What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ride Maintenance Technician position at American Dream?
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.
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KEY OBJECTIVE(S):The main purpose of the Rides Maintenance Tech is:
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 Tech is:
- Maintain, inspect troubleshoot and repair all rides and attractions within Nickelodeon Universe Amusement Park. Ensure all rides and equipment comply with equipment manufacturers’ operating standards and requirements.
- Complete inspections based on Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and individual requirements, including, but not limited to, mechanical, pneumatics, hydraulics, lubrication system.
- Complete annual inspections according to OEM and regulatory requirements.
- Ability to work on ride controls systems for understanding and troubleshooting.
- Respond to corrective maintenance calls in a timely and professional manner, adhering to all American Dream policies.
- Perform timely and efficient repairs on all ride systems according to OEM requirements.
- Document all preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, and projects within the CMMS system (Mobaro), including troubleshooting, identification, and completion steps.
- Communicate directly with manufacturers and support services in a professional manner, adhering to all American Dream policies.
- Understand and follow all safety guidelines identified by American Dream.
- Complete all required Ride Mastery Sign-off (RMS) requirements, achieving qualification and sign-off ability for each individual ride. Train new technicians at qualified rides to perform work.
- Maintain assigned tools, returning all tooling and equipment as received.
- Lead by example, providing a positive atmosphere for guests and team members alike.
- Work as a team to bring Nickelodeon Universe to life.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
- 3 years of mechanical and electrical experience OR completion of a certified technical program and 1 years of mechanical or electrical experience.
- NAARSO or AIMS certification (or must obtain within 2 years of employment)
- Practical knowledge in one or more of the following disciplines: electrical, pneumatics, fabricating, mechanical, hydraulics, welding, machining, and electronics.
- Required: Practical understanding and safe usage of mechanical tools.
- Preferred: Practical understanding and safe usage of electrical diagnosis tools.
- Proficient oral and written communication required.
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Perform repetitive motion- infrequently 10% of time
- Stand and move- frequently 90% of time
- Reach at, above or below shoulder level- frequently 75% of time.
- Kneel and bend- frequently 50% of time
- Stoop/squat- occasionally 20% of time
- Lift/carry between 10-75 lbs occasionally 25% of time
- Able to work at heights between 10-85 ft infrequently 20 % of time
- Able to walk stairs at heights between 10 to 100 feet- Infrequently, 10% of time
