Director of Mechanical and Electrical Maintenance

Overview :

Carowinds has an opening for a Director- Maintenance & Construction who will report to the Vice President and General Manager.

The Director will be responsible for managing the daily maintenance of park facilities, rides and attractions, including mechanical, electrical, HVAC, landscaping, electronic, carpentry, painting, plumbing and signage.

Additionally, this individual will ensure compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and standards of quality and safety.

The Director will ensure the maintenance division complies with all regulatory requirements, as well as supervise and review the work of subordinate maintenance management staff.

Furthermore, this individual will perform related administrative, supervisory and technical duties as required.

Responsibilities :

Manages employee performance utilizing all appropriate means including training, coaching, counceling, and peroformance management.

Address and fairly reslove employee problems within the framework of company policies.

Oversees and participates in the selection, training, scheduling, and supervision of all Maintenance employees to make sure they are knowledgeable of and proficient in proper procedures including those involving safety issues.

Ensures strict complicance with all federal, state and municipal labor laws as well as with any collective bargaining agreement(s) in force.

• Communicate division status to Vice President and General Manager on an ongoing basis, including operational issues, employee concerns, guest complaints, special requests, losses and any other unusual situations in order to maintain smooth operations.
• Participates in long-term construction planning for new park projects. Oversees all construction projects. Negotiates contracts for, schedules and coordinates contractors, engineers and architects supplying services and / or materials to ensure completion of maintenance and construction projects on time and within budget.

Helps establish scope of work and makes sure contractors provide the required work in a timely manner. Coordinates details of construction projects with the directors and / or managers of other departments as appropriate.

Works with Cedar Fair Corporate to make sure that projects are completed on time, on budget and as designed.

Communicate with ride manufacturers to resolve difficulties and to ensure the safest possible operation and maintenance of rides.

Communicate with Six Flags Entertainment Corporate Operations on all relevant ride related issues and to provide needed assistance.

• Interface with various governmental agencies on a routine basis to ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations
• Perform routine inspections of rides, equipment and facilities to assess their condition and staff work performance, taking corrective actions as appropriate.
• Ensure employee safety by working within and enforcing all OSHA requirements and other applicable safety laws.
• Ensure company property, facilities, rides, and equipment are installed and maintained in a safe, reliable and cost effective manner.
• Research, bid and oversee ordering of materials and / or services involved in maintenance and construction projects.
• Act as the divisions manager on duty program as well as participate in the Park 1 and Unit 1 programs for Carowinds.
• Coordinate details of construction projects with appropriate director and / or manager.
• Determine priorities for scheduling of preventive maintenance, yearly overhauls, and construction projects.
• Other duties may be assigned

Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s Degree or related experience in Industrial technology, maintenance management, engineering or related field is preferred.
• 6-10 years’ experience in Park Operations and / or Construction and Maintenance Management.
• General knowledge of engineering principles and biodynamics.
• Budget preparation, adherence and cost control.
• Possess ability to work with sub-contractors.
• Possess specific knowledge of materials, prices and procedures used in construction and engineering.
• Knowledge and understanding of all relevant ASTM and state rules related to Amusement Rides.
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of electrical and mechanical maintenance including applicable codes.
• 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, criminal, DMV, previous employment, education and personal references, per Company policy, unless prohibited by federal, state, or provincial law.
• Ability to work nights, weekends and holiday periods to meet business needs.
• Must possess a valid Driver's License.

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