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Tech I, Fiberglass/Gelcoat (Volcano Bay)

Universal Destinations & Experiences
Orlando, USA
Full-time
Senior · 5+ years experience
Onsite
Discovered 1 months ago
Maximo

Full Job Posting

Here you can maintain the fun.

Use your technical and mechanical skills to keep our resort in perfect working order. That means making sure that our Universe is show ready and safe for our guests!

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for fabricating, maintenance and repair for all fiberglass ride tracks to include structural, interior, exterior and top riding surface. This includes layup, repair, filling, fairing, gel coat application and restoration of fiberglass and gelcoat to ensure safe and operationally ready attractions. Repairs and maintenance also conducted on fiberglass interactive figures and props using both automotive and water base paints. This position is detailed orientated and involves crafting, cutting, trimming, sanding, assembly, planning and time management. Knowledge of techniques, materials, and tools involved in repairs as well as tool maintenance and care is imperative. Depending on location, operation or usage of a high reach may be required.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Performs structural and cosmetic fiberglass repairs to slides and ride tracks which may include direction of Management, Quality Control and Engineering. Suggests optional procedures for repairs on new and damaged parts and implements changes as needed or directed.
  • Performs gel coating on slides, riding surfaces and ride tracks to include spray and brush techniques, color matching, fading and blending to achieve the desired appearance and quality, which may include direction of Management, Engineering and Quality Control.
  • Responds to, plans and assists in recovery and repair of attraction fiberglass/gelcoat surfaces of water attractions slides to ensure operational readiness. Partner with other departments to ensure repairs fulfill required specification and successfully completed based on current weather conditions, accessibility and allotted time
  • Maintain interactive figures, tap stations, props and scales to include, planning/preparing for work, cleaning, repairing, painting, and cleaning work area. Assist Ride and Show Maintenance with access into figures, props and tap stations for their inspections and repairs to include mechanical disassembly and assembly of parts. Maintain, fabricate and install fasteners and attachments for animated figures, tap stations, and props. This can include buckles, straps, zippers, snaps, stand-offs, tabs and various inserts.
  • Completes inspections on slides, ride tracks, figures, tap stations and props for any wear/damage and document and communicate findings through Maximo and counterparts, such as Ride and Show Technicians and Quality Control.
  • 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:

High school degree or GED is required

Technical school is preferred

Other: Previous training in automotive bodywork, marine or aerospace industries is essential

EXPERIENCE:

5+ years: Structural lay up of composite matting materials, as well as, grinding and prep for repairs of finished products required

Additional experience of properly preparing indications and feathering composite materials to ensure all affected areas of discrepancies have been removed

Knowledge of spraying and brushing gel coatings is required

Or equivalent combination of education and experience

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Valid Florida Drivers License/Required to operate company vehicles

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

Universal is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Universal Orlando via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from Universal Orlando HR/Recruitment will be deemed the sole property of Universal Orlando. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Universal Orlando as a result of the referral or through other means.

Universal Orlando Resort. Here you can.

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