Also called: Amusement Ride Mechanic
Inspects and repairs theme park rides to keep them safe.
A ride mechanic inspects coaster wheels and brakes overnight, replaces worn parts, and signs off that each ride is safe before guests arrive.
Approximate; based on maintenance worker pay.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Certificate, about 1 year after high school. Mechanical or electrical training; ride inspector certifications.
Ways in: Trade school, On-the-job training, Certification, Military. Training cost: Get paid while you train.
Majors to look at: Industrial Maintenance (trade school), Mechanical Technology.
Growing about average. Steady demand.
Low risk for 10 years. Sensors predict wear, but inspecting and repairing rides overnight stays hands-on and safety-critical.
Classes: Auto shop or mechanics CTE, Electrical CTE, Physics, Welding.
Official data: O*NET occupation 49-9071.
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