Director of Maintenance & Facilities (Starting at $95,000)

Overview:

Make an Impact Where Safety, Engineering and Entertainment Come Together

Six Flags Darien Lake is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Director, Maintenance & Facilities to lead one of the park's most critical operational functions. This is an opportunity for an accomplished maintenance, engineering, construction, or technical operations leader to make a meaningful impact on the safety, reliability, and long-term performance of a major entertainment destination.

The Director will provide strategic and hands-on leadership for maintenance and construction operations, developing strong teams, strengthening preventative maintenance and reliability practices, supporting projects, and ensuring work is performed safely and in accordance with applicable requirements and company standards.

Job Status: Full-Time, Year-Round

Position Level: Senior Management

Schedule: This leadership position requires schedule flexibility based on park and operational needs, including the ability to work select evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits & Perks

We want our team members to enjoy great experiences both at work and away from it. As a full-time Six Flags leader, you'll have access to benefits and perks that include:

• Paid Time Off: 3 weeks of paid vacation, increasing with tenure, plus 7 sick days and 11 paid holidays

• Health Coverage: Multiple medical plan options to help you choose the coverage that best fits your needs

• Retirement Savings: 401(k) with company match

• Free Park Admission: Complimentary admission to Six Flags parks and water parks

• Friends & Family Tickets: Complimentary tickets to share the fun

• Team Member Discounts: Savings on food and park merchandise

• Team Experiences: Special events and gatherings for full-time team members

Responsibilities:

• Lead the Maintenance Division and provide strategic direction for a broad range of technical and facility functions, including ride maintenance, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, preventative maintenance, facilities and structural repairs, construction, landscaping, and operational support.

• Champion a safety-first culture by establishing clear expectations, reinforcing safe work practices, conducting appropriate inspections and safety meetings, and ensuring maintenance activities are performed in accordance with applicable OSHA requirements, regulatory standards, manufacturer requirements, and company policies.

• Develop and execute short- and long-range maintenance strategies for rides, vehicles, facilities, and equipment, including preventative maintenance programs, seasonal and winter overhaul activities, rehabilitation projects, and asset-reliability initiatives.

• Provide financial leadership for the Maintenance Division, including development and management of operating and capital budgets, labor and material expenditures, procurement, inventory, and departmental financial performance.

• Build and develop high-performing teams by coaching, developing, and retaining maintenance leaders and team members. Establish clear performance expectations and provide ongoing feedback, recognition, development, and accountability consistent with company policies.

• Collaborate across park departments to establish priorities, anticipate operational needs, resolve challenges, and ensure Maintenance effectively supports park readiness and the guest experience.

• Establish and maintain productive relationships with contractors, vendors, manufacturers, engineers, and other technical partners supporting maintenance, construction, inspections, repairs, and capital projects. aintain professional working relationships with applicable state and local officials and regulatory authorities responsible for inspection and oversight of park facilities, rides, and equipment.

• Identify operational and safety risks and drive appropriate corrective action, while promoting continuous improvement in maintenance practices, reliability, documentation, training, and overall departmental performance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Technology, Construction Management, Business/Management, or a related field preferred. An equivalent combination of education, technical training, and relevant professional experience will be considered.

• 7+ years of progressively responsible experience in maintenance, engineering, facilities, construction, project management, manufacturing, utilities, amusement attractions, or another complex technical operating environment.

• Demonstrated experience leading technical teams and developing leaders within a complex, safety-focused operation.

• Experience managing construction, capital, infrastructure, or major maintenance projects, including budgets, schedules, contractors, procurement, documentation, and project execution.

• Strong knowledge of preventative maintenance, asset reliability, safety practices, operational controls, and continuous improvement.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects and operational priorities simultaneously while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, budget, and schedule.

• Strong leadership, communication, collaboration, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to build effective working relationships with team members, park leadership, contractors, vendors, manufacturers, regulatory representatives, and other business partners.

• Experience with IBM Maximo or another computerized maintenance management/enterprise asset management system (CMMS/EAM) preferred.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to effectively use business technology and reporting tools.

• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on business and operational needs, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

• Valid driver's license required.

• Ability to successfully complete employment screening requirements in accordance with company policy and applicable law.

Cedar Fair Entertainment Company is an equal opportunity employer. A work permit may be required for associates under the age of 18. Applicants must be legally eligible for employment in the United States and in accordance with state laws. Cedar Fair also conducts background checks on all applicants 18 years of age and older.