Ride Maintenance Manager

American Dream, developed by Triple Five Group, is an unparalleled mix of world-class entertainment, retail and dining, comprising more than 3 million square feet just minutes away from New York City in East Rutherford, New Jersey. American Dream is home to leading attractions, including DreamWorks Water Park, Nickelodeon Universe Theme Park, LEGOLAND Discovery Center, SEA LIFE Aquarium, Big SNOW Ski Hill, Dream Wheel – a 300-foot observation wheel overlook the NYC skyline, as well as attractions debuting soon such as The Game Room Powered by Hasbro and Skip Barber Racing Go-Kart Academy. American Dream’s immersive luxury shopping and dining experience – The Avenue – features Saks Fifth Avenue, Hermès, Saint Laurent, Dolce&Gabbana, Carpaccio, a fine-dining Italian restaurant, and much more. The retail collection is further expanded with flagship locations for Aritzia, H&M, PRIMARK, Uniqlo, Sephora and Zara; as well as the Toys“R”Us global flagship, the only standalone location in the U.S, and the world’s first and only “candy department store,” IT’SUGAR.

For more information on American Dream, visit www.americandream.com or find us on Instagram @americandream and TikTok @americandream_official.

KEY OBJECTIVE(S):The main purpose of the Rides Maintenance Manager is:

• Control, direct, and organize the personnel and resources as assigned within the Ride Maintenance department.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop, implement, maintain and monitor, the operating, capital, and annual budgets.
• Establish and manage vendor relationships to ensure the best results for American Dream and working relationships with vendors, contractors, and manufacturers
• Ensure all facilities and work environments are safe for guest and Team Member.
• Develop, in conjunction with Planner/Schedule and supervisors, the preventive maintenance program, adhering to all Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee the safety of the entire maintenance department, ensuring the department is help accountable for training requirements and the facilitation of all American Dream policies.
• Monitor all capital projects within Nickelodeon Universe, ensuring compliance to time and budget.
• Create effective systems to reduce and eliminate downtime of all rides and attractions within Nickelodeon Universe.
• Provide guidance to management staff to ensure a positive work environment for all members of the maintenance organization.
• Develops the training program in conjunction with the training supervisor, monitoring adherence and compliance to all training.
• Oversees the Ride Mastery Sign-off (RMS) to ensure technicians are being trained effectively.
• Owns the maintenance employee recognition system.
• Inspect and repair rides and attractions located within Nickelodeon Universe on an emergency basis.
• Monitor purchasing and support purchasing system for proper spend to budget.
• Process time and attendance reports and submit to the payroll department for processing.
• Support all company and departmental policies and procedures.
• Lead by example, providing a positive atmosphere for guests and team members alike.
• Work as a team to bring Nickelodeon Universe to life.
• Additional duties as assigned by leadership.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum two-year technical degree with accompanying 4 years' experience OR minimum 5-7 years' experience in a technical field.
• NAARSO or AIMS certification (or must obtain within 2 years of employment)
• Minimum 2 years supervisory experience including responsibility for interviewing, training, scheduling, discipline, and performance management for a staff of at least four subordinates.
• Effective reading, writing, mathematical and communication skills.
• Proficient use of computer utilizing work processing and database software.
• Specific knowledge of principles and practices of rides, facility, and equipment maintenance.
• General knowledge in one or more of the following disciplines; hydraulics, welding, machining, plumbing, carpentry, electronics, and refrigeration.
• Proficiency skills in both verbal and written communications.
• Proficient interpersonal, organizational, project management, computer and training skills required.

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Perform repetitive motion- Frequently- 50% of time
• Stand and move- Frequently - 80 % of time
• Reach at, above or below shoulder level-Frequently 50% of time.
• Kneel and bend- Infrequently 15% of time
• Stoop/squat- Infrequently 15% of time
• Lift/carry between 10-75 lbs Frequently 10% of time
• Able to work at heights between 10-35 ft Infrequently 20 % of the 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.