Engineering Tech III

• Property: 40003-WG Smoky Mountain Resort
• Compensation: USD 26 - USD 28 - hourly

Adjacent to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the most-visited national park in the country,
Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort & Spa in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, provides an amazing work environment with refreshing mountain breezes and spectacular views of the beautiful Great Smoky Mountains. As a member of the Westgate Smoky Mountain Resort team, you will meet and engage with guests who have arrived to enjoy all the Great Smoky Mountains have to offer and help them experience our world-class amenities such as the state-of-the-art Wild Bear Falls water park.

As part of Westgate Resorts, recognized by U.S. News as one of the Best Companies to Work For, you’ll be joining a team committed to excellence and creating unforgettable vacation experiences and supporting your career growth where you are or at 60+ resorts across the company.

Support resort operations by performing maintenance tasks, including projects, preventive maintenance, and work orders.

As an Engineering Technician III, you will:

• Perform and lead engineering projects, guest calls, blitzes, repairs, and preventive maintenance as directed by resort management
• Conduct routine inspections to ensure safe and proper operation of MEP systems following resort guidelines
• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and replacement of HVAC and mechanical components
• Diagnose plumbing fixtures, handle clogs, and conduct repairs and equipment replacements
• Expertise in troubleshooting and repairing electrical components, such as breakers and contractors
• Repair and troubleshoot appliances and household fixtures
• Install, repair, and replace tiles, grout, vinyl, and carpet as needed
• Lead small construction projects, including drywall, carpentry, concrete, and flooring
• Work with pools, spas, and water features, including chemical balancing and maintenance of all MEP equipment
• Participate actively in procurement and inventory processes to ensure materials and tools are available for work
• Proficient in operating resort operations software and devices (HotSOS and other applicable systems)
• Read and interpret technical data, blueprints, and OEM manuals
• Communicate professionally via radios, phones, emails, and verbal interactions
• Perform maintenance and cleaning tasks as required by resort management
• Safely use hand tools, power tools, and battery-powered tools needed for the job
• Work using ladders, scaffolding, lifts, and appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
• Lead and implement safety practices and guidelines
• Recognize and identify potential safety hazards on the property
• Communicate and interpret guest needs with positive interactions to reach resolutions
• Adhere to all CFI/Westgate Resorts policies and procedures
• Always represent Westgate Resorts professionally through appearance, attire, and behavior
• Perform other tasks as assigned by resort operations leadership

To excel in this role, you must embody our core values of integrity, passion, and a strong work ethic. These values are essential to our success, and we are looking for someone who shares our commitment.

• High school diploma required.
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in trades and maintenance within a resort or commercial environment
• Written and verbal communication in English is expected
• Must be at least 18 years old and have a valid driver’s license to drive company golf carts
• Strong communication skills required to excel in interactions with guests and colleagues
• Ability to be versatile, work well under pressure, and meet deadlines
• Must be able to lift 50lbs and work in outdoor weather conditions
• Required to pass a background check, drug test, and prove eligibility…