Pool Technician - Spring 2024

JOB DESCRIPTION

• A pool service technician will be primarily responsible for servicing residential and commercial swimming pools with various repairs and equipment installation
• This position includes a variety of responsibilities and tasks including: pool openings & closings, general service calls, equipment failure diagnostics and sales, liner installations, safety cover installations, above ground pool builds, pool plumbing installations. All work orders completed will be tracked within company software by the technician.
• 1-3 years of experience in the pool and hot tub industry will be considered an asset. Pay rate will be reflective of experience level.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Driving a company truck safely and responsibly while dispatching to jobs
• Train/manage their helper on a daily basis
• Tracking job time, filling out job notes and forms as required by service manager within company software.
• Completing jobs properly and efficiently, while maintaining high quality of work and leaving job sites clean and tidy
• Opening & closing of residential and commercial swimming pools
• Mechanical pool equipment diagnostic, repair, installations (pumps, filters, heater, salt systems, automation, lights, etc.)
• Leak detection and repair, return and skimmer repair/replacement
• Water quality testing and chemistry adjustment
• Operation of gas powered, electrical and hand held tools/equipment
• Other duties as assigned by management

REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPENTENCIES

• Good record keeping. Ability to use company implemented technology to track company forms, working hours, job time, job problems, work orders, etc. via smartphone or tablet
• Ability to learn quickly and follow instructions/procedures
• Ability to work both as an individual and in a team environment
• Attention to detail
• Problem solving
• Effective oral and written communication skills with co-workers and customers
• Ability to handle the physical demands of the job
• Possess excellent customer service skills
• Be mechanically inclined
• Must have a valid G class driver’s license and a clean driving record with a minimum of 2 years driving experience
• Be bondable with professional appearance, demeanor, and attitude
• Solid interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Motivated team player
• Previous pool and spa experience and equipment knowledge is required
• Plumbing or HVAC license or experience is an asset
• Landscaping experience is an asset
• CPO certification is an asset

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Willing to work long hours during peak season
• Work in all weather conditions
• Light to heavy lifting (up to 75lbs)
• Steel toe footwear is required
• Tools will be supplied
• Uniform will be supplied

Job Type: Seasonal
Contract length: 8 months

Salary: $19.00-$30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Extended health care
• On-site parking

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Pool Technician: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2024-04-01