Pool Technician - PT (Temporary)

Description

Internal Job Posting – For Current Employees Only
Position: Temporary Pool Technician (Part-Time)
Reports To: Aquatics Superintendent

The Aquatics Division is seeking a Temporary Part-Time Pool Technician to perform skilled work in the operation and maintenance of City swimming pools and splash pad facilities. This position plays a critical role in ensuring water quality, facility cleanliness, and the overall safety and experience of program participants.

Aquatics is a seven (7) day operation, and this position requires flexibility to work weekdays, weekends, mornings, evenings, and some holidays based on operational needs.

City Values in Action

• Accountability: Ensures water quality and facility conditions consistently meet established safety and regulatory standards
• Empowerment: Takes initiative to address maintenance needs and identify improvements to operations
• Innovation: Supports efficient use of systems and explores opportunities to enhance processes and facility performance
• Ownership: Demonstrates pride and responsibility in maintaining clean, safe, and welcoming aquatic environments

This is a temporary, part-time position. Work assignments and hours will vary based on operational needs.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Inspects and performs regular testing of swimming pool facilities and supporting equipment to identify potential operational problems and to comply with local and state health requirements.
• Diagnose water chemistry problems; make corrections or adjustment for proper water balance.
• Performs clean up duties for the pool and splash pad facilities including; vacuuming pools and facilities, chemical treatments of pools, etc.
• Completes daily chemical usage and water quality reports. Maintains reports on repairs and supplies.
• Vacuums, cleans, and back washes pool and splash pad water as needed for both sand and D. E. filter systems.
• Assist in repairs to general pool area including power washing decks and diving boards, replacing broken straps on lounge chairs, cleaning pool gutters, etc.
• Clean skimmer baskets.
• Enforce all established rules and regulations.
• Drive to and from destinations as assigned by Superintendent and/or Lead Lifeguard.
• Performs underwater repairs and maintenance to pool light, fittings, and surfaces.
• Complies with department policies.
• Performs additional duties as required.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

• High school Diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Basic knowledge of care, upkeep, and preventative maintenance of aquatic facilities.
• One year in swimming pool operations, maintenance, and repairs including plumbing.
• Ability to maintain current Aquatic Facility Operator and/or Certified Pool Operator certification and Public Service Technician certification or obtain certification(s) within 6 months of employment.
• Ability to work extended hours and evenings, holidays, and weekends.
• A swim test is required and a passing grade must be obtained.
• Maintenance of a current/valid State of Florida Driver License which meets requirements outlined in the City's Personnel Rules and Regulations Manual as well as any requirements by the City's insurance carrier (at no additional cost, or risk), and determined by the City to be an acceptable driving record history.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and communicate in English. The employee is occasionally required to remain stationary; move; reach with hands and arms and position self to crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and infrequently move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus. Ability to swim and be able to wear goggles and a snorkel.

Mathematics:
Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.

Language Ability:
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. Ability to reads and understands mechanical and repair manuals. Knows mechanical, electrical, plumbing repair techniques.

Reasoning:
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations. Ability to identify problems and take appropriate action. Ability to use judgment effectively to ensure that jobs are completed in the most cost-efficient way. Ability to plan, organizes, and conducts a wide variety of facility tasks. Ability to maintain accurate records. Ability to work harmoniously with fellow employees and participants and conduct oneself in professional manner. Ability to apply appropriate safety practices.

Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to work outdoors including intense or inclement weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

An Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of St. Cloud is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination, harassment, or retaliation in all of its employment practices based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran or family status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable state or federal laws. The City participates in employment eligibility verifications through E-verify. Veteran’s preference is given in accordance with Florida Law.

City of St. Cloud Benefits Package
We believe our City employees to be our most valuable asset. To attract and retain those employees, we offer a competitive wages and benefits package including on-the-job training, seminars, and performance appraisals.

We invite you to look at the benefits the City of St. Cloud has to offer. We think you will find that the rewards of the job are equal to the challenge.

All of our Full-time regular employees are eligible for the city's benefits package, which includes:

• On-Site Employee Health Care Center - free for employees and their dependents on the health insurance plan
• Paid Vacation
• Sick Leave (Ability to roll over from year to year)
• 11 Paid Holidays for General Employees and Police Officers– The Fire department employees can earn up to 156 holiday hours per fiscal year (prorated from the employee’s start date).
• One (1) Floating Holiday for General Employees and two (2) for Police Officers.
• Medical and Dental Coverage
• Pension Plan
• Awards Programs
• Deferred Compensation Plan
• Discounted Automobile Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Holiday Bonus – subject to City Council approval
• Indianapolis Plan (Police Officers)
• Life and Accidental Death (One-time annual salary paid by City)
• Long Term Disability Coverage (paid by City)
• Management Leave
• Sick Leave Bank available for all employees - for Fire Union sick leave bank information, see union contract