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Electrical Controls Technician - Amusement Rides

American Dream

East Rutherford, NJFull-time$32/hrTracked 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 6 days ago

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Compensation
$32/hr
Location
East Rutherford, NJ
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

American Dream is hiring an Electrical Controls Technician - Amusement Rides. The Rides Controls Maintenance Technician installs, maintains, repairs, and troubleshoots industrial electronic and electrical equipment for amusement ride control systems, performing preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical and electrical components while adhering to OEM specifications and company policies.

Key focus areas include Troubleshoot low voltage electrical and ride control systems, Diagnose and repair communication systems such as COAX, fiber optic, Ethernet, and twisted pair, and Complete mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and lubrication inspections per OEM requirements.

Successful candidates bring Proficient Oral Communication Skills, Proficient Written Communication Skills, and 1+ Year Working With PLC Systems Experience. Important skills include Troubleshoot Industrial Electronic Equipment, Maintain Industrial Electronic Equipment, Repair Industrial Electronic Equipment, Troubleshoot Industrial Electrical Equipment, Maintain Industrial Electrical Equipment, and Repair Industrial Electrical Equipment. Preferred (not required): PLC Systems, Troubleshooting Electro-Mechanical Systems, Hydraulic Systems, and Pneumatic Systems.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Troubleshoot Industrial Electronic EquipmentMaintain Industrial Electronic EquipmentRepair Industrial Electronic EquipmentTroubleshoot Industrial Electrical EquipmentMaintain Industrial Electrical EquipmentRepair Industrial Electrical EquipmentPreventive MaintenanceCorrective MaintenanceTroubleshoot Low Voltage Electrical SystemsRepair Low Voltage Electrical SystemsTroubleshoot Ride Control SystemsRepair Ride Control SystemsDiagnose Communication SystemsRepair Communication SystemsCOAXFiber OpticEthernetTwisted PairMechanical InspectionsElectrical InspectionsPneumatics InspectionsHydraulics InspectionsLubrication System InspectionsTimely RepairsEfficient RepairsCMMS SystemMobaroProfessional CommunicationSafety Guidelines AdherenceTraining New TechniciansPositive Atmosphere CreationCollaborationPLC SystemsMulti-Meter UseElectrical Tools UseCommunication Tools UseTroubleshooting Electro-Mechanical SystemsHydraulic SystemsPneumatic SystemsTheme/Amusement Park Setting ExperienceGeneral Ride Maintenance KnowledgeLow Voltage Electrical SystemsMulti-MeterElectrical ToolsCommunication ToolsCMMS (Mobaro)Oral CommunicationCommunicationTroubleshootingRepair

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent1+ Year Experience With PLC SystemsDocumented Certification to Work on Low Voltage Electrical Systems Without Supervision3+ Years Experience Troubleshooting Electro-Mechanical SystemsNAARSO Certification or AIMS Certification3+ Years Experience With PLC SystemsExperience Within Theme Amusement Park Setting

Full job description

The Rides Controls Maintenance Technician i nstalls, maintains, repairs, and troubleshoots various industrial electronic and electrical equipment ensuring proper operations of all rides control systems. Performs preventive and corrective maintenance as required on mechanical and electrical systems.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Troubleshoot and repair of low voltage electrical systems and ride control systems. Ensure repairs are completed to Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specifications.

  • Diagnose and repair communication systems, including, but not limited to, COAX, Fiber Optic, Ethernet, and twisted pair within the ride controls system.

  • Complete inspections based on OEM and individual requirements, including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatics, hydraulics, lubrication system.

  • Respond to corrective maintenance calls in a timely and professional manner, adhering to all American Dream policies.

  • Perform timely and efficient repairs on all ride systems according to OEM requirements.

  • Document all preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, and projects within the CMMS system (Mobaro), including troubleshooting, identification, and completion steps.

  • Communicate directly with manufacturers and support services in a professional manner, adhering to all American Dream policies.

  • Understand and follow all safety guidelines identified by American Dream.

  • Complete all required Ride Mastery Sign-off (RMS) requirements, achieving qualification and sign-off ability for each individual ride. Train new technicians at qualified rides to perform work.

  • Maintain assigned tools, returning all tooling and equipment as received.

  • Lead by example, providing a positive atmosphere for guests and team members alike.

  • Work as a team to bring Nickelodeon Universe to life.

  • Perform all other duties as assigned.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • 3+ years of experience with troubleshooting electro-mechanical systems, including various hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

  • NAARSO or AIMS certification (or must obtain within 2 years of employment)

  • Required: High school diploma or equivalent required

  • Required: Proficient oral and written communication skills

  • Required: 1+ year working with PLC systems.

  • Required: Documented certification to work on low voltage electrical systems without supervision from accredited school or license.

  • Required: Ability to proficiently use a multi-meter, electrical, and communication tools.

  • Preferred: 3+ years working with PLC systems.

  • Preferred: Experience within a theme/amusement park setting or general ride maintenance knowledge.

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:

  • Perform repetitive motion- infrequently 15% of time

  • Stand and move- frequently 90% of time

  • Reach at, above or below shoulder level- frequently 75% of time

  • Kneel and bend- frequently 50% of time

  • Stoop/squat- occasionally 20% of time

  • Lift/carry between 10-75 lbs. occasionally 25% of time

  • Able to work at heights between 10-85 ft infrequently 20 % of time

  • Able to walk stairs at heights between 10 to 100+ feet- Infrequently, 10% of time

  • American Dream is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment or discrimination. All employment decisions are to be made without regard to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, pregnancy, national origin/ancestry, citizenship, physical/mental disability, military status or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Details

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Pay Type Hourly

Hiring Rate 32 USD

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