Power Distribution Technician, Walt Disney World

Walt Disney World; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 55,104 - 56,481; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cast-exclusive discounts

Disney Aspire tuition assistance

Benefits package (medical, etc.)

Job summary

Disney World is seeking a Power Distribution Technician to operate and maintain the resort's electric utility transmission, distribution and industrial system. The role may involve work from elevated platforms and confined spaces across the Walt Disney World Parks and Resort property.

Required: Journeyman Electrician, Florida Class A/B CDL or ability to obtain; experience with high- and medium-voltage distribution, protection systems, and reading electrical schematics.

Qualifications

• Valid Florida Class A or B CDL with air brake endorsement or ability to obtain.
• Journeyman Electrician certification and experience with power distribution.
• Experience in substation operations, protection systems and device switching.

Responsibilities

• Operate electric utility power distribution protection and industrial systems.
• Provide emergency response and restore service during outages.
• Perform preventive maintenance on distribution and industrial equipment.
• Test, calibrate and repair electric utility equipment and systems.
• Follow safety procedures and use PPE as required.

Skills

Electrical safety

Reading schematics

Interpersonal communication

Education

Journeyman Electrician

Florida CDL Class A/B (or ability to obtain)

Job description

At Disney, we’re storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. We do this through applying and developing innovative technology and opening up the boundaries to bring stories to life through our movies, products, interactive games, parks and resorts, and media networks. Now is your chance to join our dedicated team that delivers unparalleled creative content to audiences around the world. The Power Distribution Tech is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the Reedy Creek Energy Services electric utility transmission, distribution and industrial system. The field service position may include work from elevated platforms and confined spaces throughout the Walt Disney World Parks and Resort property.

Responsibilities

• Operate electric utility power distribution protection and industrial electrical systems
• Provide emergency response and service restoration in utility system outage conditions
• Perform preventive maintenance on utility power distribution and industrial systems
• Conduct testing, calibration, and repair on electric utility, power distribution, and industrial equipment and systems
• Cast members may be required to handle cleaning chemicals and supplies
• Additional Personal Protective Equipment (face shields, goggles, refillable hand sanitizers, etc.) may be required

Basic Qualifications

• Valid Florida class A or B commercial driver’s license OR ability to obtain Class A or B Permit with air brake endorsement
• Journeyman Electrician
• Experience with power distribution, generation systems and associated controls
• Experience in power distribution system substation operations and protection systems and devices
• Experience operating power distribution systems with nominal ratings of 69 kV, 12 kV, 5 kV and below
• Understanding of OSHA and industry standard lock-out tag-out safety procedures
• Experience in industry standard switching and tagging procedures for high voltage transmission and distribution
• Ability to read electrical schematics to aid in control system troubleshooting of power distribution systems
• Possess the ability to interpret blueprints
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills
• Proficiency in standard office software programs and mobile electronic devices

Preferred Qualifications

• Associates degree in an engineering related field

Additional Information

At Walt Disney World, we are makers and doers! Experience the Disney Difference through outstanding and unique perks and benefits like cast-exclusive discounts, and access to tuition assistance through Disney Aspire.

We proudly and enthusiastically encourage qualified individuals with experience in the U.S. Military to apply.

Schedule Availability

Our Theme Parks and Resort Hotels operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Schedules and start times are subject to vary.

The pay rate for this role in Florida is $40.49 per hour. 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.