Description
Position Title: Maintenance Manager Department: Maintenance Reports To: General Manager Status: Full Time Exempt Summary of Duties: Responsible for managing Facilities, Attractions and Waterpark Maintenance. The Maintenance Manager will establish programs to achieve efficiency and responsiveness of the Maintenance Department. This position is responsible for developing and leading a high performing team, increasing financial sustainability through budget control & labor optimization, exceeding Guest expectations through maximization of uptime, facility aesthetic & achieving the highest levels of safety in the industry. The ideal candidate should be adaptable to the business needs, have the skill set and ability to perform administrative tasks but also work in the field, be adept to training a team and possess strong communication skills to maintain open lines of communication between departments within the property in addition to communications with contractors, vendors and other third parties. This position typically requires 75% of time to be spent in the field. Job Responsibilities: • Lead, manage, coordinate and directly oversee the Maintenance Department, Including facility, attraction and waterpark maintenance, in addition to, project management, planning and communication with vendors, manufacturers, contractors and other associated third parties. Supervise, train and develop Maintenance Employees. • Ensure the safety of the property, including attractions, and compliance with all applicable federal, state, local and company codes, standards and procedures including, but not limited to; ADA, ASTM International, CDC, NJS Department of Health, NJS Department of Labor, OSHA, manufacturers and internal safety procedures. • Ensure and verify routine inspections and inspection schedules, preventative maintenance and general upkeep of the attractions, including replacement of worn and/or defective parts, are performed and adhered to. • Repair and troubleshoot the attractions as necessary; respond to calls for maintenance checks, attraction shutdowns and/or system faults. Work closely with the Operations Department to maximize attraction safety and uptime on all property attractions. • Complete, maintain and verify required documentation; including inspections, corrective actions and/or repairs performed. • Maintain appropriate levels of critical parts inventory for each attraction to ensure attraction down events are prevented and minimized. • Observe and report park conditions, communicate trends and recommendations to resolve/mitigate. • Ensure and verify the upkeep of company vehicles, heavy equipment and rental equipment. • Fluent in emergency and evacuation procedures for each attraction and the property. • Ensure winterization on required attractions, equipment and park facilities are performed as season requires; Perform annual attraction maintenance and rebuild(s) during down season as required/necessary. Responsible for pre-season set-up, facility maintenance (HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, painting, sign installation, etc.) during the season and winterizing the park for the off-season. • Administrative responsibilities include, but are not limited to; hiring, scheduling, coaching, payroll, inventory control, ordering & invoice processing, work order system management and record keeping. • Establish and maintain positive working relationships with Maintenance Department, other members of Leadership within the organization and 3rd parties.
Requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age. • High school diploma or GED supplemented by a minimum of 2 years of experience in mechanical/industrial maintenance, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Amusement and/or waterpark attraction maintenance experience preferred. • Must be able to read, write and speak the English language. • Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office required. • Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Ability to efficiently manage time and work without direct supervision. • Must possess the mental and physical capacities necessary to perform the primary job duties, including climbing and working at heights, crawling and working in confined spaces and occasionally lifting weight up to 50 lbs. • Must possess a valid Driver’s License and be available to travel occasionally. • Strong leadership, critical thinking, conflict resolution, crisis management, contract management, negotiation, and organizational skills. Must be detail oriented and possess the ability to manage administrative records and ensure compliance with local authorities having jurisdiction and governing bodies. • Ability to manage stressful situations and successfully work under pressure. Must have a strong level of work ethic with a high level of integrity. • Must be able to stand, walk, climb, bend, kneel, squat, stoop, push, pull, twist and reach above shoulders. • Ability to work in an environment with high levels of noise and vibrations. • Ability to successfully pass a drug screen, credit check and background check.