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Overnight Amusement Ride Inspector Jobs in California

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Ride Mechanic

Santa Clara, CA

$44/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Performs inspections, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and annual rehabilitation of a variety of different amusement rides and attractions, depending on level of employee. Areas of ...

Knott's Berry Farm

Ride Electrician

Buena Park, CA

$32.22 - $40.43/hr

The Ride Electrician performs inspections, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and annual rehabilitation of a variety of different amusement rides and attractions. Areas of responsibility include ...

Casa de Fruta

Amusement Train Conductor

Hollister, CA · On-site

$18 - $18.50/hr

Complete all inspection forms neatly and completely * Handle difficult/challenging situations with ... Thank all customers at the completion of the ride The responsibilities and duties are not limited ...

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What is the difference between Overnight Amusement Ride Inspector vs Amusement Ride Technician?

AspectOvernight Amusement Ride InspectorAmusement Ride Technician
CredentialsInspections certifications, safety trainingTechnical certifications, maintenance training
Work EnvironmentInspecting rides during off-hours, safety checksPerforming repairs and maintenance during operational hours
Employer & IndustryTheme parks, amusement parks, safety agenciesTheme parks, amusement parks, maintenance companies
Search & ComparisonCommonly compared for safety and inspection rolesOften contrasted in maintenance and repair contexts

The Overnight Amusement Ride Inspector focuses on safety inspections during off-hours, ensuring rides meet safety standards. In contrast, the Amusement Ride Technician handles repairs and maintenance during operational hours. Both roles require technical knowledge, but their primary responsibilities and work schedules differ significantly.

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Supervisor, Ride Maintenance

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation

Buena Park, CA

$70K - $90K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 15 days ago

Six Flags rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 529 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

26th of 58 rated theme parks

Job description

Performs and supervises crew members in the inspection, mechanical maintenance and repair of Park rides. Supervises inspections, maintenance, and repairs with all ride attractions and equipment. Responsible for maintenance records and ensuring documents are accurate and complete.

Salary Details: $70,304 / yr - $90,500 / yr, based on overall experience. 


  • Supervises subordinate crew members; supervisory duties include scheduling; instructing; assigning, reviewing and planning work of others; maintaining standards; coordinating activities; allocating personnel; selecting new employees; acting on employee problems, recommending and approving employee discipline, and recommending employee discharge.
  • Inspects rides; troubleshoots mechanical problems on rides and assists subordinate mechanics with repair work as required.  Designs parts and components as necessary.
  • Determines preventive maintenance schedules; ensures prompt response to work orders.
  • Inspects all in house and contracted work in progress and completed for compliance with policies, procedures, regulations, specification, and standards of quality and safety. Coordinates maintenance projects with other Park departments, contractors, and ride manufacturers as necessary.
  • Ensures the proper maintenance and safe operating condition of all assigned equipment. Receives and reviews various records and reports including inspection records, various logs, schedules, work orders, downtime reports, rehab reports, accident/incident reports, guest complaints, invoices, price quotes. specifications, etc.
  • Prepares and/or maintains purchase orders, performance appraisals, schedules, inspection reports, various logs, budget reports, downtime reports, incident/accident reports, safety meeting agendas, work orders, memos, various other reports, etc.
  • Operates a vehicle, various rides and related mechanical/pneumatic/hydraulic/electrical control systems, overhead crane, forklift, man lift, hydraulic press, air compressor, diagnostic equipment, welding equipment, generators, steam cleaners, sand blaster, and a variety of equipment such as a computer, copier, fax machine, calculator, telephone, two way radio, camera.
  • Uses computer and clerical supplies, meters, gauges, measuring devices, mechanic's tools, measuring devices, hoists, climbing equipment, drafting tools, various other hand and power tools, etc.
  • Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, other Park managers and staff, subordinates, guests, vendors, contractors, inspectors, manufacturer representatives, etc.

  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Vocational / technical training in maintenance/mechanics preferred. 
  • NAARSO LEVEL 1 RIDE INSPECTOR certification preferred.
  • AIMS Level 1 certification preferred.                                               
  • 4 to 6 years of verifiable experience in mechanical maintenance, preferably in an industrial or amusement setting.
  • At least 1 to 3 years of prior leadership experience.
  • Valid Driver's License.
  • 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, 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.

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