General Description

JOIN OUR TEAM AS A POOL/AQUATICS TECHNICIAN!

The role of Pool/Aquatics Technician performs inspections, maintenance and repairs of aquatic equipment and facilities including pools, splash pads, and water features. Tests and Maintains facility water quality as required by health codes and safety standards.

Essential Job Functions

Coordinates and implements an annual preventative maintenance program by maintaining accurate maintenance records, including plans, specifications, maintenance manuals, water quality reports and preventative maintenance schedules. Inspects, monitors, maintains, and services swimming pool pumps, plumbing, motors, electrical systems, chemical feeders, chemical controllers, filtration systems, water chemistry, pool surfaces, and related equipment to always ensure proper operation of all swimming pools. Tests daily and treats water for public aquatic facilities including performing ongoing tests for chlorine, pH balance, calcium hardness, total dissolved solids (TDS) and total alkalinity; treating water with chemicals to maintain safe and healthy water quality; and monitoring chemical changes. Works closely with aquatic programming team to ensure smooth operation of facilities for aquatic events and programs. Ability to lift and/or move up to 80 pounds and push or pull heavy objects. Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of the principles, practices of pumps, pool plumbing systems, motors, pool electrical and bonding systems, chemical feeders, chemical controllers, and water chemistry.
Knowledge of safe and proper storage and use of chemicals.
Knowledge of water testing and treatment methods and procedures.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with tradesmen, aquatic team members, and the public.
Ability to prepare legible and accurate reports and maintain records.
Ability to develop and implement scheduled maintenance programs.
Ability to read technical manuals for comprehension.
Ability to understand, interpret and effectively carry out oral and written directions.

Minimum Requirements

PHYSICAL SKILLS/WORKING CONDITIONS: Ability to lift and/or move up to 80 pounds and push or pull heavy objects. May use a handling device (dolly, cart, etc.) or work with another team member to lift and/or move excessively heavy objects. Ability to bend, stoop, and squat frequently. Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written and visual communication. May require weekend, night, and holiday work.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma and three (3) years’ experience in operations, maintenance and repairing of public aquatic facilities.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS: Valid driver's license required. Candidates must pass a lifesaving test and possess valid American Red Cross Lifeguard Training, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, and First-Aid certification. Lifeguard Instructor Certification is preferred.

ADA STATEMENT: A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida Law.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES: All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE: Under Section 295.07, F.S., chapter SSA-7 Pasco County BCC provides to Veterans, that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants.

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Agency

Pasco County

Address

7536 State Street

New Port Richey, Florida, 34654

Phone

(727) 847-8030
(727) 847-8103

Website

http://www.pascocountyfl.net

Pasco County, FL

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