Join Merlin Entertainments as a Maintenance Team Lead at SEA LIFE Michigan and Peppa Pig World of Play in Auburn Hills, US. This is a full-time, hands-on role paying $22.00 per hour, ideal for a proactive fixer who enjoys leading a small team in a vibrant attraction environment.
Requirements
Maintenance, handyman, facilities, construction, or repair experience required.
Experience leading, training, or mentoring others required.
Experience with HVAC, plumbing, electrical, or facilities maintenance is preferred.
OSHA or trade certifications are helpful, but not required.
No specific degree or minimum years of experience stated.
Skills & Responsibilities
Maintenance & Repair: Troubleshoot and fix issues involving lighting, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and general repairs to keep the attraction safe and running.
Team Leadership: Train, guide, and support technicians throughout the day while helping oversee opening and closing procedures.
Preventative Maintenance: Complete painting, wall repair, equipment setup, and routine checks to maintain operational standards.
Potential transition routes: People from handyman, construction, or general facilities roles may bring strong repair skills, alongside meeting the hands-on and leadership requirements of this position.
Job description
What you'll bring to the team
Maintenance Team Lead - Pay Rate $22.00/hour
SEA LIFE & Peppa Pig World of Play Michigan
Lead the team that keeps the attraction running. 🌊🐷✨
Looking for a hands-on support role where no two days are the same?
As a Maintenance Team Lead, you’ll help keep both SEA LIFE Michigan Aquarium and Peppa Pig World of Play safe, running smoothly, and ready for guests every day. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys fixing things, staying active, and helping lead a small team in a fun, fast-paced environment.
This is not a desk job, you’ll be working hands-on alongside your team while helping guide daily operations.
Qualifications & Experience
🌟 Why This Role Is Different
✅ Hands-on support role — not stuck behind a desk✅ Consistent full-time hours✅ Every day is different✅ Opportunity to grow leadership experience✅ Fun, unique attraction environment✅ Supportive leadership team
🛠️ What You’ll Be Doing
Help lead and support a small Facilities team
Train and guide technicians throughout the day
Handle hands-on repairs and maintenance around the attraction
Troubleshoot issues involving lighting, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and general repairs
Complete painting, wall repair, equipment setup, and preventative maintenance
Help oversee opening and closing procedures
Support safety and operational standards across the attraction
Jump in wherever needed to keep operations running smoothly
👉 If something breaks, your team helps fix it and keep the guest experience going strong.
💪 What We’re Looking For
You’d be a great fit if you:
Enjoy hands-on work and problem-solving
Have maintenance, handyman, facilities, construction, or repair experience
Have some experience leading, training, or mentoring others
Can stay organized and productive in a busy environment
Are reliable, self-motivated, and team-focused
Like helping others learn and succeed
⭐ Experience with HVAC, plumbing, electrical, or facilities maintenance is a plus.⭐ OSHA or trade certifications are helpful, but not required.
Benefits
🎁 Perks & Benefits
✨ Free Merlin attractions admission for you + friends/family✨ Health, dental, and vision benefits✨ PTO + 401(k) options✨ Tuition assistance programs✨ Growth opportunities within Merlin Entertainments
