Cogen & Central Energy Plant Operator

The Walt Disney Company; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

The Walt Disney Company is seeking a Cogen Operator to monitor and maintain the RCES Cogen and Central Energy Plant at Walt Disney World. You will manage gas turbines, steam turbines, chillers, and support equipment while documenting operational status and optimizing performance.

Ideal candidates bring four years of industrial equipment experience, familiarity with energy production equipment, and the ability to interpret blueprints and flow charts.

Qualifications

• Universal EPA certification or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Cogeneration Power Plant certification test within six months of hire.
• Four years of experience operating industrial equipment or related field.
• Knowledge of energy production equipment (chillers, cooling towers, diesel generators, boilers, compressors).
• Experience with oils/greases and ability to read blueprints/flow charts.

Responsibilities

• Operate gas turbine, steam turbine, chillers, air compressors, and generators.
• Validate equipment operation and document status; adjust to optimize performance.
• Sequence equipment to meet production demands and improve efficiency.
• Respond to emergencies and restart the facility as needed.
• Perform routine water treatment tests and manage chemical dosing.
• Handle cleaning chemicals and PPE as required; follow safety protocols.

Skills

Communication skills

Lift up to 50 pounds

Blueprint interpretation

Office software proficiency

Written and interpersonal skills

Tools

EPA / Cogeneration certifications

Industrial equipment knowledge

Job description

The Walt Disney Company is seeking a Cogen Operator to monitor and maintain the RCES Cogen and Central Energy Plant at Walt Disney World. You will manage gas turbines, steam turbines, chillers, and support equipment while documenting operational status and optimizing performance.

Ideal candidates bring four years of industrial equipment experience, familiarity with energy production equipment, and the ability to interpret blueprints and flow charts.