HVAC Technician

Universal Studios; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Orlando is seeking an experienced HVAC/R specialist to lead advanced service, maintenance, and installation of refrigeration, heating, ventilation, and ride vehicle HVAC systems across all ride buildings and the chill water infrastructure.

The role includes guiding technicians, coordinating with the BMS team to optimize setpoints and schedules, and supervising third-party contractors to meet safety and reliability targets.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years’ experience with commercial/industrial HVAC/R systems.
• Experience with building automation systems and chillers.
• EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification required.
• State or County journeyman license or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide systematic guidance and expertise on servicing HVAC/R systems site-wide to improve reliability, safety, and efficiency.
• Oversee maintenance on walk-in freezers, coolers, and related equipment to ensure reliability and safety.
• Mentor HVAC Techs and apprentices to develop skills within the department.
• Supervise third-party contractors and verify work complies with City of Orlando permits.

Skills

HVAC/R

Troubleshooting

Building automation systems

Electrical knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical school

Associate’s degree

Tools

BMS systems

Electrical schematics

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for the highest level of skilled discipline-specific tasks required to ensure the smooth operation of Universal Orlando Utilities as it pertains to all Industrial, Commercial and Non-Commercial HVAC/Refrigeration equipment, and Ride Vehicle (RV) HVAC equipment in Ride buildings, and the oversight of the UO chill water infrastructure.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for the systematic approach, guidance, and expertise regarding servicing heating, air conditioning, ventilation, supply/exhaust fans, pumps, valves, piping, associated controls, and accessories site wide, with an emphasis on Ride buildings, to improve operational reliability, safety, serviceability, and system efficiencies.
• Responsible for the systematic approach, guidance and expertise regarding servicing all mechanical and electrical components associated with walk in freezers, coolers, rack systems, accessories and controls site wide to improve operational reliability, safety, serviceability, and system efficiencies.
• Responsible for providing mechanical and technical guidance to HVAC Tech I, Tech II, Tech III technicians and apprentices to continually develop the education, experience and skill set within the department.
• Responsible for the oversight of third party contractors and/or vendors task with infrastructure repairs, renovations, or replacement of HVAC/Refrigeration equipment, underground mechanical utilities as directed. Will be responsible for the verification of all City of Orlando permitted work completed in house or by a third party vendor.
• Responsible for completion of preventative maintenance on HVAC/Refrigeration systems as required site wide.
• Coordinate with the BMS department to modify set points or change BAS schedules as required to gain efficiencies and/or satisfy customers and management’s expectations. Assist BMS department with emergency troubleshooting and repair as needed site wide.
• Support the HVAC Coordinator by providing proper documentation for ordering materials as needed.
• 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.

SCOPE:

Perform the highest level of advanced tasks in the troubleshooting, repair, maintenance and installation of refrigeration, heating, air conditioning and ventilation, and related systems and controls, including: Organizing and performing advanced service, repairs, troubleshooting and overhaul of light commercial and industrial heating, air conditioning ventilation and refrigeration; Understanding complex electrical schematics, BMS control functions/strategies and electrical distribution systems; Troubleshooting root causes and determine proper repairs; Analyzing system data to determine the need for increased maintenance frequencies or improved performance of the equipment; and assisting Utilities management with the supervision and documentation of any contractor activity.

EDUCATION:

• High school degree or GED is required
• Technical school is preferred
• Associate’s degree is preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum 8 years’ experience with Commercial/Industrial HVAC/R systems including building automation systems, boilers, chillers and associated equipment is required.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• A valid Florida Drivers’ License is required to operate company vehicles.
• (EPA) Universal Refrigerant Certificate is required.
• A State or County Journeyman’s License, County Competency Card or State Certified Contractors License is required.

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

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