Now hiring for year-round Parade Float Operator seasonal opportunities with Universal Orlando Resort’s Marquee Events, including Mardi Gras Parade, Mega Movie Parade and Universal’s Holiday Parade.

Tech III, Float Driver

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for driving, towing, guiding and supporting Parade Floats.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Safely drive float units weighing more than 26,001 lbs.  Safely maneuver obstacles both backstage and onstage.  Adhere to predetermined driving locations, paths and speeds while maintaining communication and direction.
• As needed, assist with towing other float units, driving backstage and onstage, loading and unloading of characters and guests.  Assist with props and technical systems readiness.
• Operate technical equipment, such as on-board show control, communications, audio, lighting, video and special effects.
• Provide logging of technical performance/show quality, detailed examples for maintenance personnel.  Performing small projects and modifications to systems as directed by UO Management.
• 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.

SCOPE: 

• Safely drive float units weighing more than 26,001lbs. 
• Safely maneuver obstacles both backstage and onstage.

EDUCATION: 

• High school degree or GED is required.

EXPERIENCE: 

• Proven ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Preferred 2-4 years previous customer/guest interaction experience.
• Preferred experience driving large vehicles, steering other than a standard circular steering wheel.
• Preferred experience using audio, lighting and special effects equipment.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Valid Driver’s License is required.

Tech IV, Float Driver

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for driving, towing, guiding and supporting Parade Floats.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Safely drive float units weighing up to 26,000lbs.  Safely maneuver obstacles both backstage and onstage.  Adhere to predetermined driving locations, paths and speeds while maintaining communication and direction.
• As needed, assist with towing other float units, driving backstage and onstage, loading and unloading of characters and guests.  Assist with props and technical systems readiness.
• Operate technical equipment, such as on-board show control, communications, audio, lighting, video and special effects.
• Provide logging of technical performance/show quality, detailed examples for maintenance personnel.  Performing small projects and modifications to systems as directed by UO Management.
• 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.

SCOPE: 

• Safely drive float units weighing up to 26,000lbs. 
• Safely maneuver obstacles both backstage and onstage.

EDUCATION: 

• High school degree or GED is required.

EXPERIENCE: 

• Proven ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Preferred 2-4 years previous customer/guest interaction experience.
• Preferred experience driving large vehicles.
• Preferred experience using audio, lighting and special effects equipment.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Valid Florida Driver’s License is required.

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