Adventureland Park - Ride Controls Supervisor

  • 949 Real Live Leisure Company Limited
  • Adventureland, 3200 Adventureland drive, Altoona, IA 50009, United States of America
  • 5mo ago
  • Full-Time
  • On-site

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. 

The Ride Controls Supervisor provides support to maintenance leadership to ensure a continued and successful operation. This position involves the training and mentoring of the other Maintenance Hosts to ensure. This position is safety-focused and has consistent interaction with all other Maintenance and Park Hosts to complete tasks in a timely manner.

We are currently looking for a:

 

Adventureland Park - Ride Controls Supervisor

Roles & Responsibilities:

 

    Supervisory Duties: 

    • Supervise the daily operations of the Rides Maintenance team and any other assigned departments 

    • Lead by example, attitude, and as a representation of Adventureland’s core values 

    • Act as an approachable mentor and coach to all assigned team members 

    • Participate in all aspects of supervision of assigned employees, including hiring, orientation, training, performance coaching, and discipline. 

    • Research new trends and advances in electrical products to help remain current with emerging technologies 

    • Ensure that all required meal and other breaks are being given in accordance with Iowa law 

    • Assist with team scheduling and timekeeping activities 

     

    Departmental Duties: 

    • Assess maintenance needs for day-to-day operations and off-season rehab. 

    • Perform expert electrical maintenance for all rides, attractions, food stands, stages, and CCTV throughout the entire facility. 

    • Work directly with OEM and other vendors in ordering spare parts and parts needed for day-to-day operations and off-season rehab 

    • Work with the maintenance leadership team to develop a rides inspection training program 

    • Train and certify all electrical staff  

    • Develop strong practical knowledge and skills in the areas of electrical/electronic maintenance and repair, including PLC’s, Motors, Drives, Switches, Sensors 

    • Conduct routine inspections of premises and equipment 

    • Respond to electrical-related issues in a timely manner; troubleshoot and repair any electrical problems in a safe and effective manner 

    • Assists with replacement of defective parts when necessary 

    • Participate in the setup of special park events (e.g. holiday lights, concerts, etc) 

    • Maintain the grounds in a neat, clean, safe, and attractive manner 

    • Perform repairs following established safety standards and wearing necessary safety equipment 

    • Properly document work performed along with time and materials used per park policies and procedures 

    • Maintains all storage areas, shops, and mechanical areas in a clean, safe, organized, and secure manner 

    • Safely operates company owned trucks, forklifts, and other equipment 

    • Acts on behalf of the Maintenance Director or Maintenance Manager in that person’s absence to ensure efficient and timely completion of daily tasks 

    • All other duties assigned by Maintenance or Park leadership 

     

    Education and Experience: 

    • High School diploma, GED, or equivalent 

    • College degree or other technical certification in Engineering or related discipline preferred; Equivalent work experience will also be considered 

    • 2-3 years previous work experience performing maintenance on roller coasters, amusement rides, or other attractions, preferred 

    • 3+ years of control / PLC experience, preferred 

    • 3+ years of power distribution, preferred 

    • 1+ year of previous supervisory experience, preferably in a maintenance capacity 

    • Previous amusement park, theme park, or waterpark maintenance experience highly desired 

     

     

    Language: Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English; Spanish or other bilingual language skills are a plus. 

    Requirements:   

    • Must be at least 18 years of age to comply with Iowa Child Labor Laws 

    • Ability to work flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, open to close 

    • Must possess a valid driver’s license and a good driving record 

    • Must possess strong mechanical aptitude and ability to utilize a variety of hand and power tools in a safe and effective manner 

    • Must possess proficient knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics, welding, and small combustion engine repair 

    • Ability to tear down and correctly reassemble machines, equipment or devices 

    • Ability to read and comprehend ride maintenance manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings 

    • Familiarity and experience with theme park ride mechanics and electrical a plus 

    • Familiarity with state and local codes as they relate to theme park attractions 

    • Must provide own tools including but not limited to screwdrivers, hammers, pry bars, punches, wrenches, standard socket set up to 1 inch, and metric socket set up to 24mm. 

     

     

    Physical Requirements: 

    • Ability to stand, walk, stoop, twist, kneel, bend, climb, or squat for long periods of time 

    • Ability to remain on feet for majority of the workday 

    • Ability to carry, push, pull, lift, and hold objects weighing 75 pounds or more 

    • Ability to work in all non-conventional areas of the property, including in confined spaces or above ground-level, on scaffolds, ladders, and manlifts 

    • Ability to consistently use hands to grasp, control, move objects/tools 

    • Ability to see differences between colors and brightness 

    • Ability to see details of objects that are more than a few feet away 

     

    Working Conditions: 

    • Frequent exposure to the variable outside temperatures, including high heat, cold, direct sun, humidity, dust, rain, snow, ice, and other weather conditions 

    • Subject to constant repetitive motion, high noise levels, vibrations, motorized equipment, and exposure to various chemicals and greases 

    • Subject to bloodborne pathogens; Proper PPE is required in these situations. 

    • Subject to working at significant heights greater than 100 feet 

    Team member benefits:

     

      Adventureland Perks and Benefits: 

      • Competitive compensation  

      • Comprehensive health and wellness package 

      • 401k Savings and Investment plan 

      • Free admission to select parks (Noah's Ark, Kennywood, Lake Compounce etc.)

      • A generous paid time off program in which the benefits increase with your tenure with the company 

      When you join Adventureland, you do more than simply advance your career. You become part of the Adventureland family, a group of talented people who drive innovation, embrace change, and deliver results. 

      Do not miss the chance to spark your career now!