Overview:
Six Flags Great America is seeking a qualified Electrician to repair, maintain, install, and inspect electrical systems across the park ? including amusement rides, attractions, and support facilities. Our electricians maintain park power distribution (switchgear, transformers, disconnects, and panelboards) and work with all voltage systems up to and including three-phase 480V, service ride power-transfer and DC drive systems, perform ride and field-device inspections, and carry out new installations and upgrades in a fast-paced, safety-critical environment.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities
Job duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
? Repair, install, and troubleshoot electrical wiring systems, controls, lighting fixtures, and ride equipment.
? Work with all voltage systems up to and including three-phase 480V.
? Maintain and inspect park power distribution equipment ? disconnects, transformers, switchgear, panelboards, and distribution cabinets ? up to 480V.
? Perform ride inspections, checking field devices ? proximity switches, photo eyes, limit switches, cables, and similar ? to verify all connections are secure and components are undamaged.
? Inspect, maintain, and service AC and DC motors driven by contactors or drives, including DC motor and tach-generator brush replacement and commutator inspection and stoning.
? Service ride power-transfer systems ? slip rings, conductor (bus) rails, collector shoes, and brushes ? including brush replacement, ring and rail dressing, and carbon management (some systems at 480V).
? Inspect, test, and adjust electromechanical motor and safety brakes ? brake-coil continuity, air-gap adjustment, and pad wear to specification.
? Inspect and verify ride restraint-circuit components, such as lap-bar and harness-release solenoids.
? Maintain facility electrical systems and perform new installations and upgrades.
? Maintain facility, ride, and queue lighting, including emergency/egress lighting and exit signs.
? Perform preventative maintenance on all electrical apparatus.
? Install or modify electrical systems and components.
? Update drawings and schematic diagrams, and assist in selecting electrical components and materials.
? Assist with park operations responsibilities as needed.
Qualifications:
Qualifications
Required:
? Minimum of 2 years of relevant electrical experience.
? High School Diploma or GED.
? Working knowledge of current electrical codes (NEC).
? Ability to read and work from schematic and wiring diagrams.
? Ability to troubleshoot electrical problems on rides, controls, motors, and equipment.
? Experience inspecting and maintaining field devices and ride control components.
? Experience with conduit bending and pipe/raceway installation.
? Experience with AC and DC motors, contactors, and drives.
? Experience with power distribution equipment (disconnects, transformers, switchgear, panelboards) up to 480V.
? Valid driver\'s license.
? Ability to climb, work at heights, and perform heavy lifting.
? Must provide own hand tools for daily use.
? Willing to work varied shifts and flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Preferred:
? Trade school certification, completed apprenticeship, or active enrollment in a trade program.
? Experience with motor controls, VFDs, PLCs, or relay logic.
? Experience servicing DC motors and tach generators (brush replacement and commutator stoning).
? Experience with slip-ring, conductor-rail (bus bar), and collector-shoe power-transfer systems.
? Experience inspecting and adjusting electromechanical motor and safety brakes (air gap, coil continuity).
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