Senior Attraction Technician

Senior Attractions & Arcade Technician (Electrical / Mechanical Lead)Location: Springfield, ILPay: $24–$28 per hour (up to $30/hour for highly qualified candidates)Job Type: Full-timeSchedule: Evenings & Weekends required; on-call for critical issuesAbout The RoleMalibu Jack’s Indoor Family Entertainment Center is looking for a Senior Attractions & Arcade Technician to lead hands-on repair and maintenance of our rides, arcade games, and attraction systems. This is not a basic maintenance job. You’ll be working on a wide variety of electrical, mechanical, and control systems—troubleshooting real technical issues, leading repairs, and helping keep our attractions running safely and reliably. If you enjoy diagnosing problems, fixing complex equipment, and being the go-to technical expert, this role is for youWhat You’ll DoDiagnose and repair electrical systems (AC/DC circuits, motors, sensors, relays, power supplies, control components, low-voltage systems)Perform mechanical repairs on rides, attractions, and arcade equipmentTroubleshoot equipment failures and implement long-term fixes—not just part swapsPrioritize repairs based on safety, downtime, and guest impactLead and mentor technicians, ensuring repairs are done correctly and safelyMaintain preventative maintenance programs and service documentationEnsure attractions meet manufacturer, company, and safety standardsManage parts inventory and recommend upgrades or replacementsRespond to urgent technical issues and on-call emergenciesWhat We’re Looking ForRequired:Strong electrical troubleshooting experienceSolid mechanical repair backgroundAbility to read wiring diagrams, schematics, and service manualsProven diagnostic skills (you fix problems—you don’t just guess)Comfortable working independently and making technical decisionsPreferred (Not Required):Industrial, manufacturing, or automation maintenance experienceControls, PLC, HVAC, or robotics experiencePrior senior or lead technician experienceExperience in high-uptime environments (manufacturing, distribution, production)Experience with amusement rides, laser tag, or arcade systemsPhysical RequirementsAbility to stand, bend, climb ladders, and lift equipmentComfortable working in an active, guest-facing environmentWhy Malibu Jack’s?Competitive pay compared to local manufacturing and industrial rolesUnique equipment—rides, arcade systems, motion simulators, and attractions (not repetitive factory machinery)Leadership role without being stuck behind a deskYear-round indoor work environment (no weather exposure)High-impact role where your work directly affects guest experienceFun, fast-paced environment with a strong team culture