Electrical Controls Specialist
Company: California's Great America
Location: Santa Clara
Posted on: October 10, 2024
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Job Description:
Overview:Salary details based on experience: $58/hr. - $62/hr.
Job Status/Type: Full-time, year-round Position Level: Mid to
Senior - Level Shift/Schedule Requirements: Ability to work various
shifts and days including nights, weekends and holiday periods to
meet business needs. The Electrical Controls Specialist inspects,
maintains, repairs, modifies, and upgrades ride control systems to
always ensure safe and efficient operations. Responsibilities and
requirements may vary by location. Benefits: - 3 weeks paid PTO
which increases with seniority (6 sick days, 8 paid holidays) -
Multiple medical coverage options to fit your needs, along with
dental and vision coverage - 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, and more! Responsibilities:Demonstrate a solid
knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), Variable
Frequency Drives (VFDs) and both AC & DC, high and low voltage
motor control circuits. 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, Cedar
Fair, 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.
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. 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. Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:Associate degree (2 year college) in
Electrical/Electronic repair and maintenance. Requires 4-6 years of
electrical controls experience, including at least 2 years working
on similar electrical and electronic controls. Has substantial
understanding of the job and applies knowledge and skills to
complete a wide range of tasks. Works on diversified assignments
that are moderately difficult, requiring judgment in analysis of
facts surrounding individual transactions/problems and in
determination of actions to be taken within the limits of standard
or accepted practice. Works under direction where definite
objectives are established. Normally receives little instruction on
daily work and general instructions on newly introduced
assignments. Performs complex projects within the park related to
electrical/electronic ride control. Must have a solid knowledge of
Programmable Logic Controllers, 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. Ability to
demonstrate the use PLC software and test equipment for PLC
programming and configuration. Valid driver's license. Directly
related experience or a combination of directly related education
and experience and/or competencies may be considered in place of
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Keywords: California's Great America, Parkway-South Sacramento , Electrical Controls Specialist, Professions , Santa Clara, California
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