Technician, Pool

KERZNER INTERNATIONAL LIMITED; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

KERZNER INTERNATIONAL LIMITED manages Dubai's Bab Al Shams Desert Resort and seeks a Pool Technician to maintain pools, spas, and water features, ensuring safety and water quality.

You will perform preventive maintenance, diagnose faults, replace parts, and keep accurate service records while delivering excellent guest service in a luxury resort environment.

Qualifications

• College diploma or equivalent in a technical field.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in hotel maintenance may be preferred.
• Good command of English, written & spoken.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and clean pool equipment including filters, pumps, heaters, and chlorinators.
• Test water chemistry (pH, chlorine, alkalinity) and adjust chemicals as needed.
• Skim debris, vacuum pool floor, brush walls and tiles to prevent algae.
• Diagnose and repair equipment malfunctions and leaks.
• Maintain water quality to meet health and safety standards.
• Monitor chemical levels and handle pool chemicals safely.
• Maintain accurate service records and documentation.
• Order and manage inventory of pool supplies and equipment.

Skills

Pool maintenance

Water chemistry

Customer service

English language

Mechanical skills

Education

College Diploma

Tools

Plumbing

HVAC

Electrical work

Boiler operation

Mechanical

Job description

Technician Pool 21697 Rare Finds is a collection of extraordinary resorts rooted in their destination and shaped by its people Each destination celebrates the stories culture and character of its surroundings creating meaningful experiences that could only exist in that place Set among Dubai s sweeping dunes Bab Al Shams Desert Resort is a timeless treat shaped by the spirits and traditions of the desert Rooted in Emirati culture the resort brings guest closer to the stories flavours and rituals of the land through authentic encounters and shared experiences From desert adventures to moments of gathering and celebration every stay reveals a deeper connection to the heritage people and enduring beauty of the desert

About The Role

The Pool Technician is responsible for the routine maintenance repair and cleaning of swimming pools spas and other water features This role involves ensuring water quality and safety performing preventive maintenance troubleshooting issues and providing excellent customer service

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Inspect and clean pool equipment including filters pumps heaters and chlorinators
• Test water chemistry pH chlorine alkalinity etc and adjust chemicals as needed
• Skim debris from the water surface and vacuum the pool floor
• Brush pool walls and tiles to prevent algae growth
• Diagnose and repair equipment malfunctions and leaks
• Replace or repair broken parts and equipment
• Address and resolve customer complaints or issues related to pool functionality
• Ensure water quality meets health and safety standards
• Monitor and maintain proper chemical levels
• Handle and store pool chemicals safely and in accordance with regulations
• Maintain accurate service records and documentation
• Order and manage inventory of pool supplies and equipment
• Complete service reports and invoices

Experience & Educational Requirements

• College Diploma or its equivalent Minimum 3 years experience preferably in a 5-star hotel.
• Various trades like Plumbing, HVAC, Mechanical, etc.
• Building Safety & Fire Fighting
• Good command of the English language, spoken & written
• Demonstrated general mechanical skills are necessary.
• Basic repair, painting, wall covering, HVAC, electrical work, plumbing, boiler operation, pool maintenance, and general maintenance skills are required
• Guest-focused individual with an outstanding attitude who can perform task-oriented repetitive functions precisely, consistently, on time, and error-free.
• Prior hotel, building, or apartment maintenance experience is desirable, but not necessary
• Organized and disciplined, dedicated and loyal (essential)
• Friendly, pleasant, and easy to be around (essential)
• Work effectively under pressure to meet deadlines (essential)
• Willing to take personal responsibility for own performance

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand, talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, often lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.