Our story began 75 years ago when the Herschend family discovered wonder deep in an Ozark Mountain cave—and chose to share it with the world. Today, Herschend is the largest family-held themed attractions company, with 49 leading attractions and immersive experiences that reach audiences worldwide.

While each brand offers something unique, all are united by a shared purpose: Bringing Families Closer Together by Creating Memories Worth Repeating®. Our passionate hosts make this purpose possible through everyday acts of love and service—what we call Heartspitality®—the intersection of heart and hospitality.

As an equal-opportunity employer, we strive to provide environments where every host, guest, and partner feel welcome, valued, and loved. We firmly believe that words and actions matter, which is why all individuals are to be treated equally and with respect. 

Work in all areas of electrical and sound maintenance during all phases of the year. Assists in managing the policies, objectives and initiatives for the department, park and company. Works to manage the stock of available parts for all rides, attractions and shop consumable products. Completes daily safety inspections as needed during operating season giving support and assists to other Electrical Maintenance Team members, Ride Maintenance Team, Rides Maintenance Manager, Department Director, and other Departments as needed through the year.

We are currently looking for a:

 

Kennywood - Electrical Maintenance

Roles & Responsibilities:

 

• Understands principles of electricity/electrical control and understands general electrical schematics
• Fully capable of trouble shooting and testing all electrical applications
• Willing to work overtime, weekends and holidays as needed
• Responsible for properly installing, troubleshooting, testing, repair, and maintenance of all electrical equipment and systems.
• Diagnose electrical problems /failures and troubleshooting in a timely manner.
• Install, maintain, and work on all types of electrical equipment and voltages from 24V-480V systems.
• Able to run and bend conduit, pull wires.
• Able to read blueprints, wiring diagrams and schematics with the ability to create material take off and layout projects accordingly.
• Able to work with and troubleshoot PLC’s, VFD’s, hydraulics and pneumatic systems.
• Control and PLC experience preferred.
• Understand and apply the NEC
• Computer Proficiency – basic computer skills in Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Must have a positive team attitude and able to work closely in a team environment or alone with little to no supervision.
• Ability to multi task and handle jobs or projects to meet changing demands for multiple concurrent projects.
• Climbing and working at heights with proper fall protection at times.

Requirements

• Education: Minimum - High School diploma required, 2 + years of relative college, trade school schooling, or technical degree preferred.
• 3 + years of relative work experience associated to position.

Physical Requirements: 

Languages: English

Other: OSHA 10-hour related trainings, Forklift Certified (after first year), Aerial Platform Certified (after first year)

Team member benefits:

 

Why Kennywood?

We truly believe that where you work matters and, as a theme park company, we like to think we know a thing or two about what makes people happy.

Kennywood Perks and Benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive health and wellness package
• 401k Savings and Investment plan
• Free admission to Palace Parks in the continental US
• A generous paid time off program in which the benefits increase with your tenure with the company