Themed Hardscape and Coatings Technician

Universal Orlando Resort; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Orlando Resort is seeking a skilled hardscape installer to support installation, maintenance, repair, and enhancement of concrete surfaces across the resort. The role focuses on cementitious, epoxy, resinous, MMA, and acrylic chip applications to meet aesthetic and functional standards.

You will read blueprints, color-match finishes, stamp concrete, and apply topcoats and sealers while maintaining safety and high-quality craftsmanship that aligns with the resort's creative vision.

Qualifications

• 5+ years general construction experience with cementitious work.
• Ability to read design plans/blueprints and follow project specifications.
• Experience with stamping, color matching, and forming to replicate themed finishes.

Responsibilities

• Install new concrete: measure area, calculate materials, form, reinforce, pour, screed, and finish.
• Apply stamping, release agents, and finishing topcoats including stains, epoxy, and resinous coatings.
• Review plans to ensure final product matches the creative vision; inspect exterior/internal hardscape.
• Maintain records of materials used and ensure safe, clean work environments.
• Adhere to Environmental, Health & Safety policies and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cementitious work

Concrete finishing

Stamping & color matching

Education

Technical school or associate degree with emphasis in Civil engineering or Art and Fabrication

Concrete and coatings certifications are preferred

Tools

Stamping tools

Concrete finishing tools

Caulking tools

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for Installation, maintenance, repair, and enhancement of hardscape elements, ensuring they fulfill both aesthetic and functional standards. This role requires proficiency in various materials, including cementitious, epoxy, resinous, MMA, and acrylic chip applications, as well as sealers and stains. The focus will be on maintaining high-quality standards for our hardscape and walking surface throughout the resort.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Install new concrete by first calculating the material requirements. Measure the area to determine the quantity of concrete, color additives, and stamping materials needed. Proceed to install forms and reinforcement, followed by pouring the concrete using the necessary tools. Ensure to screed and level the surface appropriately. Apply any desired finishing edges or textures to the concrete. Apply caulking to control joints.
• Apply finishing stamps, including the use of release agents, and firmly press the stamping tools into the concrete.
• Apply various finish topcoats, including stains, epoxy, resinous coatings (such as polyurethane or polyaspartic), to include rubberized & quartz systems applications, and methyl methacrylate (MMA), along with broadcast flakes.
• Review and comprehend design plans or blueprints that illustrate the themed finishes, ensuring the final product is consistent with the overall creative vision. Conduct inspections and evaluate the condition of exterior / internal hardscape. Maintain detailed records of work performed, including the materials utilized.
• Collects and organizes the necessary information, tools, and materials required to complete assigned tasks. Maintains a clean and safe work environment by properly disposing of used tarps, tools, and materials, and storing equipment in the designated storage areas.
• 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

• Technical school or associate degree with emphasis in Civil engineering or Art and Fabrication
• Concrete and coatings certifications are preferred

EXPERIENCE

• 5+ years general construction, and experience with cementitious work; including but not limited to; Pouring, screeting, repairing, staining, sealing, and knowledge of how to use stamps, color matching, and forms to replicate cementitious themed finishes required
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

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

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