Lighting Maintenance Technician (mechanical and electrical experience preferred)

Universal Orlando•Orlando, FL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for providing support to Ride and Show by performing nightly preventative, diagnostic, coding, and corrective maintenance of show lighting control systems, equipment, and special effects. This role involves inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing Ride and Show lighting equipment across Universal Studios Florida, Islands of Adventure, and Volcano Bay. The technician will also perform modifications to lighting control code and equipment as directed by engineering and creative departments, and train new technicians.

Requirements

5-7 years: Experience in troubleshooting and repair of complex analog/digital lighting equipment/control systems including dimmers, relays, fixtures; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge on various console and PC based control systems.
Understand signal flow and implementation of protocol “DMX E1.11, Entertainment Technology — USITT DMX512-A — Asynchronous Serial Digital Data Transmission Standard for Controlling Lighting Equipment Accessories”

Nice To Haves

Mechanical and electrical experience preferred.
Programming experience with ETC systems preferred.
Preferred experience in theme park industry.
ETCP Certified with verifiable experience preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Perform daily, weekly, monthly, semi-annual, and annual inspections and preventative maintenance towards show lighting controls.
Test, verify, and/or calibrate applicable lighting control systems.
Diagnose system failures and provide immediate long-term corrective actions.
Research defective electronically controlled various lighting equipment including dimmer racks, relay racks, control consoles, lighting fixtures, computers, networking equipment, DMX distribution systems, and wireless data transmission systems.
Apply basic electrical theory to operate, troubleshoot, and repair SCR dimmers.
Utilize technical manuals, technical library, and the CMMS system for troubleshooting.
Provide input and entry into the Computerized Maintenance Management system (CMMS) and log completion of inspections, corrective action, and/or repairs made, and list applicable parts used.
Follow correct chain of command and notify appropriate management when necessary.
Perform modifications to the show lighting fixtures, equipment, or design as directed by Universal Engineering/Creative/EHS/Attraction Operation departments.
Utilize and update focus diagrams and technical prints to ensure proper function, output, and color temperature of each show light.
Complete PQS qualification and other job responsibility related training as assigned.
Train new technicians on venue-specific PM work orders, recovery procedures, and processes.
Respond to downtimes, show element quality repairs, and ride recovery related issues in adherence with all applicable safety rules and regulations.
Initiate and engage in positive interactions with internal partners.
Perform modifications to show lighting control code, as directed by the Universal Engineering and/or UO Creative departments.
Properly document all code changes.
Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.