This role exists to perform skilled mechanical maintenance duties in the inspection, repair, installation and alteration of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems and related equipment and facilities located throughout all Dollywood Company properties. All of this will be done in a manner consistent with the mission, values and operating philosophies and standards of the Dollywood Company.

Summary of Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Inspect, repair, modify and install HVAC equipment including refrigeration and air conditioning compressors, receivers, condensers, chillers, water cooling towers, forced air converter units, pumps, automatic and hand valves, expansion valves and capillary tubes
Inspect, troubleshoot and repair various types of commercial kitchen equipment
Conduct regular preventive maintenance inspections of refrigeration units, isolated heating and ventilating units, including boilers, gas and electrically operated air conditioning equipment, and make necessary adjustments or repairs; service and repair evaporative coolers
Repair or replace defective parts in units and equipment and their controls, including thermostats, automatic switches, fan controls, log switches, damper motors, louvers, relays, filters, controls, belts, compressors, heat exchangers, high limit controls, pressure controls, safety valves, and automatic gas valves
Operate a variety of hand and power tools, welder torch, vacuum pump, test equipment utilized in the trade and a motor vehicle; maintain equipment in effective and safe working condition; maintain parts and tool inventory
Repair and rebuild semi-hermetic reciprocating compressors and compressors for centrifugal refrigeration machines
Perform skilled electrical maintenance work in the repair, installation and alteration of HVAC equipment, components, timers, motors and wiring systems as needed; connect motors to control panels
Lubricate and pack heating, ventilation, refrigeration, and air-conditioning motors, pumps, fans, and other equipment
Install and calibrate systems; install copper tubing and repair pipes and tubing as necessary; test joints and insulate pipes of refrigeration and air conditioning systems; flush boilers, descale tubing; rebuild pressure and temperature safety valves and water pumps
Install, rebuild, replace or repair fans, motors, thermostats, fuses, filters, bearings, valves, controls, gaskets and other equipment as necessary
Maintain related records concerning time, labor and materials; maintain log of tasks performed and write reports as required

Management reserves the right to change and/or add to these duties at any time

Education and Experience Required

High school diploma or equivalent required
Must be at least 18 years old
Must be a Certified HVAC Technician
A minimum of two years of documentable HVAC journeyman level operation, maintenance and repair experience in the HVAC and refrigeration trade
Ability to safely operate company vehicles according to company policy. Must have valid driver’s license, proof of auto liability insurance and acceptable motor vehicle driving record
Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of background screening which includes criminal history and motor vehicle record check

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Able to make a friendly impression when speaking to or corresponding with guests, vendors, and other employees
Must be self-motivated and disciplined
Must be able to prioritize and complete work assignments on a timely basis
Must maintain strict confidentiality and judgment regarding privileged information
Must have professional appearance with good personal hygiene
Must be productive in a fast-paced environment
Must maintain dependable work attendance and flexibility with assigned work schedules including any required overtime, evenings, weekends and holidays
Must be sensitive to the needs of our Guests and feel empowered to act to meet their needs within company guidelines
Must be able to utilize effective communication, problem solving, conflict management and interpersonal skills
Must be able to communicate effectively with Guests and Hosts using approved communication methods
Able to collaborate with cross-functional teams to plan, execute, and deliver projects ahead of schedule, fostering open communication and mutual support to achieve shared goals
Able to comprehend instructions and retain information
Able to perform duties consistent with creating a safe and secure environment for hosts and guests
Able to be flexible to handle frequent changes in priorities
Must be able to work independently and be able to function independently with limited supervision and guidance
Must be sensitive to the needs of our Guests and feel empowered to take action to meet their needs within company guidelines
Must be well organized with a high attention to detail
Must be able to analyze and remember information
Must have manual dexterity necessary to complete all job duties
Able to comprehend instructions and retain information
Able to prioritize tasks and complete assignments on time
Able to operate/drive a motor vehicle
Able to endure approved exposure levels to various chemicals found in cleaning solvents, adhesives, paints, and lubricants
Able to use hand tools, power tools and equipment such as air compressor, skill saw, electric drill, impact wrench, hand wrenches, shovel, etc.
Able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Ability to perform these operations using units of the Metric system in weight measurement, volume, and distance
Able to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret spreadsheets.
Able to use hydraulic/pneumatic schematics and mechanical blueprints during routine maintenance/troubleshooting
Able to understand machine prints with dimensions and tolerances as well as read and understand mechanical assembles and associated terminology
Able to be clean shaven in order to properly utilize a respirator

Physical Requirements | Environmental Conditions

Lifting and Carrying: Position may require occasional to frequent lifting of up to 50 lbs utilizing company’s safety guidelines for safe lifting
Mobility: Position may require intermittent to prolonged sitting, standing and/or walking for duration of shift, up to 13 hours
Repetitive Movements: This position may require performing repetitive movements and tasks throughout the shift, including repeated use of hands, arms or other body parts as part of typical job functions
Environmental Conditions: This position requires the ability to perform work tasks in varying weather conditions to include extreme cold and heat
Cognitive and Sensory Requirements: This position requires strong cognitive skills, including the ability to think critically, solve problems, process and retain information, have attention to detail and communicate effectively using approved communication methods
Able to endure temperatures of 0 to 110 degrees
Able to balance, stoop, kneel, crawl, and crouch, and work in confines spaces
Able to lift, carry, push and/or pull objects and materials of moderately heavy weight (up to 50 pounds) and occasionally heavier weight (up to 100 pounds)
Able to work at heights up to and in excess of 150ft

The Dollywood Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. The Dollywood Company drives a welcoming culture where ideas and decisions from all people support our efforts to be relevant in an ever-changing world.

The Dollywood Company

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