Plant Maintenance Welder Technician , Kennedy Space Center

The opportunity

Delaware North Parks and Resorts is hiring a full-time Plant Maintenance Welder Technician to join our team at the Kennedy Space Center in Merritt Island, Florida. As a Plant Maintenance Welder Technician, you will be responsible for performing installations, maintenance, and repairs on facilities and equipment. If you are organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about creating memorable experiences for guests, this role is a great opportunity to join a collaborative team and work in a unique environment.

$26.19 - $43.67 / hour

Information on our comprehensive benefits package can be found at

Embark on an extraordinary journey with a job at Kennedy Space Center, where every day allows you to share the excitement of space exploration with our guests.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance*
• 401 (k) with company match*
• Paid vacation days and holidays*
• Paid parental bonding leave*
• Tuition or professional certification reimbursement*
• Weekly pay
• 12 complimentary tickets and 4 parking passes per year to share with friends and family
• Attraction share program with 5 visits per year, with up to 3 guests at discounted rates to popular Florida attractions
• Rewards and recognition program with cool gifts and merchandise
• Training and development with opportunities for internal mobility and growth, including the chance to work at our other locations nationwide

* Available for eligible team members, part-time team members must earn eligibility

• Diagnose equipment malfunctions using testing tools, computerized systems, and technical expertise to determine repair requirements and corrective actions.
• Perform electrical, mechanical, and electronic repairs, installations, and component replacements on building and food service equipment.
• Execute preventive maintenance programs including inspections, cleaning, adjustments, and operational testing to ensure equipment reliability.
• Support facility maintenance projects involving construction, carpentry, painting, structural repairs, and installation of building materials and temporary structures.
• Conduct inspections and repairs of roofs, doors, walls, floors, moldings, trim, and other facility components to maintain safe operations.
• Operate ladders, man lifts, and specialized equipment safely while maintaining tools, supplies, and work areas in proper working condition.
• Follow safety procedures, utilize required personal protective equipment, maintain environmental compliance records, and properly handle refrigerants and related materials.

• Must be at least 21 years old to apply.
• High school diploma or equivalent experience, with completion of a certified apprenticeship program or trades school.
• Minimum of five years of professional experience with MIG, TIG, and stick welding.
• High-end metal layout and fit-up of complex fabrication experience, i ncluding brazing, cutting with torch,andband saws; som eadditionalexperience in other disciplines preferred.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and associated software.
• Valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation required.
• Possession of welding certifications, electrical journeyman’s license, Universal Refrigeration Certification, certified public pool service technician, or EPA refrigerant technician preferred.
• Familiar with computerized maintenance management system to enter working hours and notes.
• This position requires authorization to work at Kennedy Space Center and completion of all site access requirements.

• Ability to wear appropriate safety PPE, such as fall protection, respirator, hearing protection, safety glasses, face shield or goggles.
• Exposure to heat, dirt, dust, noise, fumes, wetness, paint, and solvents.
• Ability to work on ladders,…