Normal hours worked will be 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Wednesday through Thursday (most weekends and holidays will be required throughout the summer). Total hours worked not to exceed 1,500 annually.
Essential Job Functions - the basic job duties an employee must be able to perform:

• Assist staff with facilities operations and daily maintenance and repairs for the water features listed above
• Perform support duties, including monitoring fountains, pools, and spray parks
• Ensure the daily safety of visitors to the water features by monitoring chemical balance and mechanical function as well as responding to mechanical emergency situations
• Check and clean filters daily to ensure efficient operation of pump equipment
• Complete required daily paperwork and safety check list
• Perform daily opening and/or closing procedures
• Inspect fountains, pools, and spray parks for damage and vandalism; report to appropriate staff
• Attend required in-service trainings

We are looking for candidates who demonstrate:

• Knowledge of water feature maintenance and operations
• Knowledge of swimming pool water chemistry
• Ability to provide excellent customer service
• Ability to use hand tools, and basic electric tools

• Possess, or obtain upon hire, and maintain a valid, non-probationary Colorado driver's license not subject to restriction related to alcohol and/or drug violations or pending charges

• Experience working with swimming pools, spray parks, and/or outdoor water features

The City of Colorado Springs offers additional compensation depending on the position, area of assignment, and specific job assignments, including shift differential, pay differential, acting or lead, special assignment, hazard pay, longevity, cell phone allowance, uniform allowance, relocation, awards, standby, call out, compensatory time off, tuition, overtime, extra duty, incentive, holiday premium, proficiency, and vacation sell back.
Physical Demands: This position requires the ability to stand, climb, stoop, bend, work outdoors in extreme temperatures, work in vaults up to 20 feet below ground level (by accessing manhole covers and ladders), and lift 25 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally.

Regular attendance is essential to the performance of this position. 
NOTE: This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position.
 
The City does not sponsor applicants for work visas. If hired, you will be required to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the United States.
 
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