Six Flags Entertainment Corporation is hiring: Apprentice Electrician (Remote) in Charlotte

Job Status/Type: Full time Position Level : Level II Shift/ Schedule Requirements: Ability to work various shifts and days including nights, weekends and holiday periods to meet business needs.
Inspects, maintains, repairs, modifies, and upgrades ride control systems to always ensure safe and efficient operations.
Benefits: 3 weeks paid vacation (6 sick days, 8 paid holidays) Several medical coverage options to fit your needs best 401K match Maintenance-specific scholarships available FREE entry to ALL our parks and water parks!
Perks: Yearly maintenance appreciation week celebration Complimentary tickets for friends and family Discounts on food and park merchandise Full-time and part-time employee events and gatherings Responsibilities: Job responsibilities include but are not limited to: Inspects and evaluates rides for proper function.
Detects and investigates any electronic/electrical malfunctions or irregularities and responds to daily trouble calls.
Orders parts as needed for maintaining ride control systems.
Ensures rides are maintained according to the manufacturer, Six Flags, and state guidelines to ensure the safety of ride control operators and guests.
Makes suggestions on improving or retrofitting existing ride control systems when variables such as obsolescence indicate the need for doing so.
Coordinates activities with other departments and crews as necessary.
- Maintains working copy of existing control system software and keeps up-to-date with newer versions.
- Maintains integrity of ride control programs and annually checks for discrepancies of each ride system.
Coordinates and performs annual preventative maintenance of ride control systems.
- Maintains documentation of ride control systems.
- Prepares and/or processes numerous maintenance records, shift reports, purchase orders, modification forms, estimates, contract agreements, schedules, etc.
Assists in other areas where control expertise is required such as energy management lighting systems.
May oversee the work of outside contractors.
Attends workshops, trainings, meetings, etc. to maintain skills and stay abreast of industry trends, products, and resources.
Receives and reviews various records and reports, including maintenance requests, maintenance reports, schematics, ride modification forms, purchase orders, equipment manuals, shift reports, safety sheets, down time reports, contractor quotes, etc.
Refers to policy and procedure manuals, maintenance manuals, technical manuals and diagrams, blueprints, computer manuals, ride manuals, catalogs, reference manuals, etc.
Operates a variety of equipment and machinery, which may include a vehicle, snorkel lift, forklift, computer, two-way radio, etc.
Uses a variety of supplies and tools, which may include computer and clerical supplies, electrician tools, meters, scopes, other hand and power tools, etc.
Interacts with and communicates with various groups and individuals, such as the immediate supervisor, other Park managers and staff, co-workers, guests, vendors, contractors, inspectors, etc.
- Provides guest service according to Six Flags standards when serving the guest, including initiating guest interactions, answering questions, and giving directions.
- Maintains cleanliness and safety in assigned work area and performs all duties in compliance with Six Flags safety guidelines and requirements and reports all unsafe or unusual conditions to supervisor.
Meets scheduling availability requirements, including nights, weekends and holiday periods to meet business needs.
Meets Six Flag’s attendance requirements as outlined in Six Flag’s attendance policies.
Adheres to Six Flag’s code of conduct including costuming and grooming standards as outlined in employees’ Guidelines and other park/division specific policies and procedures.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications: Qualtifications High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Minimum 1-2 years related experience in industrial electrical maintenance work, or a school equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Themed amusement park experience a plus.
At least 18 years of age.
Ability to climb and work at heights up to 330 feet.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Solid knowledge of control processors, components, and communication networks used in real-time industrial applications.
Excellent skills in motor and motion control methods and components and in designing and implementing closed-loop motion control.
Good skills with using the tools and equipment required.
Basic skills using Auto CAD.
Ability to communicate effectively and coordinate between co-workers, guests, vendors, contractors, and inspectors.
PLC programming and configuration.
Education: Associate degree (2 year college) in Electrical/Electronic repair and maintenance.
License or Certification: Valid driver’s license Experience: Typically requires 4-6 years of electrical controls experience, including at least 2 years working on similar electrical controls.
Equivalency: Directly related experience or a combination of directly related education and experience and/or competencies may be considered in place of the above requirements.
Qualtifications High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Minimum 1-2 years related experience in industrial electrical maintenance work, or a school equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Themed amusement park experience a plus.
At least 18 years of age.
Ability to climb and work at heights up to 330 feet.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Solid knowledge of control processors, components, and communication networks used in real-time industrial applications.
Excellent skills in motor and motion control methods and components and in designing and implementing closed-loop motion control.
Good skills with using the tools and equipment required.
Basic skills using Auto CAD.
Ability to communicate effectively and coordinate between co-workers, guests, vendors, contractors, and inspectors.
PLC programming and configuration.
Education: Associate degree (2 year college) in Electrical/Electronic repair and maintenance.
License or Certification: Valid driver’s license Experience: Typically requires 4-6 years of electrical controls experience, including at least 2 years working on similar electrical controls.
Equivalency: Directly related experience or a combination of directly related education and experience and/or competencies may be considered in place of the above requirements.