HVAC Technician

Entertainment Places; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 22,041 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FREE park admission

Discounts on park admission tickets

Park discounts on food, merchandise

Scholarship opportunities

Exclusive employee events

Job summary

SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment is seeking an HVAC/Refrigeration technician to repair and inspect systems across our parks. You will perform field repairs, complete preventive maintenance, and document activities in a timely manner.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, HVAC trade training, and EPA Universal certification. The role requires physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work at heights, often with varying shifts.

Qualifications

• HVAC/Refrigeration experience and trade/technical schooling.
• Ability to read blueprints or drawings for installations and repairs.
• EPA Universal certification and HVAC controls knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Repair and perform daily routine inspections of HVAC/Refrigeration systems in the parks.
• Perform field repair of HVAC/Refrigeration systems throughout the parks.
• Complete all scheduled preventive HVAC maintenance and required documentation.
• Maintain inventory control and review ordering needs with leadership.
• Adhere to safety policies and park guidelines while completing tasks.

Skills

HVAC/Refrigeration experience

Blueprints reading

EPA Universal certification

HVAC Controls

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical trade school

Job description

Busch Gardens is a place of thrills, fun and positive, lasting memories. And that's just what it's like to work here! As a key member of our team, you'll play a major role in bringing happiness and excitement to people from around the world. If you're dedicated, dependable and driven to deliver exceptional guest service, this is a place for you!

Compensation Rate: $19.00/hr

What you get to do:

• Repair and perform daily routine inspections of all HVAC/Refrigeration systems in the parks.
• Perform field repair of HVAC/Refrigeration systems throughout the parks.
• Train in general system operations and functions, as well as procedures and routines.
• Complete all scheduled preventive HVAC maintenance.
• Complete all required documentation.
• Maintain proficiency in all manufacturing manuals related to Park HVAC equipment.
• Maintain inventory control and review ordering needs with leadership.
• Keep working areas neat, clean, and tidy.
• Complete tasks assigned within time constraints implied by park guidelines.
• Maintain department standards performance in terms of attendance, performance, acceptance of assignments, and strict adherence to all safety policies and requirements.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as required.

What it takes to succeed:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Technical trade school or equivalent experience with an emphasis on HVAC/Refrigeration.
• At least 2 years of practical HVAC/Refrigeration experience or a combination of HVAC/Refrigeration experience and trade school experience.
• Knowledgeable in the reading of and working from blueprints and/or drawings.
• EPA Universal level certification.
• Experience in HVAC Controls.
• Valid state driver’s license and ability to obtain a company driver’s license.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and push/pull up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to repetitively climb stairs, work at heights up to 100ft, and climb and work off of ladders.
• Comfortable with exposure to noise and vibrations.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions and temperature extremes, indoors and outdoors, with or without A/C.
• Must be available to work varying shifts or hours based on park hours, including opening and closing shifts, weekends, and holidays.

What else is important:

• HVAC/Refrigeration controls experience preferred.
• VFD knowledge and troubleshooting experience preferred.
• HVAC/Refrigeration maintenance of food service equipment preferred.
• Experience with Commercial refrigeration preferred.
• Mechanical engineering is a plus.

The perks of the position:

• Ambassadors will enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment, and great teammates.
• FREE park admission.
• Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends.
• Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.
• Scholarship opportunities.
• Exclusive employee events and giveaways.

EEO Employer: SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.