Kings Island
Overview:
Kings Island is seeking a skilled and safety-focused Ride Mechanic to perform inspections, maintenance, and repairs on our world-class rides and attractions. This hands-on role is perfect for mechanically-minded professionals who want to be part of a team that ensures our guests experience safe, reliable, and unforgettable fun every day.
This is a full-time position offering a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) match.
Responsibilities:
Perform
daily, weekly, monthly, annual , and other scheduled inspections of rides and attractions.
Use
visual and auditory techniques
to assess equipment condition and address issues through corrective maintenance.
Execute
preventative and unscheduled maintenance , including repairs and replacements of components like: Hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders
Gears, chains, sprockets
Brakes, clutches, wheels, bearings, springs
Gearboxes, hoses, and other mechanical parts
Troubleshoot and repair
mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems .
Maintain
accurate records
of inspections, maintenance, and repairs.
Communicate ride status and issues clearly to supervisors and team members.
Operate equipment such as
lathes, mills, drill presses, grinders , and welding tools (MIG, TIG, Arc) as needed.
Interpret and apply information from
blueprints and manufacturer manuals .
Ensure compliance with
safety codes, standards , and Kings Island operational policies.
Qualifications:
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
Valid state driver's license
required.
2 to 4 years
of hands-on mechanical maintenance experience, preferably in amusement, manufacturing, or industrial settings.
Strong knowledge of: Mechanical principles (gear ratios, torque, tool use, etc.)
Power transmission components (bearings, bushings, couplers, etc.)
Pneumatic and hydraulic systems
(knowledge of both preferred)
Ability to read and interpret
technical diagrams and service manuals .
Comfortable working in
fast-paced, team-oriented environments .
Capable of working at heights up to
300 feet , in all weather conditions.
Must be available to work
nights, weekends, and holidays
as required.
Kings Island is seeking a skilled and safety-focused Ride Mechanic to perform inspections, maintenance, and repairs on our world-class rides and attractions. This hands-on role is perfect for mechanically-minded professionals who want to be part of a team that ensures our guests experience safe, reliable, and unforgettable fun every day.
This is a full-time position offering a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) match.
Responsibilities:
Perform
daily, weekly, monthly, annual , and other scheduled inspections of rides and attractions.
Use
visual and auditory techniques
to assess equipment condition and address issues through corrective maintenance.
Execute
preventative and unscheduled maintenance , including repairs and replacements of components like: Hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders
Gears, chains, sprockets
Brakes, clutches, wheels, bearings, springs
Gearboxes, hoses, and other mechanical parts
Troubleshoot and repair
mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical systems .
Maintain
accurate records
of inspections, maintenance, and repairs.
Communicate ride status and issues clearly to supervisors and team members.
Operate equipment such as
lathes, mills, drill presses, grinders , and welding tools (MIG, TIG, Arc) as needed.
Interpret and apply information from
blueprints and manufacturer manuals .
Ensure compliance with
safety codes, standards , and Kings Island operational policies.
Qualifications:
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
Valid state driver's license
required.
2 to 4 years
of hands-on mechanical maintenance experience, preferably in amusement, manufacturing, or industrial settings.
Strong knowledge of: Mechanical principles (gear ratios, torque, tool use, etc.)
Power transmission components (bearings, bushings, couplers, etc.)
Pneumatic and hydraulic systems
(knowledge of both preferred)
Ability to read and interpret
technical diagrams and service manuals .
Comfortable working in
fast-paced, team-oriented environments .
Capable of working at heights up to
300 feet , in all weather conditions.
Must be available to work
nights, weekends, and holidays
as required.