Area Mechanic-HVAC Refrigeration Tech

The Area Mech HVAC Refrigeration Kitchen Tech will solve, perform maintenance and/or operational procedures in all phases of plumbing, HVAC, kitchen equipment, refrigeration work including air-cooled and water-cooled chillers. The role involves repairing or replacing valves, bearings, belts and sheave replacement, blower and shaft replacement, insulation and damper repairs, motor repair or replacement, pump rebuilding and maintenance of boilers and air compressors.

The field service position may involve work from elevated platforms and confined spaces throughout the Walt Disney World Parks and Resort property.

Pay Rate: $29.59 per hour (Florida).

Benefits may include medical, financial, and other benefits. For more information, visit

• Ability to troubleshoot, calibrate and adjust pilots, thermostats and burners, transformers, controls, relays, heaters, elements, switches and controls on electrical systems.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance of HVAC, chillers, boilers, steam generation, blowers, hot water heaters, etc.
• Perform maintenance on mechanical systems that include belts, bearings, motors, pumps, walk‑in‑coolers, freezers, ice‑maker machines and other refrigeration equipment that includes coils, pans, insulation, blower shafts.
• Respond to trouble tickets within areas of Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts.
• Use the tools of the trade (e.g., multimeter, refrigerant gauges, charging charts, hand tools).
• Cast members may be required to handle cleaning chemicals and supplies.
• Additional personal protective equipment (face shields, goggles, refillable hand sanitizers, etc.) may be required.

• Minimum of 4 years' experience in refrigeration.
• Universal EPA Certification (Type I, II, and III).
• Ability to pass the Area Mech HVAC Refrigeration Kitchen Tech assessment.
• Experience troubleshooting, performing maintenance and operational procedures in all aspects of the plumbing trade, including plumbing, HVAC, commercial kitchen repair, boilers, air compressors and water‑cooled chillers.
• Experience troubleshooting transformers, controls, relays, heaters, elements, switches and controls on electrical systems.
• Knowledgeable of valve repair, replacement and adjustment.
• Must be familiar with the tools of the trade such as multimeter, manifold gauges, scale and charging stations.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in standard office software programs and mobile electronic devices.

Our Theme Parks and Resort Hotels operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Schedules and start times are subject to vary.

At Walt Disney World, we are makers and doers! Experience the Disney Difference through outstanding and unique perks and benefits like cast‑exclusive discounts, and access to tuition assistance through Disney Aspire.

We proudly and enthusiastically encourage qualified individuals with experience in the U.S. military to apply.