What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plumbing Specialist position at Universal Orlando Resort?
JOB SUMMARY:
Responsible for performing the highly skilled, discipline-specific tasks required to ensure the smooth operation of Universal Orlando Facilities as it pertains to all industrial, commercial and non-commercial plumbing equipment, utilities and infrastructure.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Responsible for performing the highly skilled, discipline-specific tasks required to ensure the smooth operation of Universal Orlando Facilities as it pertains to all industrial, commercial and non-commercial plumbing equipment, utilities and infrastructure.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Service and repair all UO plumbing systems, including, but not limited to: water closets; urinals; sinks; faucets; drinking fountains; water softeners; water heaters; steam effect boilers; potable backflow preventers; circulating pumps; tempering valves; mixing valves; high pressure fog/mist lines; nozzles and pumps and all related potable water and piping assets by complying with all NSF, ADA and State Plumbing codes and regulations. Interface with Contractors and Code Enforcement Agencies.
- Service all UO infrastructure, including, but not limited to: sanitary lines; grease lines; oil lines; grease traps; interceptors, lift stations pumps and controllers/PLC. Operate large cable commercial sewer machines and high-pressure line jetting equipment.
- Service all UO natural gas systems, including, but not limited to, all above ground and below ground pipes, valves and fittings.
- Service all steam boilers and piping. Perform daily water conductivity tests on boiler feed water. Maintain all flame, water, natural gas and pressure controls as well as all other safety devices. Conduct diagnostics and troubleshooting efforts through the onboard boiler PLC HMI. Service all makeup water feed pumps and associated piping.
- Service all water based fire protection systems, including, but not limited to: all fire hydrants; fire sprinkler systems; fire pumps; industrial backflow preventers and all related fire infrastructure.
- 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.
- Technical school is preferred
- Associate degree (AA) is preferred
- 6 equivalent years in industrial and commercial construction, maintenance facility or a fast paced service company dedicated to plumbing repair is required
- 1 year in theme park industry is preferred
- A valid Florida Driver’s License is mandatory for the operation of company vehicles.
- Additionally, a Journeyman, Contractor, or Masters licenses with a minimum of 8,000 hours of relevant job experience that is issued by a Municipality, City, County, State, for the MEP trades is required.
- Moreover, a current Backflow Test and Repair certification or current Midwest Energy Association (MEA) and updated Operator Qualifications (OQ) certification are required within 6 months.
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.
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Universal Orlando is an equal opportunity employer. Universal elements and all related indicia TM & © 2026 Universal Studios. All rights reserved. EOE