Preventative Maintenance Technician

The Preventive Maintenance Technician at the Whitewater Center plays a vital role in maintaining the cleanliness, functionality, and safety of all activity areas. This includes grounds, structures, aquatic facilities, and activity-specific equipment. The technician is responsible for routine inspection, cleaning, organization, and minor repairs to ensure all areas are operationally ready, safe, and presentable for daily use. Work is performed year-round in an outdoor environment. Technicians are on-site and can either be hired as full-time, benefits eligible employees or part-time seasonal employees reporting directly to the Outdoor Activities Maintenance Manager.

Responsibilities

Grounds & General Maintenance:

• Create and manage the preventative maintenance program for land-based activities in alignment with departmental goals.
• Notify Department Head of any outstanding or incomplete tasks within the maintenance program.
• Maintain mulch and gravel areas; return clean material to appropriate pits.
• Rake and fluff mulch areas; ensure bases of structures are free from excess mulch.
• Monitor and manage trash in all land activity zones; maintain bins in working order.
• Maintain functionality of outdoor drains.
• Ensure all fences in activity zones are secure and in good condition.
• Organize and maintain storage areas for land activities.

Ropes & Program Equipment:

• Conduct regular inspection and inventory of ropes and related gear.
• Maintain cleanliness of all equipment and follow an established cleaning schedule.
• Keep gear boxes and storage sheds clean and organized.
• Manage trail maintenance: block unauthorized paths, repair erosion using natural materials, and consult with Department Head for solutions.

Pool & Deck Maintenance:

• Oversee maintenance of pool deck and surrounding areas (note: water quality managed by separate team).
• Clean pool walls, including edges beneath walls, to remove dirt and algae buildup.
• Ensure functionality and cleanliness of ladders, signage, fencing, gates, skimmer baskets/lids/boxes, and other equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness of the concrete pool deck.
• Keep chemical and pump rooms clean, secure, and organized.

Activity Structures:

• Conduct routine inspections of activity structures as directed by the Department Head.
• Ensure all signage is maintained and in good condition.
• Create and adhere to a cleaning and staining schedule for all wooden structures.
• Perform minor structural repairs or maintenance projects as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Familiar with quality and safety standards set by the Association for Challenge Course Technology (ACCT) and other relevant organizations.
• Strong background in working at heights, rigging, ropes course management, carpentry, or other related fields.
• Experience working safely and effectively with hand tools and power tools.
• Ability to contribute to a specialized, team-oriented work environment.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and during other Whitewater events as needed.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to work outdoors for sustained periods of time in all weather and environmental conditions.
• Must be able to work in shared spaces with other employees and customers.

• Must be able to work comfortably and responsibly at heights of up to 100 feet and occasionally in confined spaces.
• Must be able to lift and carry at least 75 pounds.

• Must be able to safely self-transport over uneven terrain up to a mile or in a confined space.
• Must be able to frequently stand, hang, stoop, reach, climb and visually inspect to identify safety hazards.
• Must be able to bend, stand, lean, and kneel on a regular basis and for sustained periods of time.
• All positions as Whitewater require employees to report and work onsite at Whitewater locations.

Benefits

• Access to Whitewater Center's pass activities
• Staff discount program and pro deals
• 401K
• Health, Dental, Vision, FSA (FT only)

Overview of Department

The Outdoor Activities Department is responsible for leading and supporting experiences in a variety of water and land-based sports. The department also instructs guests through the Whitewater Center’s Outdoor School and Summer Camps. Outdoor Activities employees engage with guests through an assortment of pass activities and help create memorable outdoor experiences.

Working at Whitewater

Whitewater’s mission is rooted in the belief that we all share a genetic code that compels us to play outside and share these experiences with others. This mission is accomplished through promoting access and opportunities to play outside and bring people together. Our approach is simple: Make it compelling and easy to engage with nature and invite others to join.

Legal Disclosures

The Whitewater Center 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, the Whitewater Center complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

NOTICE: Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. The Whitewater Center is an employer that participates in the E-Verify program.