What are the responsibilities and job description for the Convention Center Technician III, Event Utilities, Orange County Convention Center position at Orange County Government?
At Orange County Government, Florida we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that positively impact Central Florida and help shape the future of our community.
Celebrating nearly 40 years of success, the award-winning Orange County Convention Center https://www.occc.net (OCCC) is one of the largest convention facilities in the United States, and is owned and operated by Orange County Government. Located in the heart of the tourism district, the Center serves as the perfect event destination - attracting more than 200 events to the Central Florida region annually. By hosting regional, national and international conventions, meetings and trade shows, the convention center infuses the local economy with new money and expanding business opportunities. As a result, roughly 1.5 million attendees contribute approximately $3 billion to the area's annual economy. The OCCC is a leader in the events, trade shows and conventions industry and is known as The Center of Hospitality.
Performs skilled technical work specializing in one or more of the following areas: electrical, plumbing, HVAC, rigging, lighting, audio, telecommunications and other building systems and services for the convention center. Interacts on a regular basis with exhibitors and center staff to ensure the highest level of customer service.
Event Utilities:
- Repairs, installs, maintains and dismantles temporary electrical services up to 480 volts including hard wire connections.
- Repairs, installs, maintains and dismantles temporary plumbing services.
- Performs troubleshooting and diagnosing difficult electrical and plumbing problems.
High school graduate or equivalent. Five years of experience in one or more of the above skilled areas of responsibility or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be able to understand and follow written and oral instructions in English.
Required to possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License,
Previous experience working in a convention center or highly occupied facility performing related maintenance and/or installation of utilities, air conditioning, heating, ventilation, lighting/audio services, rigging or facility maintenance.
Equipment Skills Preferred
Working knowledge and/or skills regarding electrical distribution equipment, computerized lighting and audio equipment, chillers and air handlers and/or a variety of motorized high-lift equipment.
Preferred Certifications & Licenses
Journeyman electrician's license, universal technician certification in air conditioning.
1. Please fill out the application in its entirety.
2. Applications that show no employment history, no employment dates, leave number of hours worked per week blank, show duties left blank, or state "see attached resume" will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed.
3. Applicants selected for hire in Orange County must successfully complete a background check, physical and drug screening prior to start of employment.
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Open: 1-5-2022 / Close: 1-19-2022 *Note: Subject to close prior to deadline without notice.
$18.03/hr to $23.79/hr. Placement based on qualifications.
Orange County Convention Center
9800 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819
If you are claiming Veterans' Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the close date of the posting. Please submit a cover letter and copies of documents, not originals, to Orange County Human Resources Division, PO Box 1393, Orlando, FL 32801-1393 or fax to (407) 836-0098 (only Veterans' Preference documentation will be accepted by fax). Your cover letter should include the position posting number you are applying for, the title of the position and the last 4 digits of your social security number.
If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.
In order to ensure a healthy and safe work environment, Orange County Government requires all selected candidates for employment to certify, before their start date, that they are either vaccinated, or have received at least one shot of a two dose vaccine. Candidates who cannot receive the vaccine due to medical or religious reasons may request an accommodation to this requirement. The vaccination certification process will be communicated at the time of the contingent job offer.
This requirement helps enable our employees to thrive in their careers at Orange County Government and make the greatest impact on all those we serve.
