Overview
Our Environment: We provide a positive team-oriented environment where a collaborative approach with the sharing of knowledge is encouraged. Our permanent full time Mechanics mentor apprentices and seasonal staff while having the room to grow, develop skills and advance their own careers. Working at Canada’s Wonderland, you will perform rewarding work in a niche industry and have the opportunity to work both indoors and outdoors throughout the year. You will obtain an Amusement license certificate (ADM-AR) while being paid and maintain and repair unique equipment with top tier mechanics in the industry.
Candidate Profile: The ideal candidate will be an experienced Millwright with excellent experience and proven strong trouble shooting skills coupled with a positive attitude towards both peers and the public. Willing to learn and be flexible to adapt to different situations that arise throughout the day, this individual will be able to work with our Rides Preventative Maintenance program while assisting with projects as assigned.
Scope of Position: A “hands-on” individual who is responsible to assist with the maintenance and installation of all mechanical/welding needs in our Rides Maintenance Department.
Benefits: We proudly offer an industry leading benefit package for all our permanent associates including a robust pension plan, healthcare, annual bonus, RRSP, 3 weeks’ vacation to start, disability insurance, life insurance and more. We also offer some fun perks like passes to the Park for friends and family.
How You’ll Make A Difference:
Rebuild and/or repair of equipment as specified
Maintain all required service records and logs
Make recommendations for improvements, modification, upgrades and report findings to Supervisor on a timely basis
Assist with major overhauls, modifications and alterations as required
Ensure the safe operation of each work area and each work project
Assist with general cleaning, inspection and reassemble equipment as needed
Responsible for assisting with daily preventative maintenance program
Install new equipment
We’re Looking For:
Mechanic or Millwright license required
Valid Ontario driver’s license (must provide driver’s abstract)
Must obtain TSSA license after completing the required hours
Experience in a diverse industrial environment
Strong mechanical aptitude and strong communication skills both written and oral
Ability to work both day and afternoon shifts, weekends and holidays as required
Proven abilities to problem solve, trouble shoot and work with deadlines
Ownership of tools and safety boots a must
Exposure to machining equipment an asset
Diverse background trouble shooting hydraulics an asset
Welding experience is an asset (SMAW all position CWB certified welder/fitter)
Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions
Required to meet the physical demands of the job including weights of up to 23kg, heights of 106m, frequent standing, walking, twisting, reaching, bending, crawling and ability to work with ladders