Equipment Services Specialist

Universal Parks & Resorts; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Orlando Resort is seeking a skilled technician responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of industrial, commercial bakery, production kitchen, laundry and refrigeration systems park-wide. The role includes performing preventative maintenance, diagnosing equipment issues, and guiding junior technicians to improve technical skills.

Candidates must have 6+ years of relevant experience, an EPA Universal Refrigerant Certificate, and a valid Florida driver's license.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience with Commercial/Industrial Bakery, Production Kitchen, Laundry and refrigeration equipment.
• EPA Universal Refrigerant Certificate required.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License required.
• National standard of commercial or industrial repair certification required.
• Technical schooling and/or AA degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair and replace industrial and commercial equipment across park.
• Perform preventative maintenance on production and bakery equipment and refrigeration systems.
• Provide technical guidance to junior technicians and apprentices.
• Prepare parts ordering documentation and ensure safety programs compliance.
• Adhere to Environmental, Health & Safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Mentoring

Preventive maintenance

Technical reading

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical school

Associate degree (AA) preferred

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for performing the highly skilled, discipline-specific tasks required to ensure the smooth operation of select destination(s) as it pertains to all industrial, commercial, Production Kitchen, Bakery, laundry equipment and refrigeration systems park-wide.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Diagnosing, troubleshooting, repair and/or replacement of all Industrial, commercial mechanical components to include but not limited to: Blast Chillers, Industrial Ice Machines, Steam Kettles, Dough Rounders, Dough Sheeters, Proofers, Rack Ovens Coolers, Industrial Mixers, Tram Washer, Dish Machines, Combi Ovens, Rack Systems, and associated controls and accessories site-wide to improve the operational reliability, safety, and serviceability of all Industrial, Production cooking, refrigeration systems and equipment.


• Performing preventative maintenance on all production and bakery equipment site-wide which will include coil cleaning of all condensers and cleaning of all evaporators, verifying charges on refrigerants, verifying oil levels. Perform preventative maintenance on all industrial and commercial cooking equipment per manufacturers specs and recommendations.


• Diagnosing and troubleshooting all commercial equipment related to laundry equipment and all restaurant gas, electric, steam, and refrigeration equipment.


• Provide mechanical and technical guidance and expertise to Tech I Tech II and Tech III technicians and apprentices to continually improve the education, experience and skill set within the department.


• Provides proper documents for ordering parts as needed for repairing equipment.


• Understands and actively participates in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

• High school degree or GED is required


• Technical school is preferred; Associate degree (AA) is preferred

EXPERIENCE:

• 6+ years’ equivalent experience with Commercial/Industrial Bakery, Production Kitchen, Laundry and refrigeration-associated equipment, is required


• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• A valid Florida Driver’s License is required to operate company vehicles


• (EPA) Universal Refrigerant Certificate is required


• In addition, a national standard of commercial or industrial repair certification is required

Your talent, skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.

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