Pool Technician

JOB SUMMARY

Under general direction, the Pool Technician is responsible for the daily operation, maintenance, safety, and cleanliness of swimming pools, spas, and related aquatic facilities. This role ensures compliance with local health codes, Company standards, and safety regulations while providing a clean and safe swimming environment for guests or residents.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Tests, monitors, and balances pool and spa water chemistry, including chlorine/bromine, pH, alkalinity, and calcium hardness.
• Adds chemicals safely and accurately per manufacturer and health department guidelines.
• Skims debris, vacuums pool, brushes walls and tile, cleans gutters and skimmer baskets.
• Backwashes filters and clean strainers as required.
• Monitors water clarity and circulation systems.
• Inspects, operates, and maintains pumps, filters, heaters, chemical feeders, and controllers.
• Identifies equipment issues and reports or performs minor repairs.
• Maintains accurate logs of chemical usage, test results, and maintenance activities.
• Assists with seasonal opening and closing of pools and spas.
• Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal health codes.
• Maintains proper signage, safety equipment, and emergency shut-off systems.
• Immediately closes pools if conditions are unsafe and notifies management.
• Follows all PPE and chemical handling procedures.
• Responds to spills, contamination incidents, and equipment failures.
• Responds professionally to guest/resident questions or concerns.
• Coordinates with Maintenance staff, management, and vendors.
• Communicates safety issues or required closures promptly.
• Regular, reliable attendance and punctuality is a key component of this position.
• Maintains a professional appearance in accordance with Company standards; wears the appropriate uniform or attire.
• Maintains open and effective communication with team members and management.
• Attends and participates in team meetings.
• Adheres to established safety and emergency procedures and protocols, this includes Company, federal, and state specific regulations and guidelines.
• Completes all required Company training/compliance courses as assigned.
• Adheres to Company standards and maintains compliance with all policies and procedures.
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

EDUCATION

• High school diploma or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE

• A minimum one (1) year of pool maintenance experience in related field required.
• No supervisory experience required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position does not include any supervisory responsibilities.

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS

• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) Certification.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

This position requires the capability to understand and follow both oral and written directions, as well as the ability to communicate effectively with others in English and interact successfully with internal and external customers.

• Proficient in time management; the ability to effectively organize and manage multiple priorities.
• Recognizes an emergency situation and takes appropriate action.
• Emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong working relationships with team members at all levels.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong focus on accuracy and precision.
• Ability to work scheduled shifts, follow all timekeeping policies, and comply with federal, state, and local labor regulations, including those related to meal and rest breaks
• Performs well with frequent interruptions and/or distractions.
• Basic math skills.
• Basic knowledge of Google Docs/Microsoft Word.
• Basic knowledge of Google Sheets/Microsoft Excel.
• Basic knowledge of Gmail/Microsoft Outlook.
• Ability to adjust effectively to evolving work environments and shifting customer (internal/external) requirements.
• Able to maintain a positive and professional working environment.
• Fosters a culture of excellence.
• Able to work effectively in a culturally diverse environment and support diversity and inclusion within the organization.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• No travel required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Specifically, when the amount of climbing exceeds that needed for ordinary motion.
• Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling and walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces. Specifically, when the amount of balancing exceeds that needed for ordinary motion and maintenance of body equilibrium.
• Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. Specifically, if it is to a considerable degree and requires full motion of the lower extremities and back muscles.
• Kneeling: Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
• Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
• Crawling: Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet.
• Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
• Standing: Particularly for sustained periods of time.
• Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks. Specifically, for long distances or moving from one work site to another often.
• Pushing: Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward, or outward.
• Pulling: Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, haul, or tug objects in a sustained motion.
• Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. Specifically, if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles.
• Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
• Feeling: Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips.
• Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.
• Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication and to make the discriminations in sound.
• Hands to Fingers: Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling.
• Repetitive Motion: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Close Vision: Clear vision at 20 inches or less. Required to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data, transcribing, viewing a computer terminal, extensive reading or visual inspections.
• Distance Vision: Clear vision at 20 feet or more. Required to perform an activity where the seeing job is arm's reach or beyond.
• Color Vision: Ability to identify and distinguish colors.
• Depth Perception: Ability to judge distances and spatial relationships (three-dimensional).
• Focus Ability: Ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus.
• Medium Work: Work that requires constant walking or standing and involves regular lifting or moving of items weighing up to 25 pounds and occasional lifting or moving of objects weighing up to 50 pounds. The role may include frequent bending, reaching, or carrying throughout the workday.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Extreme Cold, Outdoor: Exposure to weather-related extreme temperatures, wind, rain, and/or snow with no effective protection from the cold.
• Extreme Heat, Outdoor: Exposure to weather-related extreme temperatures, wind, and/or humidity with no effective protection from the heat.
• Chemicals: Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals (solid, liquid, or gas) which could affect the respiratory system or skin.

DISCLAIMER

This job description provides a general overview of the work performed, including the typical responsibilities and level of duties associated with this position. It should not be construed as an exhaustive list of tasks or obligations for any individual team member. This description does not alter the employment relationship between the Company and its team members.

The Essential Job Functions, Physical Requirements, and Work Environment characteristics outlined are intended to reflect the requirements needed to perform the essential functions of this role effectively. Management retains the authority to modify, adjust, or revoke job duties and responsibilities as needed, and to make reasonable accommodations to enable qualified team members to fulfill the essential functions of their roles.

The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and is committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are made based on merit, qualifications, and business needs without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status/characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, conducted in accordance with applicable law. A prior conviction does not automatically disqualify you; factors such as the nature of the offense and job-related requirements will be considered.