<p>Ride Operator Engineer Milwaukee County Zoo Hourly Rate: $18.95</p> <p>Closing Date:05/11/2026 or upon receipt of the first 50 applications</p> <p>Job Summary: Responsible for the maintenance, inspection, and repair of all zoo rides to ensure optimal safety and functionality. This role involves performing routine preventive maintenance, diagnosing mechanical and electrical issues, and completing necessary repairs. Work includes servicing a variety of systems such as electric and diesel engines, hydraulics, air compressors, steel rails and cables, and other mechanical ride components. Accurate documentation of inspections and maintenance activities is essential.</p> <p>Essential Responsibilities:</p> <p>Daily Operation of Zoo rides: Operate miniature diesel locomotives, carousel, skyglide, ropes course, zip-line, and work with seasonal employees. Ride repairs, upkeep, and preventative maintenance on all rides: Conduct preventive maintenance and perform necessary repairs on all zoo rides to ensure safe and efficient operation. Carry out routine ride inspections and maintain accurate documentation of completed work. Responsibilities include servicing mechanical components, electric and diesel engines, hydraulic systems, air compressors, steel rails, steel cables, and rolling stock parts. Customer Service: Interact with customers at all rides and provide information about the Milwaukee County Zoo. Respond to questions, inquiries about service, and handle complaint requests. Documentation: Perform document inspections, preventative maintenance, and repairs and adjustments for all rides, equipment, and rolling stock.</p> <p>Minimum Requirements:</p> <p>Current resident of Wisconsin. Possession of a valid Wisconsin Driver's License. Possession of a High School Diploma or GED equivalent.</p> <p>At least two (2) years of experience of Ride Operation, Train Operations, or Diesel Mechanical Services Able to lift/carry up to 50lbs and push/pull up to 100lbs. Willing and able to have occasional on-call availability, with the possibility of irregular, unpredictable, or long hours.</p> <p>Preferred Qualifications:</p> <p>Possession of a commercial driver's License (CDL). Worked as a deiseal mechanic</p> <p>NOTE: This ORIGINAL APPLICATION is open to qualified residents of the State of Wisconsin at the time of application. Candidates need to submit a full account of their training and experience (i.e., by submitting an up-to-date resume or by fully completing the application) during the application process and may also be asked to take additional written or performance tests as part of the selection process.</p> <p>APPLICANTS MUST POSSESS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF FILING APPLICATION</p>