Supervisor, Composite

Universal Orlando Resort; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Orlando Resort seeks a Maintenance Supervisor to oversee the daily operations of welders, machinists, painters and fiberglass technicians. You will coordinate hiring, training and scheduling for the maintenance team and ensure timely responses to attraction needs.

You will lead efforts to troubleshoot issues with engineers, maintain repair records, and enforce safety and environmental policies. A relevant associate degree or technical training is preferred, with 5+ years of technical

Qualifications

• 5+ years of technical and trade experience in maintenance
• Supervisory experience in a Universal Orlando leadership role
• Knowledge of welding methods (Stick, MIG, TIG) on metal and composites
• Ability to read drawings, sketches and verbal/written instructions
• Proficiency in MS Office, MAXIMO and SharePoint

Responsibilities

• Supervise Central Shops technicians with hands-on involvement and coordinate with shifts.
• Train, develop and schedule maintenance staff; assist with hiring and staffing decisions.
• Troubleshoot problems; work with engineers to improve reliability, safety, and serviceability.
• Maintain records of maintenance repairs and daily completed work.
• Manage time, attendance, vacations, PTO and leave; ensure policy adherence.
• Follow Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities per company policy.

Skills

5+ years technical and trade exp

Supervisory experience

Welding methods knowledge

Read drawings & instructions

MS Office

MAXIMO & SharePoint

Education

Associate degree or technical school preferred

NAARSO Level 1 certification

Tools

MS Office

MAXIMO

SharePoint

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Supervises the day-to-day operation of welders and machinist or painters and fiberglass technicians. Facilitates the hiring, training and scheduling of employees for work area.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervises the Central Shops technicians with hands on involvement. Responds to all attraction needs and works to resolve such issues in an expedient manner. Interfaces with all shifts on a daily basis to ensure shop work continues in a timely manner.
• Responsible for training, development and scheduling all employees of the Supervisor’s maintenance department. Administers Universal Orlando policies and procedures, to include disciplinary action, counseling and attendance tracking. Assists with the hiring process and performing staffing selections.
• Troubleshooting problem situations. Works with engineers to improve operational reliability, safety and serviceability for rides, shows and facilities.
• Maintains records of maintenance repairs for daily work completed.
• Manage time and attendance, vacations, PTO time, leave of absence, etc.
• 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

Associate degree or technical school preferred

EXPERIENCE

• 5+ years technical and trade experience required
• 1+ years Supervisory experience and Universal Orlando leadership role experience required
• Must be knowledgeable in various welding methods to include Stick, Mig and Tig on steel, stainless, aluminum, bi-metallic and other materials or knowledgeable in the structural lay up of composite matting materials as well as grinding and prep for repairs of finished products and knowledge of paints, performance characteristics and correct application techniques
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

NAARSO Level 1 certification

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Must be able to work from drawings, sketches, verbal and written instructions
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills needed, and proficiency in MS Office, MAXIMO, and SharePoint required

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

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