Supervisor, Electrical / Building Automation Systems

Universal Orlando Resort; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Orlando Resort in Orlando, FL seeks a seasoned Utilities/MEP Supervisor to lead operations, maintenance and improvements of resort-wide life safety, security control, environmental building management and utilities systems. The role includes energy conservation initiatives and overseeing utility services.

Responsibilities include budget development, coordinating maintenance and emergency repairs, ensuring safety compliance, and liaising with utilities to secure reliable, cost-effective

Qualifications

• High school degree or GED required.
• AA degree or equivalent from two-year college preferred.
• 3–5 years supervisory experience in utilities/maintenance.
• 5–7 years operation and maintenance of industrial/commercial utilities systems.
• Licensure/certifications required: Journeyman Electrical, Journeyman Plumber, HVAC license A or B, EPA Refrigerant Handling.
• Contractor licenses and government/military utility certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops and communicates annual budgets for utility departments.
• Supervises Electrical, HVAC, Mechanical, Plumbing, Fire Alarm work and maintenance.
• Coaches and evaluates utility trade technicians and staff.
• Manages PM schedules and emergency repairs for utilities.
• Implements site-wide energy conservation goals to reduce costs.
• Coordinates with utilities and government agencies for reliable service.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Budgeting

Maintenance planning

Energy management

Education

High school degree or GED

AA degree preferred

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

Supervises the operations, maintenance, monitoring, scheduling, installation and improvements of resort wide life safety, security control, environmental building management and utilities related systems, infrastructure associated equipment and components to include: Electrical, Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, Mechanical, Plumbing, Electronic Control and Energy Management. Formulates, implements, tracks and validates energy conservation initiatives to reduce consumption of site wide Utility commodities. Oversees Utility services, meter readings, billings and payments.

JOB SUMMARY:

Supervises the operations, maintenance, monitoring, scheduling, installation and improvements of resort wide life safety, security control, environmental building management and utilities related systems, infrastructure associated equipment and components to include: Electrical, Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, Mechanical, Plumbing, Electronic Control and Energy Management. Formulates, implements, tracks and validates energy conservation initiatives to reduce consumption of site wide Utility commodities. Oversees Utility services, meter readings, billings and payments.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develops and communicates resort wide MEP maintenance & utilities annual budgets for utility departments. Supervises all Electrical, HVAC, Mechanical, Plumbing, Electronic Control and Fire Alarm work such as routine, quick calls, preventative & predictive maintenance, discretionary and emergency repairs.
• Coaches and counsels all utility trade technicians. Develops, reviews and delivers employee performance evaluations as well as personnel development plans.
• Supervises routine utilities maintenance, PM schedules, and operations. Ensures all emergency work and repairs are being performed. Ensures safety related items are completed as soon as possible. Coordinates activities with other Utilities Supervisors.
• Establishes, implements and monitors site wide energy conservation goals and initiatives. Strives to reduce utility costs as they relate to Electrical, HVAC, Mechanical, Plumbing and Environmental equipment and operations. Ensures inspections and adjustments are performed on all utility controls to achieve maximum equipment efficiency and reduces variable operational costs as they apply to monthly billing cycles.
• Communicates with utilities and government agencies to secure reliable service, cost effective rates, and meet or exceed all applicable regulatory responsibilities.
• Assists and coordinates, as requested through work orders, with ride & show and facility maintenance on all utilities / M.E.P. issues to ensure ride / venue readiness, reliability and maximum operational availability.
• 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. (Required)
• Associate’s degree (AA) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school. (Preferred)

EXPERIENCE:

• 3-5 Years: Supervisory experience required in conjunction with 5-7 Years: (Required) Combination of operation and maintenance of Industrial / Commercial Utilities systems & components and associated auxiliary equipment
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• (Required): Licensed as one or more of the following: Journeyman Electrical, Journeyman Plumber, HVAC License A or B and Universal Refrigerant Handling EPA Certification
• (Preferred): Contractor license as one or more of the following: Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing
• (Preferred): Government or military Utility trade designation or certification

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

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