Pool Operator I

City of Grande Prairie; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

The City of Grande Prairie's Recreation Department is seeking a Pool Operator I to help maintain water quality and operate aquatic systems safely for the community.

You will conduct routine water testing, manage chemical balances, keep logs, and respond to incidents. The role offers a 40-hour week and a starting hourly wage of 36.43 CAD, with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must hold Pool Operations 1 Certification.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• First Aid/CPR certification required.
• WHMIS training required.
• Fire extinguisher training required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain water quality and operate aquatic systems safely.
• Perform routine water testing and chemical balancing per health regulations.
• Monitor systems and keep accurate logs and documentation.
• Manual chemical dosing and respond to water quality incidents.
• Manage chemical inventory and ensure safety standards.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on aquatic equipment.
• Ensure pools, splash pads, and related amenities are safe and functional, troubleshooting as needed.

Skills

Reliability

Effective organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Adaptability

Teamwork and communication

Record and verify information

Decision making

Computer skills

Shift work

Education

Pool Operations 1 Certification

First Aid/CPR

WHMIS

Fire Extinguisher training

Job description

The City of Grande Prairie is a vibrant, growing community located in the beautiful Peace Country region of Alberta. We are committed to providing exceptional public service and enhancing the quality of life for all residents. Grande Prairie is a great place to live, work, and play.

Our Recreation Department is looking for a dedicated Pool Operator I to join the team.

Position Responsibilities

• Pool Operators independently maintain water quality and ensure the safe, efficient operation of aquatic mechanical and filtration systems.
• Conducting routine water testing and chemical balancing in accordance with provincial health regulations,
• Monitoring automated and manual systems, and maintaining accurate operational logs and documentation.
• Manual chemical dosing, responding to water quality incidents and contaminations
• Managing chemical inventory, and ensuring all processes align with public health and safety standards.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on aquatic systems and equipment within their assigned area.
• Monitoring facility conditions, ensuring all aquatic environments (pools, splash pads, wave features, and related amenities) are safe, clean, and fully operational, and troubleshooting system issues while escalating as required.

Qualifications

• Pool Operations 1 Certification
• 18 years of age
• First Aid/CPR
• WHMIS
• Fire Extinguisher training
• Experience in maintaining a public swimming pool
• Reliability
• Effective organizational skills
• Ability to record and compare information and confirm details
• Ability to make decisions and select a course of action
• Effective communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to adapt and work within changing situations
• Ability to apply innovative thinking to problem solving
• Ability to operate computer equipment and various programs
• Shift work required

Hours

The standard workweek consists of an average of 40 hours, with the specific schedule being determined by the immediate supervisor.

Compensation

Starting salary $36.43 per hour as per the CUPE Collective Agreement.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package. What We Offer | City of Grande Prairie (cityofgp.com)

Diversity & Inclusion

The City of Grande Prairie is committed to building and sustaining an inclusive work environment composed of individuals with unique experiences, perspectives, talents, and contributions who welcome, support, respect and value all members of the community.

Selection Process

We appreciate your interest in our organization, and we thank you in advance for your application. Candidates selected for an interview will be notified via phone or email.