Electrician Specialist

JOB SUMMARY

As a Specialist Electrical Technician at Universal Studios Orlando, you will be responsible for the installation, servicing, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical equipment and systems across the property. This role covers a wide range of electrical systems, from 24 volts to 1000 volts, and you will work on various attractions, facilities, and infrastructure, ensuring that all electrical systems operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with electrical code and UO standards.

• Service and repair park‑wide electrical systems ranging from 24 V to 1000 V, including Main Distribution Panels (MDP), sub‑panels, circuit breakers, disconnects, electrical relays, and all connected devices. Manage lighting infrastructure including common area lighting, area development lighting, emergency lighting, lighting relay racks, DMX lighting, and lighting control systems.
• Service, troubleshoot, and repair electrical motors and motor control systems of all types, including AC/DC motors, stepper motors, servo motors, variable‑frequency drives (VFDs), soft starters, and programmable logic controllers (PLCs). Service, troubleshoot, and repair all EV charging systems, including Level 1, Level 2, DC fast chargers, all related equipment, and protective devices.
• Provide electrical inspections to ensure safety for electrical systems and components throughout UO buildings, verifying compliance with ASTM F24, NEC, NFPA 70, NFPA 79, NFPA 780, NEMA 250, UL 508A, IEEE, and Universal Standards, as well as CSA, EN, DIN, ISO, and IEC. Inspect work for code requirements for wire insulation type, wire size, terminations, stranded or solid wire, wire color and placement, number of wires, coding of electrical phases, grounding/shielding, bonding, wire numbering, and voltages.
  
  Perform quality conformity checks on electrical work.
• Perform preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, including panels, inverters, batteries, mounting equipment, and all connected components to ensure optimal operation and efficiency. Maintain accurate records of repairs, installations, and preventive maintenance, and submit necessary permits and documentation for all permitted electrical installations and repairs.
• Assist the High‑Voltage Team during emergency situations, helping with troubleshooting and repair of the high‑voltage infrastructure, including pad‑mounted transformers, air switches, medium‑voltage vacuum breakers, and all connected equipment.
• Participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training, and team member involvement activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Technical school is preferred.
• Associate degree (AA) is preferred.

• 6+ years equivalent experience in industrial and commercial construction, maintenance facility, or a fast‑paced service company dedicated to electrical repair is required.
• 1+ year in the theme‑park industry is preferred.

• A valid Florida Drivers’ License is required to operate company vehicles.
• A Journeyman, Contractor, or Masters license with a minimum of 8,000 hours of relevant job experience, issued by a municipality, city, county, or state for electrical work, is required.

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

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