Adventureland Park - Controls Technician Full-time Hourly

Palace Entertainment is a leading leisure park operator in the United States and Australia overseeing more than 25 entertainment venues hotels and educational venues across 11 different states.

Palace Entertainment owns and operates some of the countrys largest and most prestigious venues including: National Historic Landmark Kennywood Park Americas Oldest Amusement Park Lake Compounce the worlds first ever Cartoon Network Hotel Best Family Theme Park Dutch Wonderland and a variety of other familyfriendly parks and campgrounds throughout the United States.

Palace Entertainment is a subsidiary of Parques Reunidos one of the leading global operators with more than 60 different assets (theme parks zoos and marine parks water parks and other attractions) spread out over various countries across Europe North America the Middle East and Australia.

We are currently looking for a:

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Perform expert electrical maintenance for all rides attraction food stand stages and CCTV throughout the entire facility
• Respond to electricalrelated issues in a timely manner; troubleshoot and repair any electrical problems in a safe and effective manner
• Ensure compliance with federal state local and company policies and regulations including those established by OSHA etc.
• Develop strong practical knowledge and skills in the areas of electrical/electronic maintenance and repair including PLCs Motors Drives Switches Sensors
• Maintain electrical services to park buildings and other structures
• Conduct periodic inspections of electrical services to proactively identify issues
• Participate in the setup of special park events (e.g. holiday lights concerts etc)
• Research new trends and advances in electrical products to help remain current with emerging technologies
• Promptly notify maintenance and/or park leadership of any escalated maintenance issues or safety hazards
• Maintain all storage areas shops and mechanical areas in a clean safe organized and secure manner
• Safely operate company owned trucks forklifts and other equipment
• Safely and effectively utilize standard electrical maintenance equipment and hand tools vehicles hydraulic benders ladders and scaffolding electrical testing equipment welding equipment torches park rides telephone handheld twoway radio and manlift/forklift
• Perform routine administrative tasks for the Maintenance department including ordering materials
• Assist all other Maintenance and trades team members with completing maintenance projects
• All other duties and projects assigned by Maintenance or Park leadership

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma GED or equivalent
• 3 years of college trade school or technical degree preferred highly desired; Equivalent work experience will also be considered
• 5 years of previous work experience in electrical maintenance or as an electrician
• 3 years of control / PLC experience preferred
• 3 years of power distribution preferred

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 have reliable transportation to and from work for your scheduled shift
• Must possess a valid drivers license and a good driving record
• Must be safety conscious and adhere to all safety protocols including the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when required.
• Ability to interact with other team members guests contractors and suppliers in a positive professional manner
• Ability to troubleshoot issues clearly calmly accurately and safely while in the presence of guests and fellow team members
• Ability to read and comprehend ride maintenance manuals blueprints schematics and technical drawings
• Must possess a general understanding of standard maintenance practices and procedures for electrical carpentry and plumbing trades
• Ability to follow direction multitask and work as part of a team as well as independently

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand walk and remain on feet for extended periods of time during the day
• Ability to frequently stoop twist kneel bend squat or reach above shoulders
• Ability to carry push pull lift and hold objects weighing 100 pounds or more
• Ability to work in awkward positions which can cause physical discomfort and strain
• Ability to work in all nonconventional areas of the property including in confined spaces or above groundlevel 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 interaction with all outdoor and indoor areas of the park
• Frequent exposure to the variable outside temperatures including high heat cold direct sun humidity dust rain snow ice and other weather conditions
• Frequent exposure to electrical currents and high voltage electricity
• Subject to working at significant heights reaching over 100 feet above ground level
• Subject to constant repetitive motion very high noise levels vibrations machinery motorized equipment and vehicles
• Subject to the handling of and exposure to dust dirt grease oils chemicals detergents and cleaners

Team member benefits:

Why Palace Entertainment

We truly believe that where you work matters and as a theme park company we like to think we know a thing or two about what makes people happy.

Palace Perks and Benefits:

• Competitive compensation

• Management Incentive Plan

• Comprehensive health and wellness package

• 401k Savings and Investment plan

• Free admission to Palace Parks in the continental US

• Generous vacation and sick time

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

If youre ready to join our amazing team please apply by clicking on the link above. You may also visit our website at > Job Opportunities to see if youre a fit for our other open positions.