This is a Year Round Position. Please include Resume with application

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Summary: Skilled work with varying level of difficulty and responsibility in the maintenance and repair of rides and attractions, construction projects, park maintenance, and production and service equipment. Duties may concentrate within one particular area of skill trade, however a variety of maintenance skills are necessary based on the diversity of park needs, and seasonal needs. Duties are performed under the supervision of a higher level M&C Craftsman or Supervisor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Working knowledge of industry standards, methods, practices, procedures, tools and material which would be used in the maintenance and repair of rides and attractions and/or similar mechanical operations
• Working knowledge of OSHA and safety procedures used in maintenance activities
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and other technical specifications
• Ability to complete assigned work correctly, safely, and in a timely manner
• Ability of work independently, as well as cooperatively with all maintenance teams and all other divisional employees and leadership
• Skilled in the use and care of tools and equipment
• Ability of perform tasks in one or more skilled trade areas depending on assignment including but not limited to:
  • Pneumatics
  • Hydraulics
  • Motors
  • Conveyors
  • Control Systems
  • Component Parts
• Ability to inspect maintain, inspect, troubleshoot, and diagnose problems and determine the best feasible way to correct them
• Ability to dismantle devices and control instruments in order to repair or replace defective parts efficiently
• Ability to operate appropriate testing equipment in order to test the performance of equipment and defective parts
• Skilled in performing technical inspections, routine preventive and scheduled maintenance
• Other duties that may be assigned

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee may be:

• Regularly exposed to wet or humid conditions (non-weather); outdoor weather conditions; and work near moving mechanical parts.
• Frequently exposed to work in high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; risk of electrical shock and vibration.
• Occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is:

• Regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.
• Frequently required to climb or balance and taste or smell.
• Occasionally required to sit.

Benefits Offered

• Free admission to Herschend Family Entertainment theme parks and water parks
• Complimentary Silver Dollar City Attractions tickets to share with your favorite people
• Access to a low-cost health clinic, which features a full-service doctor’s office
• Free or reduced admission to many local shows and attractions, plus other local discounts
• Discounts on food, merchandise and lodging at Herschend Family Entertainment properties
• Eligible full-time employees also receive health insurance, profit sharing and 401(k)

Equal Opportunity Employer/ Disabled/ Veterans

Required Skills

Language Ability: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of costumers or employees of organizations.

Math Ability: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, circumferences, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply commons sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills: Basic computer operation/navigation skills preferred.

Required Experience

Education/Experience: High School diploma or general education degree (GED); or three to five years related experience and/or technical training in related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Continuing education and training by becoming certified in one or more specific skills as determined by leadership.

Certificates and Licenses: Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a Missouri Class E Driver's License or resident state equivalent. OSHA 10-Hour or 30-Hour course completion preferred. Current certification in any related field or equipment-handling certificates desired.

Language Ability: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of costumers or employees of organizations.

Math Ability: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, circumferences, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply commons sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills: Basic computer operation/navigation skills preferred.