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Full-time
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Mechanic

11/28/2025

As a Mechanic, you will observe mechanical devices in operation, dismantle them to access defective parts, and repair or replace those parts. You will also set up and operate various metalworking tools to make and repair parts as needed.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

5,001-10,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
We are proud to be recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Companies to Work For. This award reflects our ongoing commitment to creating a positive, supporting, and rewarding workplace where our Team Members can grow and thrive. At Westgate Resorts, we believe our people are the heart of everything we do - and this honor is a testament to their passion, integrity, and work ethic. Westgate Resorts is a diversified hospitality company headquartered in Orlando, Fla., featuring the largest privately held timeshare resort club in the world and a portfolio of more than 60 resort properties. The company offers spacious villa accommodations, world-class amenities, and family-friendly destinations in sought-after locations such as Orlando, Las Vegas, Gatlinburg, Park City, and Myrtle Beach. In 2025, the company expanded its footprint with the addition of VI Resorts by Westgate, enhancing its presence in the Pacific Northwest, Hawaii, Canada, and Mexico. Since its founding in 1982, Westgate has focused on creating memorable vacations and delivering exceptional service, while maintaining a commitment to innovation, hospitality, and community engagement. Whether guests are seeking relaxation, adventure, or a combination of both, the company’s 9,000 Team Members provide personalized and value-driven getaways tailored to every traveler’s needs. Our Mission: We create meaningful vacation experiences that bring families together, foster connection, and build cherished memories for a lifetime. Social Responsibility: We strive to be successful within the confines of ethical and moral standards to uphold the quality of our natural environment and community. The health and safety of our owners and team members is paramount. Westgate Resorts also operates the Westgate Resorts Foundation, which was started in 2001 and has since grown to provide assistance to more than 250 charities and causes in communities where Westgate Resorts team members live and work.
About the Role

Company Description

Pay Rate: $21 / hour - Use our Daily Pay benefit and get access to your pay as you need it.

Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo provides you with the unique opportunity to meet and greet with guests who share your enthusiasm for the great outdoors at our authentic Florida dude ranch, which lies on 1,700 beautiful acres overlooking the scenic Kissimmee River and just one hour South of Orlando. Enjoy the surroundings and excitement that our amazing resort offers such as incredible outdoor recreational opportunities, including horseback riding, airboat and swamp buggy rides, trap & skeet range, full-service marina and award-winning Saturday night rodeo.

Job Description

As a Mechanic, you will:

  • Observe mechanical devices in operation and listens to their sounds to locate causes of trouble
  • Dismantle devices to gain access to and remove defective parts
  • Examine parts to detect imperfections
  • Repair or replace defective parts
  • Install special functional and structural parts in devices
  • Set up and operates lathe, drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts
  • Initiate purchase order for parts and machines
  • Repair electrical equipment
  • Operate various types of equipment as needed, front end loader, lull, trucks, etc
  • Other duties maybe assigned as needed

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.

Qualifications

  • 1+ year of relevant experience
  • Knowledge of small engine vehicles
  • Must be able to lift 50lbs and work in outdoor weather conditions
  • Must be able to work weekends and holidays as needed
  • Strong written and verbal communications skills with the ability to interact with all levels of team members and guests in an attentive and service-oriented manner
  • Must be at least 18 years old and have a valid driver’s license to drive company golf carts
  • Westgate Resorts is a Smoke and Tobacco-Free workplace. Except where prohibited by law, applicants who smoke or use tobacco products will not be considered for positions at Westgate
  • Required to pass a background check, drug test, and prove eligibility to work in the United States

Additional Information

Why Westgate?

  • Comprehensive health benefits – medical, dental and vision
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) – vacation, sick, and personal
  • Paid Holidays
  • 401K with generous company match
  • Get access to your pay as you need it with our Daily Pay benefit
  • Family benefits including pregnancy, and parental leave and adoption assistance
  • Wellness Programs
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Military Leave
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Life, Disability, Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Insurance
  • Pet Insurance
  • Exclusive discounts for Team Member (i.e., hotels, cruise, resorts, restaurants, entertainment, etc.) 
  • Advancement & development opportunities
  • Community Involvement Programs

 

Westgate Resorts is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected status under federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email [email protected] with the job title and the location of the position for which you are applying.

This job posting is intended to provide a general overview of the position and may not include every responsibility, duty, or qualification required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Key Skills
Mechanical RepairSmall Engine KnowledgeElectrical Equipment RepairMetalworking Tools OperationCommunication SkillsTeam InteractionService OrientationProblem SolvingAttention to DetailPhysical StaminaOutdoor Work CapabilityWeekend AvailabilityHoliday AvailabilityIntegrityPassionWork Ethic
Categories
TradesHospitalityManufacturingEngineeringTransportation
Benefits
Comprehensive Health BenefitsPaid Time OffPaid Holidays401K With Generous Company MatchDaily Pay BenefitFamily BenefitsWellness ProgramsFlexible Spending AccountsTuition AssistanceMilitary LeaveEmployee Assistance ProgramLife InsuranceDisability InsuranceAccident InsuranceCritical Illness InsuranceHospital InsurancePet InsuranceExclusive DiscountsAdvancement OpportunitiesCommunity Involvement Programs
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