General Foreperson - Facilities

Job Functions Summary

To coordinate and perform the carpentry, plumbing, landscape duties necessary for the construction and maintenance of Worlds of Fun's facilities and the maintenance of Worlds of Fun's wooden roller coasters.

To coordinate and perform the carpentry, plumbing, landscape duties necessary for the construction and maintenance of Worlds of Fun's facilities and the maintenance of Worlds of Fun's wooden roller coasters.

• Direct coordinator of Carpenters and Plumbing Lead; also direct supervisor of any Temporary Carpenter(s) hired.
• Inspect all areas of park's wooden roller coasters through visual, tactile, and auditory observations to ensure safe operation; communicate concerns and make necessary repairs; log and document all safety checks.
• Perform general carpentry work from blueprints, drawings, models or verbal instruction using a variety of hand and power tools and standard measuring instruments; compute dimensions and select materials.
• Schedule, train, and supervise all carpenters, plumbers, and landscapers.
• Bids, orders, and supplies carpentry, plumbing, and landscaping materials upon approval of the Manager of Construction and Facilities.
• Perform general labor such as crafting materials, building fences, and roughing in framing.
• Manually erect tents and awnings.
• Assist in preparing carpentry estimates for maintenance and construction projects.
• Perform roofing and plumbing work as requested.
• Respond to requests of the Manager of Construction and Facilities as assigned.
• Provide guest service according to Six Flags’ standards when serving guests or working with subordinates.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in assigned work area and comply with Six Flags’ Safety guidelines; report all unsafe or unusual conditions to supervision.
• Meet scheduling availability requirements, including nights, weekends, and holiday periods.
• Meet Six Flags’ attendance requirements per Cedar Fair's policies.
• Adhere to Six Flags’ Rules of Conduct, including costume and grooming standards and other park/division policies.
• Other duties may be assigned.

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure; compute rates, ratios, and percentages; draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Ability to understand English sufficient to receive and perform basic job assignments and instructions.

• Year‑round outdoor work in extreme weather conditions.
• Walking and standing on concrete and asphalt for extended periods.
• Climbing to and working at a height of 205 feet.
• Possible exposure to gasoline, galvanizing paint, chlorine, caustic soda, drain cleaners, natural gas, and propane.

• Working knowledge of applicable building codes.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate with management and seasonal employees.
• Basic analytical skills to organize workload and establish priorities.
• Ability to climb and work at a height of 305 feet in the installation or repair of some rides and attractions.
• Ability to use fall protection equipment; read, comprehend, follow, and enforce related rules and regulations.
• Ability to lift and carry 100 pounds in the repair or installation of equipment.
• Ability to read material (including blueprints and drawings) to interpret and analyze content.
• Ability to write to explain or describe.
• Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail for up to 75% of work activities.
• Requires ability to operate:
• Standard carpentry and plumbing hand and power tools and equipment
• Unloader
• Hand‑held two‑way radio
• Tractor
• Park rides
• Telephone
• Manlift/forklift
• Computer
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holiday periods to meet business needs.
• Ability to pass a mandatory (or random) drug test, unless prohibited by law.
• Ability to pass a background check, if 18 years of age or older, unless prohibited by federal, state, or provincial law.

• Driver's License

• High School Diploma or GED

• 5‑7 years related professional carpentry experience from framing to finish.
• At least 21 years of age.