Ride Maintenance Supervisor

Supervisor of Ride Maintenance

Cedar Point is looking for a Supervisor of Ride Maintenance to assist in performing and leading a Union crew of mechanics in monitoring, maintenance and repair of rides and attractions.

• Assist in performing and leading assigned crew in monitoring, maintenance and repair of rides and attractions.
• Supervise subordinate crew members with assistance of a foreperson, including training, scheduling, direct instruction, assigning, reviewing, planning work, maintaining standards, coordinating activities, allocating personnel and taking corrective action on employee issues. Manage timekeeping of employee schedules within the Cedar Point timekeeping system.
• Review the work of subordinates for effectiveness and efficiency; establish and maintain a professional, trained, and motivated staff through effective implementation of performance and development programs. Use effective communication to ensure all understand the expectations of the department. Utilize company guidelines to hold those accountable when necessary.
• Develop and implement short/long range ride maintenance/repair plans. Assist in performing winter overhaul and year-long preventive maintenance of assigned rides/vehicles. Assist in monitoring, troubleshooting and repairing rides/vehicles during operating season. Keep Area Manager informed of all maintenance problems/areas of concern. Assist other departments on repairs/maintenance projects as appropriate.
• Assist Area Manager in preparing department budget, ordering parts and materials as needed, ensuring compliance with the budgetary allocations, and maintaining adequate inventory.
• Ensure the proper maintenance and safe operating condition of all assigned equipment, conduct safety meetings & inspections of equipment. Receive and respond to inquiries, concerns and complaints from associates and guests regarding ride safety and maintenance.
• Hire candidates for open positions to effectively and strategically grow the assigned team. Ensure new hires have the knowledge and resources to perform their job to the best of their ability.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Vocational/technical training preferred.
• 1-3 years of supervisory/leadership experience.
• Knowledge of industrial electrical, hydraulics, and pneumatic systems; ability to use meters, gauges, measuring devices, cutting torch, mechanic's tools, various other hand and power tools.
• Preferred knowledge in Microsoft Office, Maintenance Connection, UKG, and JDE.
• Ability to pass a mandatory (or random) drug test, per company policy, unless prohibited by state or provincial law.
• Ability to pass a background check, if 18 years of age or older, which may include but is not limited to credit, criminal, DMV, previous employment, per company policy, unless prohibited by federal, state, or provincial law.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holiday periods to meet business needs.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Management and Manufacturing

Facilities Services

Location:

Vermilion, OH