What are the responsibilities and job description for the Float Pumps and Water Systems Technician position at Cedar Fair Entertainment?
Overview:
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
The Splash Water Parade is a groundbreaking touring production that combines singers, dancers, breathtaking water effects, cutting-edge technology, and dazzling performances. We’re looking for talented individuals with diverse technical, operational, and creative expertise to bring this spectacular parade to life.
Responsibilities:
- Reports to the Technical Director
- Monitor, repair, and maintain float pump systems and structural integrity.
- Conduct water system checks and calibrations to adapt to venue-specific needs.
- Coordinate with leadership on water system needs during assembly and tour phases.
- Execute maintenance, protection, and operation of pump, water control and water element assets.
- Participate in float assembly/disassembly, load-in/load-out during tour moves.
- Coordinate site preparations, ensuring water supply and system needs are met at each location.
- Troubleshoot all technical failures having to do with water systems during rehearsals and performances. This includes power supplies to those systems.
- Document and communicate status of water play systems, including maintenance schedules and incidents.
- Plan and implement modifications to water play systems to adapt to venue-specific requirements.
- Pack and water play equipment for transport between venues.
- Performs routine water quality testing and reporting.
- Maintains water potability and safety at all times.
- Performs routine chemical treatments to maintain water quality.
- Assist in refilling float water systems and water props as necessary.
- Prepares all water systems for winter storage at end of run.
Qualifications:
- 2–4 years of experience with water play equipment systems in themed entertainment settings.
- Knowledge of water system operations, including pumps, filtration, and fountain systems.
- Familiarity with safety protocols and maintenance of large moving structures, especially floats.
- Proven experience in water quality maintenance such as with water park operation or maintenance teams.
- Experience with maintaining and repairing variable speed water pumps.
