About the employer
Wilderness at the Smokies is a large waterpark resort and family adventure center in Sevierville, Tennessee, a popular tourist area near the Smoky Mountains. It is home to the Wild WaterDome, Tennessee's largest indoor waterpark, plus two outdoor waterparks, lazy rivers and numerous water slides, as well as Soaky Mountain Waterpark.
As a seasonal employee, you will work in a busy, international environment and meet students from all over the world. Perks include discounts to area attractions, discounted meals, retail outlet discounts, and the chance to swim in the waterpark on approved days.
The job as Tube Repair
What you'll do
- Inflate tubes and rafts
- Build mats
- Patch tubes and rafts
- Repair mats, flow boards, and body boards
- Transport tubes, rafts, and mats to and from rides and attractions
- Perform pre-operation and during operation inspections on tubes, rafts, and mats to ensure they meet the operational standard
- Ensure the pars for all rides and attractions are met
- Keep work area clean and free of debris
- Track and report all completed work in the work logs
- Follow protocols set by TOSHA, EPA, and Soaky Mountain Waterpark
- Perform all other duties as assigned by management
What is required
Pay and hours
Housing
Housing is employer-provided and located on the Wilderness at the Smokies property at 305 Gist Creek Rd, Sevierville, TN, so you live right at your workplace. Units are assigned by gender and shared by 4 participants with a shared bathroom. Each unit has WiFi, a mini fridge, microwave and a private closet (bring your own lock), plus a shared kitchen in each building and laundry facilities on site.
Location: Sevierville, Tennessee
Why Sevierville, Tennessee?
Sevierville sits at the doorstep of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the most visited national park in the United States. On your days off you can hike to waterfalls, swim in mountain rivers or drive up to Clingmans Dome for unforgettable sunrise views. Just minutes away you’ll find Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg – buzzing tourist towns packed with Dollywood theme park, go-kart tracks, mini-golf, zip lines, live music, pancake houses and souvenir shops. The area is a magnet for international students, so you’ll meet participants from all over the world and build friendships that last long after the summer ends. Nashville, Knoxville and Asheville are all within easy driving distance for weekend adventures.
About Tennessee
Tennessee's Smoky Mountains and towns like Gatlinburg buzz with resorts, music and attractions. Students work in mountain resorts, hotels and restaurants in one of the South's most popular getaways.
Ready for Your American Summer?
Water slides, mountains, new friends and a paycheck in dollars – your Work & Travel USA story starts here. Apply now for the Tube Repair Technician position at Wilderness at the Smokies and secure your spot before it’s gone.
