician, you'll inspect and repair the animatronics, ride ... Work under the supervision of the full-time technicians, foreman, and supervisor to grow your ...

ROUSH

Mechanical Engineer I

Livonia, MI · On-site

Experience designing mechanisms / animatronics * Interpretation and application of ASTM-F24 standards Our full-time benefits include: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, earned sick time, STD ...

NBCUniversal

Mgr Ride/Show Engineering

Los Angeles, CA

$98K - $121K/yr

... animatronics, or special effects hardware. * Development of RFPs and vendor management preferred. * Required On-Site : This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal ...

NBCUniversal

Mgr Ride/Show Engineering

Universal City, CA

$96K - $118K/yr

... animatronics, or special effects hardware. * Development of RFPs and vendor management preferred. * Required On-Site : This position is required to be performed full-time from an NBCUniversal ...

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As of Jul 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time animatronics in the United States is $139,917.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $129,000.00 and $158,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Full time animatronics jobs involve designing, building, maintaining, and operating robotic devices or puppets that simulate lifelike movement, often used in entertainment, theme parks, movies, and museums. Professionals in this field may work as engineers, technicians, or creative artists responsible for bringing characters and creatures to life using mechanical, electronic, and control systems. These jobs require a combination of technical skills in robotics and engineering, as well as creativity and problem-solving abilities. Full time positions typically offer stable employment, benefits, and opportunities to work on a variety of projects.

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Full-time animatronics professionals often encounter challenges such as troubleshooting complex mechanical failures, integrating new technologies, and maintaining safety standards during operation and repairs. Staying current with advancements in robotics, electronics, and programming is essential, as is collaborating closely with design, engineering, and production teams. Effective communication and a proactive approach to preventive maintenance can help address these challenges and ensure animatronics systems run smoothly in entertainment or industrial settings.

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Animation Technician

Animation Technician

Cedar Point

Norwalk, OH

$19.25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

Cedar Point rating

5.6

Company rating: 5.6 out of 10

Based on 69 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

35th of 55 rated amusements

Job description

Overview:

$19.25/hr

As an Animation Technician, you'll inspect and repair the animatronics, ride lighting, and ride show elements at Cedar Point. You'll also..

  • Adapt to a wide variety of projects including pneumatic systems, prop controllers, waterpark equipment, animatronic systems, fiberglass, welding, fog systems and much more.
  • Be responsible for the inspection, on-site repair, and general troubleshooting of these systems.
  • Work under the supervision of the full-time technicians, foreman, and supervisor to grow your skills as a team member

Responsibilities:

Cedar Point provides premiere entertainment with 200+ acres of FUN and we want YOU to join us in making people happy. As a member of our team, you’ll…

  • Make our guests happy by delivering amazing experiences and helping them create lifelong memories.
  • Interact with different people of all ages and backgrounds.
  • Gain skills, knowledge and experience that will benefit your future.

Qualifications:
  • High school graduate or GED.
  • Must have valid driver’s license.
  • Must join Laborers Union.
  • Must provide own hand tools.
  • Basic understanding of electrical equipment and pneumatic systems.
  • Experience with animatronics and animatronic prop controllers preferred.
  • Able to work at heights including catwalks, aerial lifts, crane baskets, scaffolding, and structure climb.
  • Willing to work various shifts and days with the ability to work nights, weekends, and holiday periods to meet business needs.

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