Engineering Technician

Orlando Eye • Orlando, FL

11h

About The Position

The Engineering Technician maintains the safety, reliability, and performance of attractions, facilities, and supporting systems. The role includes preventative and corrective maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting and repairs, and support for installations and site development. The technician works with mechanical, electrical, control, life safety, emergency, and audio-visual systems and collaborates with operations teams to support safe, memorable guest experiences.

This position follows a four-day, 10-hour shift schedule. Typical first-shift hours are 4:30 AM to 2:00 PM, and typical second-shift hours are 2:00 PM to 1:00 AM. Team members have three days off each week, including one weekend day, though schedules may vary with operational and business needs. The role may require mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Work takes place indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions. The technician must be comfortable working at heights of 200 feet or more and using lifts, ladders, power tools, and maintenance equipment. Physical tasks include lifting up to 70 pounds, standing, walking, climbing, and bending throughout the shift. The role has a stated weight requirement of less than 280 pounds because of ladder weight limits.

The employer describes a dynamic working environment involving iconic attractions and themed entertainment systems, ongoing learning and development, a supportive team culture focused on safety, innovation, and excellence, and the opportunity to contribute visibly to the guest experience. Pay is USD $27.00 per hour.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least two years of vocational or technical training.
• At least two years of engineering or maintenance experience.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and familiarity with hand and power tools.
• Ability to troubleshoot and maintain a wide variety of equipment and systems.
• Experience with mechanical, electrical, and control systems, including inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing equipment ranging from 24V DC to 480V AC.
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance programs and inspection processes.
• Ability to use computers and maintenance management systems effectively.
• Ability to work effectively in high-pressure environments and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Commitment to high standards of safety and service.
• Comfort working at heights of 200 feet or more and climbing while wearing a full-body safety harness; the harness has a 280-pound weight limit.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions and to use lifts, ladders, power tools, and maintenance equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation, and to stand, walk, climb, bend, and perform physical tasks throughout the shift.
• Ability to meet the stated physical requirement of weighing and maintaining less than 280 pounds because of ladder weight limitations.
• Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in technical, themed entertainment, attractions, or similar environments.
• Professional qualification in a mechanical or electrical discipline.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on rides, attractions, and site systems.
• Conduct inspections and safety checks to ensure compliance with health, safety, and engineering standards.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
• Maintain attraction reliability while minimizing operational downtime.
• Support ride systems, life safety systems, emergency equipment, and audio-visual installations.
• Assist with new equipment installations, site improvements, and annual maintenance projects.
• Complete maintenance documentation and work orders accurately.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe workspaces.
• Collaborate with operations teams to support the guest experience.
• Follow engineering and health and safety procedures, identify potential hazards, and help maintain a safe environment for team members and guests.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Paid time off.
• Free entry for the employee, family, and friends to LEGOLAND Discovery Centers and other Merlin Entertainments attractions through the Merlin Magic Pass.
• Recognition programs and rewards.
• 401(k) savings plan with company matching.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED