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Heather Cox

Summary

I am looking for a position in which I can best utilize my mechanical skills gained through the last 18 years of working in the amusement park industry.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Outside Machinist

Disneyland
Anaheim, CA
07.2000 - Current

I have been with the Walt Disney Company for the past 18 years. The majority of my experience has been working on roller coasters, most specifically Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. My job duties include, but are not limited to, performing preventive and corrective maintenance on ride vehicles and track on a daily basis. Working with my team to ensure attraction safety for both our guests and our coworkers. I have experience with robotics (animatronics), working with both hydraulic and pneumatic applications. I have deconstructed and constructed ride conveyor systems, built and installed linear pneumatic brakes, and installed and adjusted Eddy current brakes. I have trained new employees and acted as a lead. I have always maintained a professional work environment and I've always worked well with others as part of a team.

Education

Certificate in Mortuary Science - Mortuary Science

Cypress College
1998

Skills

  • Vehicle mechanical preventative and corrective maintenance
  • Animatronics experience, both hydraulic and pneumatic applications
  • Ability to work in a fast paced environment while maintaining customer and team safety 
  • I strive to maintain a pleasant work environment to ensure the best teamwork possible
  • Ability to read blueprints and build parts to specification
  • Experience with pneumatic leak detection and associated corrective maintenance
  • Experienced with chain lift, gear box,and hydro sheave preventative and corrective maintenance 
  • Capable of troubleshooting mechanical problems and working in a timely manner to correct them

Timeline

Outside Machinist

Disneyland
07.2000 - Current

Certificate in Mortuary Science - Mortuary Science

Cypress College
Heather Cox