Carpentry Ride Technician

Job Opportunity At Busch Gardens

Busch Gardens is a place of thrills, fun and positive, lasting memories. And that's just what it's like to work here! As a key member of our team, you'll play a major role in bringing happiness and excitement to people from around the world. If you're dedicated, dependable and driven to deliver exceptional guest service, this is a place for you!

Compensation Rate: $27.50/hr

What You Get To Do

• Conduct daily ride inspections
• Perform preventative maintenance and scheduled carpentry services
• Provide support in troubleshooting and carpentry repairs with rides (and facilities as needed).
• Consistently practice safe work habits including, but not limited to the use of personal protective equipment, lifting and reporting of unsafe situations
• Provide excellent service to guests and team members

What It Takes To Succeed

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have extensive knowledge in operation of a wide range of power and hand tools (i.e. table saw, ban saw, panel saw, routers, planers, compound miter saws).
• Must have at least three (3) years working knowledge in carpentry trade.
• Must be able to read and understand blueprints.
• Must have basic math skills.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to work with supply vendors on providing the correct material orders to complete inventory and repair needs.
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time in extreme weather conditions.
• Must be able to become high reach certified
• Must be willing and able to be trained in harness rappelling for inspection and repairs
• Must be able to walk uphill various degree slopes and able to work at heights of 200 feet.
• Must be able to frequently lift, push, and pull a minimum of 75 pounds.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills in the English language.
• Consistently practices safe work habits including but not limited to the use of personal protective equipment, lifting and reporting of unsafe situations.
• Must be willing to comply with all company grooming guidelines and employment standards.
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule that includes weekdays, weekends, evenings, nights and holidays.

The Perks Of The Position

• Paid Time Off
• Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes
• Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401K Retirement plan
• Voluntary Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Legal Assistance Plan

EEO Employer:

SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.