Pool Technician - PT

Under direct supervision from the Aquatics & Senior Superintendent, the Pool Technician is responsible for maintaining the quality and integrity of the Aquatic Facilities within the City of Euless. In addition, the Pool Technician will assist in performing general repairs of aquatic equipment, maintaining proper water chemistry, maintaining the integrity of the pool filtration system, servicing pumps/feeder systems, and other related duties as assigned.

• Responsible for regularly brushing large sections of pool surface that include: pool walls, plaster bottom, and stairs/steps.
• Removes stains from all pool decking and pool plaster, removes waste and foliage from skimmer baskets multiple times a day, and utilizes a chemical control system for regular chemical analysis.
• Keeps inventory of current equipment parts and passes along information for parts supply refill, and assists in ordering aquatic concession inventory, aquatic supplies, & other necessary items.
• Installs, maintains, and repairs swimming pools and water pump equipment and systems by dismantling, replacing, reassembling, and adjusting equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation, and identifies leaks or other weaknesses, and performs the necessary repairs.
• Maintains water chemistry by using various chemicals to conform to health codes, checks the chemicals, alkalinity, cyanuric acid, and chlorine levels, and ensures the valves, motors, and chemical pumps are in proper working order, have no leaks, and all mechanical equipment is working properly.
• Maintains all pool surfaces to ensure safe tile, coping, and deck to maintain the physical appearance of aquatic facilities and attractions, and pressure washes the entirety of the pool deck and surrounding areas for optimal cleanliness.
• Examines swimming pools and water pump systems to identify operational defects by listening and/or visually to machine in operation and other water tracking methods.
• Repairs, replaces, and maintains surrounding facility fences, pool ladders, steps, and railings, guard chairs/stands, to sustain the physical appearance and overall condition of swimming pools, and cleans and paints large filter tanks, buildings, pools, attractions, and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Works with various aquatics, parks, and recreation personnel and vendors to identify issues, resolve problems, and make repairs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of general plumbing construction and maintenance practices and principles.
• Knowledge of and ability to maintain pool and splash pad filtration systems.
• Knowledge of standard safety practices for working around heavy mechanical equipment and hazardous materials such as chlorine gas.
• Knowledge of basic hand tools, pool equipment, cleaning equipment, pool chemicals, etc.
• Must have excellent time management, organizational, and communicative skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to calibrate and maintain automated chemical control services.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to perform labor for extended periods of time.
• Must possess an understanding and use of basic hand tools.
• Must have the ability to work a flexible schedule: various hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Must have the ability to maintain an effective and pleasant working relationship with citizens, the general public, employees, and volunteers.

Must be at least 18 years of age. Must have one (1) year of experience performing pool and equipment maintenance, or experience in the aquatic field is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. CPO certification required, or ability to obtain certification upon employment. Must obtain AFO within 3 months of employment. American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification preferred.

Experience with plumbing and electrical preferred. Strong desire to establish a career in Parks & Recreation preferred. Must possess a valid Texas driver's license with a good driving record. Must have the ability to work a flexible schedule; various hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

To perform the essential functions of the job, must be able to perform strenuous physical activities to include, running, kneeling, bending, twisting, dragging, gripping up to 25 lbs., pushing/pulling up to 75 lbs., and…