Pool Service Worker

City of New Westminster; New Westminster; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid remote work policy

Competitive salary

Retirement plans

Health and wellness benefits

Job summary

The City of New Westminster is seeking an auxiliary Pool Service Worker to join the təməsew̓txʷ Aquatic and Community Centre team. You will perform maintenance, filtration work and custodial duties to keep the pool area clean and safe.

Responsibilities include operating pumps, chlorinators and related equipment, conducting routine inspections and assisting with minor repairs. A strong focus on safety, records, and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 supplemented by related technical training and sound janitorial experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• 2 or more years experience in a similar role
• Pool Operator Level 1 and 2; Building Service Worker certificate; WHMIS certificate; Police information check with Vulnerable Sector Check

Responsibilities

• Maintain water quality and operate pool equipment to ensure safe swimming conditions
• Perform routine maintenance, cleaning and custodial tasks of pools and facilities
• Inspect, adjust and maintain filtration, chemical and heating systems
• Carry out minor repairs and building maintenance tasks as needed
• Keep accurate records of chemicals, maintenance and safety checks

Skills

Pool maintenance

Janitorial experience

Record keeping

Teamwork

Education

Grade 12 + related technical training

Pool Operator Level 1

Pool Operator Level 2

Building Service Worker certificate

WHMIS certificate

Tools

Pumps

Chlorinators

Filtration systems

Heaters

Job description

Pool Service Worker

Great City, Great Work, Great Future!

New Westminster, British Columbia

Employment Status Auxiliary

Pay Range $29.25 to $34.23 per hour + 12% in lieu of benefits and vacation

Number of Openings 3

Hours per Week Other: Shifts will vary to include evenings and weekends

Employee Group CUPE, Local 387

Location təməsew̓txʷ Aquatic and Community Centre: 65 East Sixth Ave

Competition # 1332

We are looking for auxiliary Pool Service Workers to join our dynamic team at the təməsew̓txʷ Aquatic and Community Centre, a state of the art facility designed for flexibility, accessibility, and sustainability.

This is combined operational, technical and building maintenance work performed on an assigned shift in an aquatic facility. You will perform a variety of routine maintenance, inspectional and security duties relating to swimming pools and aquatic buildings and equipment. In addition, you carry out pool filtration and vacuuming duties as required. Duties include: janitorial and custodial duties, ensuring that the weight area, washrooms, changing rooms, lobby and pools are maintained at an established level of cleanliness and sanitation at all times; maintaining a routine inspection and maintenance program for filtration systems and related pool equipment and recommending the need for major repair work to be undertaken externally; inspecting, adjusting and operating a variety of swimming pool equipment such as pumps, valves, chlorinators, heating units, filters, chlorine tanks, pipes, meters and motors as necessary to ensure the water quality and effective operation of the facility; maintaining a small inventory of pool chemicals and advises supervisor of need to re-order to replenish stocks; performing a variety of semi-skilled building and equipment maintenance duties and minor repair work such as painting, plumbing and locker repairs and carpentry; and related work as required.

If you have the following knowledge, skills and attributes, we want to hear from you!

• Completion of Grade 12 supplemented by related technical training and sound janitorial experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience
• 2 or more years experience in a similar role
• Pool Operator Level 1 and 2
• Building Service Worker certificate
• WHMIS certificate
• Clear Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Check required
• Considerable knowledge of materials, methods and equipment used in janitorial and custodial work
• Considerable knowledge of the operating procedures of water heating, filtration and chlorination equipment, and the methods and materials used in the operation of swimming pools, swirl pools and related recreational facilities
• Working knowledge of plumbing and electrical systems applicable to the operation of the swimming pools and related recreational facilities
• Working knowledge of materials, methods and equipment used in building maintenance work
• Ability to operate, maintain and make minor repairs to equipment typically used in indoor swimming pools and fitness facilities
• Ability to prepare and maintain records related to the work
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with staff, patrons and user groups, and to deal tactfully and firmly with same in ensuring observance of pool policies and procedures
• Skill in the use of and care of a variety of tools and equipment used in the work

This position will remain open until filled.

We offer our employees great work-life balance, including competitive salaries, comprehensive health and wellness benefits and retirement plans (a percentage in lieu of benefits for auxiliary positions). We also offer a hybrid remote work schedule in accordance with our Remote Work Policy, opportunities for education and training, and engaging, rewarding work.

To support a workforce that reflects the diversity of our community; women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized individuals, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity orexpression (LGBTQ2S+), persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to diversity of our workforce, are encouraged to express their interest.

New Westminster is on the unceded and unsurrendered land of the Halq'eméylem-speaking peoples. It is acknowledged by the City that colonialism has made invisible their histories and connections to the land.

We are learning and building relationships with the people whose lands we are on.

We thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted