Ride Mechanic

Universal Orlando Resort; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Orlando Resort is seeking a dedicated technician for maintenance and repair of animation, special effects, and ride/show mechanical systems throughout the resort. The role requires troubleshooting skills and 3-5 years of experience in similar electro-mechanical systems.

Education requirements include a high school degree or GED, with technical school preferred. The position offers competitive compensation and emphasizes safety and teamwork in a vibrant resort environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in troubleshooting and repair of complex electro-mechanical systems.
• Must have valid Florida Driver's License.
• Ability to operate controlled descent devices and high reaches over 85ft.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance as prescribed.
• Complete inspections and create necessary work orders for discrepancies.
• Troubleshoot down to failed component and document all findings.
• Train new technicians on venue-specific PM work orders.
• Participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventative maintenance

Electro-mechanical systems repair

Vibration analysis

Education

High school degree or GED

Technical school preferred

Tools

Maximo

Leak detection equipment

Schematics

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for preventative and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of animation, special effects, and ride/show mechanical systems.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs preventative and predictive maintenance as prescribed by OEM and UO Engineering Specifications. This would include changing time-limited parts, calibrating equipment per OEM specifications, and cleaning, lubricating, and maintaining equipment.
• Completes inspections and creates necessary work orders for discrepancies found. Follows correct chain of command to notify appropriate management when necessary.
• Performs repairs to equipment due to safety, reliability, or show quality issues found during PM’s, inspections, or downtimes to improve ride reliability and show quality. Responds to and assists in recovery and repair of attractions and show effects as needed.
• Troubleshoots down to failed component using schematics, leak detection equipment, vibration analysis, and other specialized tools and equipment.
• Performs modifications per UO Engineering or OEM specifications.
• Enter follow-up work orders for all discrepancies found. Documents all findings and work performed throughout the process of troubleshooting and performing repairs. Reports labor in Maximo for all work performed.
• Completes PQS qualification of assigned venues. Trains new technicians to do venue-specific PM work orders, recovery procedures, and processes.
• 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

Responsible for inspection, troubleshooting and repair of animation, special effects, and ride and show mechanical systems resort wide.

EDUCATION

• High school degree or GED is Required
• Technical school is preferred

EXPERIENCE

• 3-5 Years: Experience in troubleshooting and repair of complex electro‑mechanical systems, as well as hydraulic and mechanical systems either in the theme park industry or other industrial industries
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Valid Florida Driver’s License - required to operate company vehicles

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Special requirements for certain specific venues may require the operation of controlled descent devices down severely angled lifts - Training is required and will be provided prior to performing the inspections
• Special requirements for certain specific venues may require the operation of high reaches greater than 85ft - Training is required and will be provided prior to performing the inspections

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

Universal Orlando Resort.

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