Custodial/Pool Assistant-Part time

Job Title: Custodial/Pool Assistant

Department: Parks and Recreation

Reports To: Fitness Coordinator

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt / Part time

Approved By: Director of Parks and Recreation

Pay Grade: 03

Approved Date: 06.09.2025

Schedule: 4:00 am-9:00 am , 20hrs a week

SUMMARY

The principal function of an employee in this class is to perform duties in support of the operation and maintenance of the indoor and outdoor pool facilities. Responsibilities may include providing customer service; monitoring facilities/sites for safety and cleanliness; overseeing and providing training instruction and/or content; performing routine maintenance of facilities and sites; setting up and tearing down for special events; and maintaining order of the facilities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned depending on the needs of the Department.

• Maintains safety and cleanliness of recreation area and/or facility; tests and maintains chemical balances in pools; adjusts chemicals based on test results; vacuums, sweeps and cleans pools, deck areas, slides, diving boards, entry ways, sidewalks and other fixtures; washes windows; cleans and vacuums carpets and upholstery.

• Monitors and maintains equipment and facilities; provides repair, painting and/or servicing of showers, toilets, pool equipment, flooring, surfaces, heating/cooling equipment, exercise equipment and other equipment of assigned area. Factors repair expense in determining repair options.

• Organizes and maintains documentation of work activities, repairs, purchases and other required records and files.

• Monitors supplies and equipment inventory; evaluates and determines supply needs; prepares purchase requests and/or purchases items within established guidelines.

• Manage records and information in any format, in accordance with applicable statutes, regulations and City policy, guidance and records retention schedule.

• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Employee must be able to work nights, weekends and holidays and be able to work independently without supervision.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or GED and 3 years of pool operator experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Requires a valid Arkansas driver’s license and a clean driving record with proof of liability insurance. Have currently or ability to obtain pool operators certification.

SKILLS:

• Interpreting and applying applicable laws and codes related to pool maintenance;
• Monitoring and troubleshooting relevant equipment issues;
• Utilizing tools and equipment in providing relevant repair work;
• Identifying problems or potential issues and recommending solutions;
• Testing pool chemicals and adjusting chemical balance;
• Maintaining cleanliness and orderliness of facility, facility areas and equipment;
• Adhering to safe work practices;
• Monitoring inventory;
• Providing positive and effective customer service;
• Ordering and replenishing supplies and equipment;
• Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications;
• Promoting a culture of teamwork and communication by working in collaboration and treating coworkers with respect and dignity and maintaining an open mind to diverse voices and ideas.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 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 frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms; climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to stand, sit, and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. This is a safety-sensitive position.