Application Process:

All applicants must be at least 18 years of age and must have a high school diploma or have earned a G.E.D. All applicants must submit the following information to the committee along with the completed application:

  • Official transcript of high school courses and grades or GED Scores, unopened from the school
  • Military service discharge papers (DD-214), if applicable
  • Record of previous experience, if applicable
  • Provide evidence of a valid driver’s license

Applications are available in person at Central Florida Mechanical Joint Apprenticeship Training Committee located at Orange Technical College – Mid Florida Campus 2900 W. Oak Ridge Rd., Bldg 1600 Suite 140, Orlando, FL 32801. You must apply in person, Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m and Friday 8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. If you have any questions about the application process, you may call the Training Directory, Karen Nichols @ (407) 438-3211 or email info@cfmjac.org.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Must possess a valid Driver’s License
  • Strong aptitude in math skills
  • Desire to work on mechanical equipment
  • Willing to work independently as well as on a team
  • Be enthusiastic and motivated
  • Be willing to study on own time
  • Must be able to work with a wide network of customers/guests
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken
  • Have great customer service skills
  • Able to handle heavy lifting, pulling and reaching
  • Willingness to perform a role where you will get dirty
  • Able to work from elevated platforms
  • Able to work in confined spaces

Program Requirements:

  • Must be physically able to perform the work of the trade.
  • Must be able to read, write and speak the English language.
  • Attend classes 4 1/2 hours per week, August through June. Any unexcused absences may be cause for cancellation.
  • Shall maintain a passing grade average or be canceled from the program.
  • Must attend work and classes on time.
  • Will be scheduled full time hours, and will receive all compensation granted to full time employees (Health Insurance, Vacation hours, holiday pay, etc.).
  • Work a variety of shifts to include days, nights, weekends, third shift and holidays.
  • Willingness to be rotated through a variety of locations on WDW property.
  • Performs a variety of roles while training on-the-job. Some of these roles could include greasing and cleaning equipment, assisting in bearing change-outs underneath ride equipment, working on elevated equipment from an Aerial Work Platform, Confined Spaces and other complicated tasks within their craft.
  • Work on unique, one-of-a-kind equipment and machinery.

CFMJATC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, CFMJATC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. CFMJATC expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of CFMJATC’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.