Job Description
What you'll bring to the team:
Safety is paramount in everything we do. This role is with the facilities team, an integral part of our Technical Services department! You will play a major role in the success of our resort and have one of the most important responsibilities in the park. You must always provide and guarantee a fun and safe environment for our guests with a focus on safety, ensuring that our equipment and buildings are inspected, maintained, and repaired to the highest levels possible.
As a Facilities Maintenance Technician, you will maintain, repair, and install various equipment, hardware, and paved services as directed by the facilities supervisor.
For this position, we are looking for a candidate who has experience working as a mechanic with a preferred focus on golf cart maintenance. In addition, a wide range of building maintenance and general experience is required. Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certified preferred.
You will also contribute to many areas of general repair and maintenance and assist other skilled trades in performing preventative maintenance and rehabilitation projects.
Safety & Compliance
- Safety is the top priority at all times.
- Follows all OSHA, state/city regulations, LEGOLAND California policies, and internal safety/security standards (including ASTM, NEC, and electrical codes).
- Uses appropriate PPE and follows SDS handling procedures.
Maintenance & Technical Duties
- Performs preventive maintenance inspections and emergency repairs on vehicles, fleet golf carts, and other equipment.
- Identifies, reports, and documents maintenance issues, risks, and repair needs.
- Operates basic machine tools (drill presses, grinders, saws, etc.).
- Ensures all equipment, tools, and work areas are kept clean, safe, and in good working condition.
- Completes assigned work with quality workmanship and minimal downtime.
- Logs preventative maintenance activities accurately in the INFOR EAM system.
Operations & Coordination
- Responds to emergency repair calls throughout the park as directed.
- Works with vendors to source appropriate materials and equipment.
- Serves as a liaison with other maintenance staff and departments.
- Attends training, meetings, and technical development sessions to stay current.
General Responsibilities
- Maintains positive attitude and guest-focused approach aligned with a fun environment.
- Works effectively as part of a team.
- Reports discrepancies in equipment or tools to supervisors.
- Assists with additional maintenance duties as needed based on operational requirements.
Education:
- A high school diploma or general education degree (or equivalent education and experience) is required.
Other Requirements:
- Must be willing to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends to support park operations.
- Ideally, candidate is willing to work Sunday-Thursday shifts.
- Must have valid driver’s license, safe driving record, and be willing to utilize own vehicle for business purposes.
Physical Requirements | |
A. Sitting: 1. None (0%) 2. Occasionally (1-33%) 3. Frequently (34-66%) 4. Constantly (67-100%) | J. Wrist Deviation (Side to Side): 1. None (0%) 2. Occasionally (1-33%) 3. Frequently (34-66%) 4. Constantly (67-100%) |
B. Standing: 1. None (0%) 2. Occasionally (1-33%) 3. Frequently (34-66%) 4. Constantly (67-100%) | K. Hand/Wrist Repetitions (Up and Down): 1. None (0%) 2. Occasionally (1-33%) 3. Frequently (34-66%) 4. Constantly (67-100%) |
C. Walking 1. None (0%) 2. Occasionally (1-33%) 3. Frequently (34-66%) 4. Constantly (67-100%) | L. Reaching: 1. None (0%) 2. Occasionally (1-33%) 3. Frequently (34-66%) 4. Constantly (67-100%) |
D. Lifts and Carries: Frequency: 1. Up to 10 pounds None Occasionally Frequently Constant 2. 11 to 24 pounds None Occasionally Frequently Constant 3. 25 to 34 pounds None Occasionally Frequently Constant 4. 35 to 50 pounds None Occasionally Frequently Constant 5. 51 to 74 pounds None Occasionally Frequently Constant 6. 75 to 100 pounds None Occasionally Frequently Constant 7. Over 100 pounds None Occasionally Frequently Constant | |
E. Lifts Overhead: Frequency: 1. Up to 10 pounds None Occasionally Frequently Constant 2. 11 to 24 pounds None Occasionally Frequently Constant 3. 25 to 34 pounds None Occasionally Frequently Constant 4. 35 to 50 pounds None Occasionally Frequently Constant 5. 51 to 74 pounds None Occasionally Frequently Constant 6. 75 to 100 pounds None Occasionally Frequently Constant 7. Over 100 pounds None Occasionally Frequently Constant | |
F. Twisting: 1. None (0%) 2. Occasionally (1-33%) 3. Frequently (34-66%) 4. Constantly (67-100%) | M. Grasping: 1. Simple: < 50 pounds 2. Firm: > 50 pounds
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G. Bending: 1. None (0%) 2. Occasionally (1-33%) 3. Frequently (34-66%) 4. Constantly (67-100%) | N. Manual Dexterity/Strength: 1. Gross motor, light-moderate strength 2. Gross motor, moderate - heavy strength 3. Fine motor, light-moderate strength 4. Fine motor, moderate - heavy strength |
H. Squatting/Kneeling/Crawling/ Climbing: 1. None (0%) 2. Occasionally (1-33%) 3. Frequently (34-66%) 4. Constantly (67-100%) | O. Pushing: 1. None (0%) 2. Occasionally (1-33%) 60+_ lbs 3. Frequently (34-66%) ___30+__lbs 4. Constantly (67-100%) _10+___lbs |
I. Pulling: 1. None (0%) 2. Occasionally (1-33%) _60+___ lbs 3. Frequently (34-66%) __30+___ lbs 4. Constantly (67-100%) __10+__ lbs |
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Visual Requirements |
Hearing |
P. Visual Requirements: 1. Close eye work (small figures) 2. Color discrimination - Minimal color discrimination - Normal color discrimination 3. Other: Depth perception, distance vision, ability to focus.
| Q. Hearing Requirements: 1. Special requirements Able to consistently fulfill communication needs. (alarms, phone ringing, conversation, clear acuity within 100 feet)
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Working Conditions | |
R. Temperature: 1. < 15 degrees Fahrenheit 2. Between 16 and 95 degrees 3. > 95 degrees | U. Driving: 1. None (0%) 2. Occasional (1-33%) 3. Frequent (34-66%) 4. Constant (67-100%) |
S. Crawl Space/Cramped Position: 1. Exposed < 1 hour per day 2. Exposed 1-3 hours per day 3. Exposed 3-7 hours per day 4. Exposed > 7 hours per day | V. Noise (loud/repetitive, < 85 decibels per OSHA Standard): 1. None (0%) 2. Occasional (1-33%) 3. Frequent (34-66%) 4. Constant (67-100%) |
T. Personal Protective Equipment (e.g. respiratory mask, etc.) 1. None (0%) 2. Occasional (1-33%) 3. Frequent (34-66%) 4. Constant (67-100%) |
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Other | |
W. Specify any other requirements or restrictions that should be considered . 1. Heights up to 70 feet 2. Ladders up to 30 feet 3. Confined space frequent 4. water environment
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Benefits:
- Benefits of Merlin Entertainments
- Excellent health care options (medical, dental, and vision that encourage preventative care).
- Outstanding Paid Time Off (PTO) that allows for adventure, rest, relaxation, or recuperation.
- Merlin Magic Pass for friends and family to enjoy the parks & attractions
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Carlsbad, California |
| Job Type | Full-time |
Skills
- ASEunmatched
- Automotive Repair and Maintenanceunmatched
- Drilling Equipmentunmatched
- Driver's Licenseunmatched
- Emergency Responseunmatched
- Facilities Managementunmatched
- General Handypersonunmatched
- Healthcareunmatched
- Housekeeping/Cleaningunmatched
- Machine Toolunmatched
- Maintenance Servicesunmatched
- Operational Supportunmatched
- Preventative Maintenanceunmatched
- Preventive Medicineunmatched
- Property Maintenanceunmatched
- Safety Complianceunmatched
- Team Playerunmatched
- Telephone Skillsunmatched
- Vehicle Fleetsunmatched
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