Ride Technician

Join us at Sesame Place and help bring joy, excitement, and lasting memories to people from around the world. We're seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard-working individuals to become our Ambassadors. Come and play an important part on our incredible team today!

What you get to do:

When you're at one of our theme parks, the fun never ends! Our Ride Technicians are a big reason why. If you've got the knowledge and skill to keep our rides in peak working order - get on board! Become a Ride Technician with SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment! As a Rides Technician, you'll be responsible for performing all general maintenance of rides to provide a safe environment for guests and team members alike. We're looking to you to make sure our rides are good to go! You will:

• Conduct daily ride inspections

• Perform preventative maintenance and scheduled services

• Provide support in troubleshooting problems with mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic equipment

• Provide excellent service to guests and ambassadors

• Consistently practice safe work habits including, but not limited to the use of personal protective equipment, lifting, and reporting of unsafe situations

• Maintain proficiency in all manufacturing manuals related to each individual ride

• Assist in maintaining all equipment and structures within the park

What it takes to succeed:

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Ability to provide and use basic hand tools

• Ability to pass ride inspection competency tests and obtain state inspection license

• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical and electrical components in the field

• Flexibility to perform varied duties

What else is important:

• At least 18 years of age

• A valid driver's license and ability to obtain a park driver's license

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required

• Trade or Technical School (Certificate or diploma), Electrical/Mechanical Schooling preferred

• Current PA electrical journeyman license is a plus, but not required

• PLC/Electrical knowledge and prior mechanical experience preferred

• Experience in other related maintenance fields preferred (automotive mechanic/technician, production line mechanic, and aircraft mechanic, etc.)

• Ability to lift, push, pull and/or carry up to 50 lbs

• Position engages in extensive walking and standing throughout entire work shift

• Perform the following physical activities: kneeling, squatting, bend floor-to waist/waist-to-overhead, reach overhead, simple grasp and fine hand manipulation tasks (use of tools/keyboard/writing)

• Perform cleaning duties; including use of cleaning chemicals

• Willingness to comply with all SEA grooming guidelines and employment standards

• Ability to work indoors and outdoors, in varying weather, to include extreme heat

• Flexible, consistent availability (including nights, weekends and holidays) and adhere to our 2022 Holiday and Availability agreement.

• Consistently practice safe work habits including the use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) and reporting unsafe situations

• Ability to successfully complete all legal, company and department training requirements within established timelines

• Ability to walk uphill and work on heights above 150 feet

• Ability to operate and maneuver in and around tights spaces

• Ability to stand, walk, and work for prolonged periods of time

The perks of the position:

• Paid Time Off
• Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes
• Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401K Retirement plan
• Voluntary Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Legal Assistance Plan

EEO Employer:

SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, GENDER, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.