Pool Technician (55085)

*Please note a resume is required for this position.

Pay Rate: $19.00 an hour

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform chemical balancing and water testing on a daily basis
• Clean pool filters, strainers and deck areas
• Responsible for accurate and timely documentation of duties performed

KNOWLEDGE AND CERTIFICATION, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge and Certification - Required:

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience
• 2 years technical experience maintaining public pools
• State of Minnesota Certified Pool Operators Certificate

Skills - Required:

• Accurate and detail-oriented
• Highly organized and ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities
• Good written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong mechanical aptitude

Abilities - Required:

• Ability to work fast and efficiently
• Ability to follow established dress code policies and practice good personal hygiene
• Ability to learn appropriate chemical usage and proper equipment usage
• Ability to interact with guests, coworkers and management in a professional and courteous manner
• Ability to serve both internal and external customers
• Ability to troubleshoot, maintain and repair specialized equipment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to walk and / or stand and exert fast-paced mobility for periods of up to 8 hours
• Must have a good sense of balance, and be able to bend and kneel and stoop
• Must be able to reach and twist routinely
• Must be able to push, pull and grasp objects routinely
• Must be able to climb a 8 ft. ladder
• Must have the ability to independently lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally
• Must be able to perform repetitive hand and wrist motions
• Must be able to navigate stairs routinely
• Must have good eye hand coordination

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Work is performed in the aquatic center and may include excessive noise, flashing lights, frequent loud noises and fumes (such as cigarette smoke and chemicals)
• Must be able to work in cramped, tight quarters
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule including all shifts, weekends and holidays
• High volume direct public contact
• Must handle chemicals and other pool maintenance-related materials