Reedy Creek Energy Services Energy Plant Services Manager

Walt Disney World Resort • Lake Buena Vista, FL

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About The Position

The Energy Plants Services Manager at Walt Disney Parks and Resorts is responsible for leading the operation and maintenance of energy plants that supply chilled water, hot water, compressed air, and power generation to the Walt Disney World Resort. This role involves managing a team of unionized Cast Members, ensuring safety, and coordinating with various departments on improvement projects. The position requires a strong focus on regulatory compliance, budget management, and team development.

Requirements

• 8+ years in the operation and maintenance of plant and utility equipment including Gas Turbines, Steam Turbines, Chillers, Air Compressors, Hot Water Boilers, Fuel Storage, and plant support equipment.
• Have or obtain, within 90 days of hiring, an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Section 608 Universal Certification.
• Experience leading and implementing change.
• Excellent written and verbal skills with experience communicating with all levels of internal and external customers.
• Proficiency with computer software packages, particularly with Graphical User Interfaces that control utility or industrial equipment.
• Proficiency using an Enterprise Asset Management System to procure repair parts, manage maintenance actions, and coordinate the Preventative Maintenance Program.
• Comfort level with working in different environments, including outdoors and in a plant environment.
• Must be available to work outside normal work hours in response to job demand, equipment availability, and system/equipment emergencies.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency using Maximo for Utilities EAM system.
• Familiarity with ASHRAE Guidelines and Standards.
• Understanding of plant control/communication systems and critical path processes within an Energy Plant environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily operation of energy plants supplying chilled water, hot water, compressed air, and power generation to the WDW Resort.
• Plan, budget, and complete routine and non-routine maintenance and outage activities within approved budgets.
• Lead a culture of safety through active engagement with Cast Members to support the vision that no one gets hurt.
• Manage a team of Unionized Cast Members who operate and maintain the Energy Plant(s).
• Coordinate with internal RCES departments on large improvement projects located inside energy plants.
• Procure repair parts and services to maintain assigned equipment.
• Partner with clients to develop a mutual understanding of plant capabilities and customer requirements.
• Provide current operating information to the Engineering Department for planning alterations and upgrades to plant equipment.
• Prepare accurate Regulatory Compliance reports.
• Coach and assist team members with career development plans.

Benefits

• Health and savings benefits
• Educational opportunities
• Special extras that only Disney can provide

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Accommodation
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree