Electronic Technician (Sound Mechanic) - Full Time

The Walt Disney Company; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The Walt Disney Company is seeking an Electronics Technician to maintain and repair the Disneyland Resort rides and attractions in California. This role reports to the Reliability Manager and requires strong troubleshooting, circuits/motor control, and the ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

You'll collaborate with vendors and Cast Members, perform preventive maintenance, and ensure electrical/electronic systems are safe and reliable for guests and crew alike.

Qualifications

• Ability to read blueprints, schematics and engineering documents and pass safety training.
• Knowledge of control and repair of circuits and motors.
• Strong troubleshooting; able to work alone or in a team.
• Ability to estimate parts/materials and order through vendors.
• Familiarity with CCTV, PA, lighting, projectors and wireless networks.

Responsibilities

• Repair circuits/assemblies at Disneyland rides and attractions.
• Troubleshoot high-efficiency laser lighting systems for parades.
• Reset breakers on rides like Haunted Mansion.
• Perform preventive maintenance on Pixar Pier rides.
• Repair and maintain electrical/electronic systems on rides like It's a Small World.
• Replace/install lamps and switches to keep areas lit.
• Ensure Monorail operates with PLC preventive maintenance.
• Work on animations and attractions across the park.
• Identify potential issues before they occur.
• Work at night and on weekends/holidays.

Skills

Technical competence

Circuit & motor control

Troubleshooting

Parts estimation

Hand tools & test equipment

Math & NEC knowledge

AV/CCTV/PA/lighting

Shift flexibility

Communication & customer focus

Physical stamina

MAXIMO CMMS

Training & compliance

Work environment adaptability

Lifting heavy objects

Education

Trade school or apprenticeship

Related field education

Tools

MAXIMO

Job description

Can you imagine walking around the Disneyland® Resort, knowing you help the fun stay up and running? If you're interested in doing work that makes people feel happy and safe, keep reading...

We're looking for skilled, confident Electronic Technicians who have experience maintaining and repairing equipment like the rides and attractions at the Disneyland® Resort. If this sounds like a challenge you're ready to undertake, apply today to join the team!

This position currently reports to the Reliability Manager.

Basic Qualifications

We proudly and enthusiastically welcome Electronic Technicians with experience in the US Military.

Responsibilities

• Be called to repair circuits/assemblies at Pirates of the Caribbean
• Troubleshoot high-efficiency laser lighting systems for one of the Main Street parades
• Re-set breakers on Haunted Mansion
• Perform preventive maintenance on the rides in Pixar Pier
• Repair and maintain electrical/electronic systems/assemblies on "it's a small world"
• Replace/install lamps and switches to keep the parks light and bright
• Insure the Monorail hums along with PLC preventive maintenance
• Work on animations like the Yeti on Matterhorn Bobsleds, on R2D2, and on The Little Mermaid - Ariel's Undersea Adventure
• Use your experience and know-how to spot problems before they happen
• Experience the Parks at night, when the Guests have left and it's just you and the rides
• Enjoy Disney with your exclusive Cast Member perks, including steep discounts on things people like you enjoy

To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Need

• Technical competence, the ability to read and understand detailed instructions, blueprints, flowcharts, schematics and engineering documents, and pass all compliance necessary for technical and safety training
• Knowledge of control and repair of circuits and motor
• Sharp troubleshooting skills and comfort working alone or as part of a team
• Ability to evaluate the scope of a job, determine needed parts/materials, and order through authorized vendors
• Expertise using common hand tools, meters, gauges and other associated test and measurement equipment, as well as ability to measure current, voltage and amperage
• Mastery of the basic math skills needed to do the job, the ability to differentiate colors, computer literacy, and full understanding of the National Electric Code
• Familiarity with CCTV systems, audio/public address systems, theatrical lighting fixtures, video projectors, and wireless networks
• Reliable on-time behavior and the flexibility to work at night as well as on weekends/holidays
• Good communication skills with outside vendors as well as fellow Cast Members, a Guest/customer focus, high energy, respect for diversity, reliability, and a can-do, team-first attitude
• Stamina and the physical ability to undertake the job. You might walk, bicycle, bend, kneel, climb, push vehicles to re-position them for repair, work with arms/hands above shoulder level for an extended period of time, climb (sometimes as high as 200 ft.) and more, all on a regular basis
• Ability to use 2-way radios, learn CMMS (MAXIMO work order system), and attend/pass compliance and other training sessions to ensure correct maintenance documentation
• Electronic Technicians may work outdoors in all weather conditions, in an industrial workshop, in kitchens with wet/slippery surfaces, and may have occasional exposure to high temperatures, noise levels and fumes
• In addition to the physical tasks listed above, Electronic Technicians may need to push/pull and/or lift up to 10 lbs. constantly, up to 25 lbs. frequently, up to 75 lbs. occasionally, and rarely up to/over 100 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years of experience
• Ideal backgrounds include trade school, apprenticeship and related experience

Preferred Education

We're more interested in your years of experience - and your mastery of the skills needed to do the job well - than a degree, but education in the field is always welcome.

SCHEDULE AVAILABILITY

Shifts are typically at night, and individuals must have availability to work Sunday through Saturday, any shift (1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift) including holidays, and must be open to any days off.

Pay and Benefits

The pay rate for this role in California is $36.92 to $46.45 per hour, which follows the pay scale agreed upon in the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

The base pay actually offered may vary depending on the employee’s job-related knowledge, skills, experience and seniority or adjusted service date, among other factors. Select benefits may be provided as part of the compensation package, such as medical, financial, and or other benefits. To learn more about our benefits visit: https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.