Aquatics and Maintenance Systems Technician

Hiring Range $29.19 - $36.85

The Aquatics and Mechanical Systems Technician performs maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and operation of aquatic and facility mechanical systems throughout the district. This position helps ensure safe, reliable, and high-quality facilities for patrons and staff by supporting the mechanical and chemical operation of year-round indoor pools, seasonal outdoor pools, splash pads, and other district building systems. This position works with a variety of equipment, including pumps, motors, plumbing, filtration systems, chemical controllers and feeders, boilers, UV systems, variable frequency drives (VFDs), and related mechanical equipment.

The position also assists with HVAC, building mechanical systems, and general facility maintenance as assigned.

We recognize that great technicians come from many different backgrounds. Previous pool maintenance experience is helpful, but it is not required for the right candidate. We are willing to provide on-the-job training to an individual who demonstrates mechanical aptitude, a commitment to safety, dependability, and a desire to learn. If you have experience working with mechanical equipment, plumbing, HVAC, electrical systems, facilities maintenance, automotive repair, construction, or another skilled trade, we encourage you to apply.

• Performs daily mechanical and chemical operation and maintenance of district aquatic facilities, including indoor and outdoor pools and splash pads.
• Inspects, monitors, troubleshoots, maintains, and repairs aquatic and facility equipment, including pumps, motors, plumbing, chemical feeders and controllers, filtration systems, boilers, electrical equipment, UV systems, VFDs, valves, and related mechanical systems.
• Learns and applies appropriate procedures for pool water chemistry, chemical testing, chemical handling, water treatment, and aquatic mechanical systems.
• Conducts routine facility and equipment inspections to identify safety concerns, maintenance needs, equipment malfunctions, and potential problems before failures occur.
• Diagnoses equipment and system problems and performs routine and emergency repairs within the employee's training and qualifications. Coordinates with supervisors, other district staff, or outside contractors when necessary.
• Assists with HVAC, plumbing, mechanical, and general building maintenance throughout district facilities as assigned.
• Responds to and completes maintenance requests through the district’s work order system.
• Assists with preseason preparation, seasonal operation, shutdown, and winterization of outdoor pools and splash pads.
• Maintains equipment and mechanical spaces in a clean, safe, and orderly condition.
• Assists with ordering, receiving, distributing, and maintaining inventories of chemicals, parts, equipment, tools, and maintenance supplies.
• Maintains accurate records of pool chemistry, equipment inspections, preventative maintenance, repairs, work orders, and other required activities.
• Follows established procedures for chemical handling, hazardous materials, personal protective equipment, lockout/tagout, and other applicable workplace safety practices.
• As knowledge and experience are developed, assists with training aquatic staff in routine mechanical operations, chemical monitoring and handling, equipment operation, and safety procedures.
• Assists with identifying equipment replacement, preventative maintenance, repair, and capital improvement needs.
• Drives district vehicles to facilities, work locations, and approved events.
• Assists other district Services teams with facility operations and maintenance needs, including snow removal, as assigned.

• Attends district, aquatics, maintenance, safety, and other meetings as…