Lead Ride Mechanic

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:   

• Ensures the safe and clean operation of park rides and attractions
• Conducts continuous safety and area cleanliness inspections to identify and correct hazards throughout all park areas to include behind the scenes as well as in-park
• Ensures proper training on and use of machines, tools and equipment, and that personal protective equipment is used in accordance company and industry guidelines
• Performs frequent daily site inspections of ongoing work and review of upcoming work; checks park areas frequently for any needed house-keeping, repairs and maintenance
• Actively participates with the process of identifying, finding, ordering and storing parts and supplies
• Provides a work environment that demonstrates leadership, cooperation, policy enforcement, safety, housekeeping, motivation, open and honest communication and feedback
• Works closely with the ride operations department to ensure proper scheduling of service and training to minimize downtime and maximize throughput
• Oversees assigned rehab projects to include ordering of parts, QC, and assure that all OEM specifications are being followed
• Assists crews with daily tasks
• Reviews daily schedule, priorities and estimates for ongoing and future projects with Coordinator/Foremen on a regular basis
• Training of employees to ensure productive use of time and duties are completed properly; safety always being the #1 priority
• Assists in incident investigation as requested
• Enforces and adheres to all corporate, park and department policies and guidelines as well as all OSHA/State requirements
• Ensures all documentation is being completed and filed properly
• Assists other departments as requested
• Other duties as requested

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Three years prior experience as a ride mechanic at a Six Flags Theme Park or the equivalent preferred
• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Must possess a valid Texas driver’s license
• Possess a thorough operational understanding of maintenance procedures to include State and OEM requirements
• Have the capability to access all areas of the park (to include confined spaces and heights above 200ft); must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. Must be capable of bending, squatting and kneeling
• Possess a thorough working knowledge of the operation of hand and power tools, heavy equipment, etc. and train others on the safe usage of equipment
• Have the capability to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions
• Must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays