TreeHoppers: Theme Park Fabricator Position
Are you a skilled builder who loves turning ideas into one-of-a-kind creations? Do you enjoy being part of a creative team that takes pride in quality craftsmanship and safety?
Join TreeHoppers, the largest aerial adventure park in Central Florida, as a Theme Park Fabricator. TreeHoppers was built by an expert team of fabricators, and you'll join the team that builds, repairs, and improves the platforms, bridges, and climbing elements on our 10 aerial courses, along with the structures and props that bring our attractions to life. You'll also have the opportunity to work at our sister parks on the same Dade City property: Snowcat Ridge, Florida's first Alpine Snow Park; Wunder Glow, our holiday light experience; and SCREAM-A-GEDDON, Florida's Premier Horror Park. This is a great opportunity to use your welding, metalworking, and carpentry skills on creative projects you won't find anywhere else.
Key Responsibilities
- Fabricate and repair attraction elements, structures, and props from steel, aluminum, wood, and other materials
- Measure, cut, weld, grind, drill, and assemble metal parts to accurate dimensions
- Build and repair wooden platforms, bridges, walls, and scenery
- Read drawings, sketches, and plans, and take accurate measurements in the shop and in the field
- Install finished pieces on site, including at heights using fall protection and aerial lifts
- Apply paint and finishes that match each attraction's theme
- Suggest practical ways to build new attractions, repairs, and improvements
- Operate shop equipment, such as welders, saws, grinders, and plasma cutters, safely and keep it in good condition
- Keep the fabrication shop clean, organized, and stocked
- Follow all safety procedures and wear required protective equipment on every job
Work Areas You May Be Assigned To
- TreeHoppers: Build and repair platforms, bridges, climbing elements, and course structures
- Snowcat Ridge: Build and repair structures, lane dividers, and themed décor for our snow park
- Wunder Glow: Build frames, arches, and photo installations for our holiday light displays
- SCREAM-A-GEDDON: Build haunted house sets, walls, facades, and props
Requirements
- 18 years or older
- Experience with welding, metal fabrication, or carpentry
- Able to read drawings and plans and measure accurately
- Able to use hand tools, power tools, and fabrication equipment safely
- Comfortable working at heights using fall protection, ladders, and aerial lifts
- Strong attention to detail and pride in quality workmanship
- Own reliable transportation
- Able to pass a drug test
- Available for a flexible schedule, including some weekends and holidays when projects require
- Able to stand, climb, and kneel for up to 8 hours, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in a shop and outdoors in heat, cold, rain, and various weather conditions
Helpful but Not Required
- Experience in theme park, scenic, theater, haunted attraction, or display fabrication
- Welding certification, such as from the American Welding Society (AWS)
- Experience with sculpting, foam carving, or decorative painting
- Experience operating aerial lifts, forklifts, or skid steers
What We Provide
- Uniform to wear during your shifts
- Safety equipment needed to do the job, including welding and fall protection gear
- Paid training on our attractions, equipment, and safety procedures
Location:
Apply today to become a valued member of our enthusiastic and motivated team at TreeHoppers!
TreeHoppers is the best Aerial Adventure Park in Central Florida to experience excitement and challenge in our gorgeous Old Florida forest. We have 9 Zip-line courses
with unique challenges on every course. We host Birthday Parties and welcome school groups. Come out on your own or with friends and family — ages 1 to 101.
Salary
Starting at $18.00 per hour
Benefits
Employee discount
Job Type
Full time, Part time
Schedule
Weekend availability, Monday to Friday, Holidays, Day shift