Technician, Industrial Electronics/Animation (Ride & Robotics)

Referral Job Portal; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Referral Job Portal is looking for a skilled technician responsible for the inspection, troubleshooting, and repair of animation and special effects systems at Universal Orlando. The candidate will conduct preventative maintenance, train new team members, and ensure the reliability of system operations.

This position requires a high school diploma or GED, with technical training preferred, and 3–5 years of experience in related fields. A valid Florida Driver’s License is necessary for operating company vehicles.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in troubleshooting and repair of complex electro-mechanical systems or related fields.
• Valid Florida Driver's License required to operate company vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance.
• Troubleshoot down to failed components.
• Document findings and work performed.
• Train new technicians on procedures.

Skills

Troubleshooting electro-mechanical systems

Electrical repair

Preventative maintenance

Technical training

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical school

Tools

Test equipment

Schematics

Maximo for reporting

Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for preventative and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of animation, special effects, and ride/show control and electrical systems. Install, maintain, test, troubleshoot and repair industrial electrical equipment.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs preventative and predictive maintenance as prescribed by OEM and UO Engineering specifications. This includes changing time-limited parts, calibrating equipment per OEM specifications and cleaning, lubricating, and maintaining equipment. Installs, services, and repairs electrical wiring, fixtures and other electrical components.
• Completes inspections and creates necessary work orders for discrepancies found. Performs electrical tests and inspections including measuring continuity, current, voltage and resistance of electrical and electronic systems. 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. Ensures that electrical systems are properly grounded and maintained in accordance with OEM and Engineering specifications. Responds to and assists in recovery and repair of attractions and show effects as needed.
• Troubleshoots down to failed component using multiple forms of test equipment, schematics, prints and other resources. Troubleshoots systems to root cause. Troubleshoot, maintain, repair, test and install electrical motors, generators, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical control systems.
• Performs modifications of electrical systems per UO Engineering or OEM specifications and direction.
• Enters 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 control 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 decent 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 is an equal opportunity employer. EOE