Electrical Controls Technician - Amusement Rides

1 American Dream Wy, East Rutherford, NJ 07073, USA

Posted Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 4:00 AM

The main purpose of the Rides Controls Maintenance Technician:

• Install, maintain, repair, and troubleshoot various industrial electronic and electrical equipment.
  
  Perform preventive and corrective maintenance as required on mechanical and electrical systems.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Troubleshoot and repair of low voltage electrical systems and ride control systems.
  
  Ensure repairs are completed to Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) specifications.
• Diagnose and repair communication systems, including, but not limited to, COAX, Fiber Optic, Ethernet, and twisted pair within the ride controls system.
• Complete inspections based on OEM and individual requirements, including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatics, hydraulics, lubrication system.
• Respond to corrective maintenance calls in a timely and professional manner, adhering to all American Dream policies.
• Perform timely and efficient repairs on all ride systems according to OEM requirements.
• Document all preventive maintenance, corrective maintenance, and projects within the CMMS system (Mobaro), including troubleshooting, identification, and completion steps.
• Communicate directly with manufacturers and support services in a professional manner, adhering to all American Dream policies.
• Understand and follow all safety guidelines identified by American Dream.
• Complete all required Ride Mastery Sign-off (RMS) requirements, achieving qualification and sign-off ability for each individual ride.
  
  Train new technicians at qualified rides to perform work.
• Maintain assigned tools, returning all tooling and equipment as received.
• Lead by example, providing a positive atmosphere for guests and team members alike.
• Work as a team to bring Nickelodeon Universe to life.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3+ years of experience with troubleshooting electro-mechanical systems, including various hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• NAARSO or AIMS certification (or must obtain within 2 years of employment)
• Required:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent required
• Required:
  
  Proficient oral and written communication skills
• Required:
  
  1+ year working with PLC systems.
• Required:
  
  Documented certification to work on low voltage electrical systems without supervision from accredited school or license.
• Required:
  
  Ability to proficiently use a multi-meter, electrical, and communication tools.
• Preferred: 3+ years working with PLC systems.
• Preferred:
  Experience with in a theme/amusement park setting or general ride maintenance knowledge.

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Perform repetitive motion- infrequently 15% of time
• Stand and move- frequently 90% of time
• Reach at, above or below shoulder level- frequently 75% of time
• Kneel and bend- frequently 50% of time
• Stoop/squat- occasionally 20% of time
• Lift/carry between 10-75 lbs. occasionally 25% of time
• Able to work at heights between 10-85 ft infrequently 20 % of time
• Able to walk stairs at heights between 10 to 100+ feet
  - Infrequently, 10% of time

American Dream is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment or discrimination. All employment decisions are to be made without regard to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, pregnancy, national origin/ancestry, citizenship, physical/mental disability, military status or any other basis prohibited by law.

1 American Dream Wy, East Rutherford, NJ 07073, USA