Maintenance Technician - Blackberry Mountain

Blackberry Farm, LLC; Kentucky; On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k match with profit sharing

Travel perks and property benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off and holidays

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Blackberry Farm, LLC is seeking a Maintenance Technician to inspect, service, repair, and maintain electrical, mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, and general building components across the estate. The role requires hands-on use of tools, adherence to safety standards, and coordination with vendors to minimize guest disruption.

The position emphasizes preventive maintenance, diagnostic troubleshooting, and timely repairs of lighting, plumbing, hot water systems, and equipment.

Qualifications

• Must possess and have on hand miscellaneous hand tools needed to complete minor maintenance repairs.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License
• Must be able to communicate and work with third party vendors, as well as, possibly contact the appropriate vendor(s) in the event of an emergency

Responsibilities

• Inspect, service, repair, and maintain essential and non-essential building components including electrical, mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, interior and exterior, vehicle, light refrigeration, and tool and machinery.
• Perform preventive maintenance inspections and forecast maintenance related issues to minimize guest downtime.
• Repair and replace lighting fixtures, switches, outlets, fuses, and related electrical components.
• Address plumbing fixtures and piping, pumps, hot water systems, and related components.
• Conduct general repairs to doors, windows, ceilings, millwork, and fixtures.
• Assist with golf cart maintenance when needed.

Skills

Hand tools

Communication

Troubleshooting

Math skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electrical tools

Plumbing tools

HVAC tools

General maintenance tools

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. 1507 E. Millers Cove Rd Walland, TN 37886 The pay range for this position starts between $18.00 to $24.00 an hour. Schedule: Sunday through Thursday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the proper inspection, service, repair, and maintenance of essential and non-essential building components including, but not limited to: electrical, mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, general interior and exterior, vehicle, light refrigeration, and tool and machinery. A maintenance technician must have in-depth knowledge of tool use, mechanical operations, and repair procedures associated with proper facility upkeep and maintenance. This person must be able to inspect, assess, and forecast maintenance related issues to minimize internal and external guest inconvenience, as well as, ensuring a safe and elegant estate.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must possess and have on hand miscellaneous hand tools needed to complete minor maintenance repairs
• Must provide a clean and safe work environment during and after final completion of work
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License
• Must be able to communicate and work with third party vendors, as well as, possibly contact the appropriate vendor(s) in the event of an emergency

Electrical

• Interior and exterior light bulb troubleshooting and replacement
• Troubleshooting and replacement of dimmer switches, timers, receptacles, GFCI's, breakers, light fixtures, ballasts and drivers, lamp socket replacement, and other electrical related items
• Inspecting and changing elements and fuses in hot water heaters
• Preventive maintenance inspections including EM generator testing

Plumbing

• Upkeep, repair, and replacement of plumbing fixtures, i.e., toilets, faucets, valve cartridges, hose bibs, mixing valves, hot tub components, vacuum switches, and other plumbing related items
• Rodding drains, plunging toilets/sinks, soldering, braising, PVC repair, valve replacement, and pump repair/replacement, water filter replacement
• Preventive maintenance inspections of hot water heaters, pumps, septic field and component, potable water stations, and other misc. plumbing items

General

• Miscellaneous repair of general building items including, but not limited to: door/window parts and lock repair, furniture repair, ceiling tile replacement, millwork repair, picture/painting installation, limited kitchen appliance repair, minor floor and wall tile repair/replacement, and general fixture repair
• Inspection and limited repair of general exterior and roof components

Golf Cart Maintenance

• Occasional troubleshooting, repair, and replacement of miscellaneous golf cart items, i.e., tires, lights, cart chargers, etc.

Must comply with all company policies and procedures. Regular and consistent attendance is required to fulfill the essential functions of this position. Must be able to work well with other Team Members, Managers, and interact with our guests.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or equivalent. Should have some vocational courses as related to the position.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Must be able to communicate clearly with management, team members, and guests in an informative and consistent manner.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Knowledge and understanding of basic math.

REASONING ABILITY

The ability to think outside the box and to place interim measures in effect to minimize downtime of essential services. Must be able to troubleshoot various systems, with the objective being to repair and reduce downtime for guests and employees. Must be able to exercise good judgment and make appropriate decisions based on job knowledge and awareness of company goals.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work in indoor and outdoor environments regardless of temperature or weather.
• May be required to work long hours.
• Must be able to safely operate a golf cart, and/or company vehicle.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work will primarily be assigned for locations within the property, including all interior and exterior portions of all buildings, common areas, grounds, and trails, but work location can vary and can incorporate any area of the property locations.

Blackberry Farm and Blackberry Mountain, Relais & Châteaux properties located in the Great Smoky Mountains, continue the traditions of unparalleled hospitality and luxury that have always been the hallmark of the Blackberry brand. Combining land conservation, modern-day luxuries, and captivating natural setting, the two resorts create vacation experiences unlike any other. Activities abound at Blackberry Farm and Blackberry Mountain offering the opportunity for every guest to create an ideal experience to enjoy the properties and the region, whether they're seeking the thrill of adventure, the relaxation of a spa immersion, or quality time around the table enjoying celebrated cuisine.

A career at Blackberry means being surrounded by a welcoming and supportive team who strive each day toward common goals: legendary hospitality, memorable experiences and generational sustainability. From ensuring our guests have a memorable stay to providing renowned cuisine, Blackberry provides career-defining opportunities, a comprehensive benefits program, and the tools to explore and grow your career. Some of our benefits include travel perks and property benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid time off with additional paid holidays, health insurance and flexible spending accounts, 401k match with profit share and training and education.

Blackberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer.