Ride Maintenance Technician

Join Grupo Vidanta and Be Part of an Extraordinary Entertainment Destination

At Grupo Vidanta, we create world-class destinations and exceptional experiences that bring together hospitality, entertainment, and innovation. Our commitment to excellence extends to the safety, reliability, and operational performance of every attraction we operate.

As we continue expanding our entertainment developments in Mexico, we are seeking an experienced Amusement Ride Maintenance Technician with hands-on expertise in amusement rides, roller coasters, and complex electromechanical systems.

This is an exciting opportunity for professionals currently working in the U.S. amusement park industry who are interested in taking their technical expertise to an international entertainment project.

This position is based in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, and requires permanent relocation.

Position Overview

Ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of amusement rides through preventive and corrective maintenance, technical inspections, advanced troubleshooting, and operational testing, consistently meeting established safety, quality, and equipment availability standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on amusement rides, roller coasters, and associated mechanical and electrical systems.
• Conduct technical inspections, functional testing, and safe return-to-service procedures.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control system failures.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, technical manuals, and OEM documentation.
• Support ride commissioning, acceptance testing, and startup activities for new attractions.
• Follow and enforce safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), to ensure safe maintenance operations.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, operational safety, and ride availability.
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, and specialized vendors to resolve technical issues and optimize equipment performance.

Required Qualifications

• Technical degree, vocational training, or engineering background in Electromechanical, Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Industrial Maintenance, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on maintenance experience with amusement rides or roller coasters.
• Proven experience troubleshooting and maintaining mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control systems.
• Working knowledge of PLCs, sensors, electric motors, variable frequency drives (VFDs), safety circuits, interlocks, and protective devices.
• Strong understanding of LOTO procedures and industrial safety practices.
• Ability to work in technically demanding environments where equipment safety, reliability, and operational continuity are critical.
• Advanced English proficiency to interpret technical documentation and collaborate with international manufacturers, vendors, and technical teams.
• Willingness and ability to permanently relocate to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.

Preferred Experience

Previous involvement in amusement ride commissioning, functional testing, factory or site acceptance testing (FAT/SAT), pre-opening activities, or startup of new attractions is highly valued.

Experience working directly with ride manufacturers (OEMs), supporting equipment validation, troubleshooting, and safe return-to-service procedures will be considered a strong advantage.

Why Join Grupo Vidanta?

At Grupo Vidanta, you will have the opportunity to contribute to extraordinary entertainment developments, work with sophisticated ride systems, and collaborate with specialized international teams.

We are looking for safety-driven technical professionals who take pride in their craftsmanship, value operational excellence, and are excited about contributing to the future of entertainment in Mexico.

Ready for your next international career opportunity?

Apply today and explore the opportunity to bring your expertise to one of Mexico's most exciting entertainment developments.

Please note: This is a full-time, on-site position in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Relocation is required.