Maintenance Tech 1

Palace Entertainment is a leading leisure park operator in the United States and Australia overseeing more than 25 entertainment venues, hotels and educational venues across 11 different states.

Palace Entertainment owns and operates some of the country’s largest and most prestigious venues including: National Historic Landmark, Kennywood Park, America’s Oldest Amusement Park, Lake Compounce, the world’s first ever Cartoon Network Hotel, Best Family Theme Park Dutch Wonderland and a variety of other family-friendly parks and campgrounds throughout the United States.

Palace Entertainment is a subsidiary of Parques Reunidos, one of the leading global operators, with more than 60 different assets (theme parks, zoos and marine parks, water parks and other attractions), spread out over various countries across Europe, North America, the Middle East and Australia.

This position is responsible for performing hands-on daily inspections and maintenance, as well as the repair, removal, reinstallation, or replacement of park rides, buildings, and equipment on Story Land property.

We are currently looking for a:

Maintenance Tech 1

Roles & Responsibilities:

Roles & Responsibilities

Daily responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Perform daily inspection of amusement park rides, signing off on its safety & completion
• Troubleshoot, test, service, and repair amusement rides including, but not limited to the removal, reinstallation, and replacement of amusement ride parts
• General maintenance, plumbing, electrical and carpentry repairs
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair with minimal supervision
• Understanding of Electrical, Hydraulic, and Pneumatic Circuits
• Comprehend blueprints and schematic diagrams and follow the manufactures guidelines
• Safely operate heavy equipment including forklifts, scissor lift, reach forks, excavators, and more
• Assist in the training of how to accurately operate the ride, possibly offering ride coverage for bathroom and meal breaks during peak season
• Snow and Ice removal may be required during winter months

Team member benefits:

Requirements

• 18 years or older with a valid drivers license
• Able to climb and work at heights in excess of 50 feet in hot or cold weather
• Capable of lifting 75 lbs and bending / squatting frequently, and working in confined spaces

Additional Information

• This position is full-time hourly
• Overtime Eligible
• Benefit eligibility begins on 1st of the month following the date of hire (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Paid time off: vacation, holiday and sick time
• Receive employee discount: 50% off food, 35% of retail, free season pass to Story Land and Living Shores Aquarium valid during length of employment
• Receive friends and family day passes