Kevin Mahoney
Manahawkin
Summary
I started off as a ride operator in the amusement industry and found my way into a ride technician job during my second summer. Ever since than I have been doing my best to keep rides safe. Completing daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly checks according to the manufacturers guidelines. In 2011 I became an RCMT mechanic and started taking on a more significant role of a mechanic and helping our newer mechanic staff along the way. Although I was an RCMT mechanic I never stopped on the operations side of things, It was always nice to have a sense of both to keep things running smoothly.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Ride Mechanic
Fantasy Island Amusement Park
05.2011 - Current
- Completed full ride inspections to check for safe operations
- Maintained accurate logs of all mechanical fixes
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Participated in ongoing NAARSO training to stay up to date with advancements in ride safety.
- Installing of new rides
- Mentored junior mechanics in proper diagnostic techniques, tool usage, and workplace safety practices to foster their growth within the company.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Disassembled and Reassembled our rides each season to check for ware and tare and weather erosion
Rides Operations Manager
Fantasy Island Amusement Park
05.2002 - Current
- Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
- Developed operational check lists that myself and my team would complete daily
- Led and created the trainings for all ride staff
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue and effectively targeting new markets.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Helped in creating our own leadership seminars
Ride Technician
Fantasy Island Amusement Park
09.2004 - 2011
- Trained in how to do Ride Safety Check lists
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Helped with disassembling and reassembling of rides during the winter months
- Sanded and painted to help keep the rides safe from the elements
- Would help with small mechanical fixes like light bulbs, flat tires, bad wheels, and bad bearings
Education
High School Diploma -
Southern Regional High School
Manahawkin, NJMassage Therapy - Massage
Lincoln Technical Institute - NJ
Iselin, NJ11.2011
RCMT Level 1 - Ride Mechanic
National Association of Amusement Ride Safety
2011
Skills
- Troubleshooting
- Mechanical Systems
- Repairs Knowledge
- Safety Procedures
- Safety Management
- Maintenance and Repairs
- Preventive Maintenance
- Grease and Lubricant Application
Timeline
Ride Mechanic
Fantasy Island Amusement Park
05.2011 - Current
Ride Technician
Fantasy Island Amusement Park
09.2004 - 2011
Rides Operations Manager
Fantasy Island Amusement Park
05.2002 - Current
High School Diploma -
Southern Regional High School
Massage Therapy - Massage
Lincoln Technical Institute - NJ
RCMT Level 1 - Ride Mechanic
National Association of Amusement Ride Safety
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