Supervisor, Technical Services and Animation
Company: Cedar Point
Location: Sandusky
Posted on: September 27, 2024
Job Description:
Overview:The Supervisor of Technical Services and Animation
-leads the Technical Services and Animation teams to maintain and
troubleshoot the audio, video, surveillance, animatronics, and some
lighting systems for Cedar Point, CP Shores, and Castaway bay.
Continues to evaluate equipment to determine upgrades to existing
systems based on cost and impact to the financials of the park.
Responsibilities:
- Leads assigned crew in monitoring, maintenance and repair of
A/V and animated systems. Ensures all documentation is completed
fully in a professional and timely manner including preventative
maintenance checklists prior to the operation of the ride or
attraction. Receives deliveries for their assigned area and ensures
the appropriate paperwork is completed following the Cedar Point
purchasing process
- Supervises subordinate crew members with the assistance of the
foreperson. Supervisory duties include training, scheduling,
instruction, assigning, reviewing and planning work of others,
maintaining standards, coordinating activities, allocating
personnel, and action on employee problems. Timekeeping of employee
schedules with in the Cedar Point timekeeping system.
- Reviews the work of subordinates for effectiveness and
efficiency; Establishes and maintains a professional, trained, and
motivated staff through effective implementation of performance and
development programs. Uses effective communication to ensure all
understand the expectations of the department. Utilizes company
guidelines to hold those accountable when necessary.
- Analyzes current systems for obsolescence and develops plans to
ensure the continued operation of equipment to provide an efficient
operation.
- Assists manager in preparing department budget. Orders parts
and materials as needed, ensuring compliance with the budgetary
allocations. Maintains adequate inventory to ensure rapid recovery
of ride and attraction shut downs.
- Ensures the proper maintenance and safe operating condition of
all assigned equipment. Conducts safety meetings and safety
inspections of equipment. Receives and responds to inquiries,
concerns and complaints from associates and guests regarding ride
safety and maintenance.
- Hires candidates for open positions to effectively and
strategically grow the assigned team. Ensures the new hire has the
knowledge and resources to perform their job to the best of their
ability.
Qualifications:
- High School diploma/GED
- Associates degree or vocational/technical degree preferred
- 2-4 years supervisory experience
- Basic understanding of electronics, audio/video systems, and
animatronics
- Understanding of Microsoft Office, Maintenance Connection,
Kronos, and JDE
- Ability to pass a mandatory (or random) drug test, per Company
policy, unless prohibited by state or provincial law.
- Ability to pass a background check, if 18 years of age or
older, which may include, but is not limited to, credit, criminal,
DMV, previous employment, education and personal references, per
Company policy, unless prohibited by federal, state, or provincial
law.
Keywords: Cedar Point, Lorain , Supervisor, Technical Services and Animation, IT / Software / Systems , Sandusky, Ohio
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