Also called: Ride Technician, Amusement Ride Mechanic
Inspects and repairs rides, from coasters to carousels, often overnight.
After the park closes, you walk the coaster track with a flashlight, checking wheels, brakes, and sensors. You fix hydraulics, electrical systems, and controls. Every morning you test rides before guests arrive.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Certificate, about 2 years after high school. Mechanical/electrical training; ride inspector certifications (NAARSO, AIMS).
Ways in: Trade school, Certification, Apprenticeship, On-the-job training. Training cost: Get paid while you train.
Majors to look at: Industrial Maintenance (trade school), Electromechanical Technology.
Growing about average (about 4% over 10 years). Grouped with maintenance and repair workers.
Low risk for 10 years. Sensors predict wear, but inspecting and repairing coasters overnight is hands-on trade work.
Classes: Auto mechanics CTE, Physics, Electronics.
Official data: O*NET occupation 49-9071.
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