Aquatics Maintenance Technician

Wilderness at the Smokies•Sevierville, TN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Maintenance Technician will perform basic maintenance for the Waterparks. The Maintenance Technician will work to keep all waterpark components running and ensure a safe environment for all guests & employees. The Maintenance Tech will work in all areas of the park and all disciplines of maintenance to the best of their ability; disciplines include but are not limited to electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, and painting.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Valid Tennessee Driver’s License or ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment.
Ability to be covered by and maintain company insurance.
Willingness to perform any required task within associate’s capabilities in order to effectively meet the needs of the company.
Ability to get along well with others.
Commitment to providing quality service.
Ability to act independently with little supervision.
Requires a good understanding of company policies and procedures.
Good attendance and punctual.
Exhibits professionalism.
Exhibits good grooming habits.
Wears the proper uniform.
Works efficiently.
Follows all resort and office policies and standard operating procedures.
Conducts themselves in a professional manner with a positive attitude.

Nice To Haves

Aquatic Facility Operator Certification
Certified Pool Operator Certification

Responsibilities

Inspect each ride and attraction before opening.
Water test each pool system and record results; check and record slide pressures, pool water temperatures, and water filtration systems.
Interact with co-workers and guests to meet their needs in a polite, courteous and cooperative manner.
Assist with preventative maintenance work in all areas of the park, as directed.
Paint/touch up areas, as directed.
Remove leaves/snow and salt areas, as directed.
Document all completed work in the work logs.
Check and document chlorine levels in pools, slides, and pool areas, as directed.
Inspect pools, slides, and pool areas, as directed.
Safe operation of company vehicles, golf carts, etc.
Add dry chemicals to pool systems, as needed, to maintain water balance.
Backwash filter systems as needed; clean strainer baskets and keep work area clean and safe.
Carry out rust prevention practices including, but not limited to: painting, general maintenance, mechanics, pneumatics, electrical and plumbing.
Perform common preventive maintenance.
Repair tubes, rafts, flow boards and body boards.
Follow protocols set by OSHA, EPA, and Wilderness Development Corporation.
Wear proper personal protective equipment while working with or around chemicals.
Clean acid and chlorine feed lines and injectors, as needed.
Respond to radio calls regarding problems in the water parks within a reasonable amount of time – ability to prioritize according to urgency, when necessary.
Keep an open line of communication between aquatic maintenance and the Aquatic Operations Management/Supervisory staff.
All other duties as assigned by management.