Aquatics Maintenance Manager

Bainbridge-Island-Metro-Park-; Bainbridge Island (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bainbridge-Island-Metro-Park- is seeking an Aquatics Maintenance Manager functioning as the operating engineer for multiple pools. You will supervise maintenance staff, oversee HVAC and aquatic systems, and handle day-to-day pool operations, safety, water quality, and regulatory compliance.

The role involves project management, coordination with district staff, and responsiveness to emergencies as a first responder.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of related electrical, mechanical, or operating engineer experience.
• Associate degree or equivalent maintenance training required.
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) or equivalent certification required.
• Must respond on-site within 60 minutes during emergencies and after-hours.
• Candidate must be cleared to use a respirator and pass a fit test.
• Valid WA state driver's license or ability to obtain one within two months.

Responsibilities

• Perform pool and facility maintenance, troubleshooting, testing, and repairs.
• Coordinate with staff, contractors, and health/safety agencies.
• Research, purchase, receive, store, and expedit pool equipment parts.
• Plan and monitor projects, safety compliance, and facility operations.
• Assist with accident investigations, risk management, and quality assurance.
• Lead maintenance personnel and supervise on-site operations.
• Prepare, monitor, and manage pool budgets and project planning.
• Schedule and coordinate pool operations with supervision staff and customers.
• Ensure compliance with county, state, and federal codes; attend trainings.

Skills

Maintenance leadership

Regulatory compliance

Project planning

Troubleshooting

Team leadership

Education

Associate degree or equivalent training

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

The Aquatics Maintenance Manager functions as the operating engineer. This role is responsible for multiple pools facilities, HVAC and aquatics systems, and day-to-day pool maintenance and operations. Additionally, they supervise janitorial and maintenance staff, trouble-shoot problems, safety, water quality, project management, and emergency services. This is a working operating engineer/maintenance position.

1. Perform pool, equipment, systems, and facility maintenance troubleshooting, testing, and repair or replacement functions
2. Perform and serve as a liaison with District staff, contractors, regulatory, safety, and inspection and health services regulatory agencies
3. Responsible in cooperation with recreation supervisory personnel for pool and aquatics facility related parts and equipment research, purchasing and ordering, receiving, storage, and expediting
4. Perform and monitor pool and facility projects, functions, facility and equipment operations, safety, and compliance with regulatory standards
5. Assist with accident investigations, risk management, and program safety and quality assurance
6. Responsible for pool and aquatics facility, equipment operation, and emergency services. Must function as a first responder as needed
7. Assist the Assistant Park Director in preparation and monitoring of pool budgets and project planning
8. Hire, train, schedule, and supervise maintenance personnel who clean and maintain the Aquatic Center facility
9. Plan and schedule with recreation supervisory personnel the following: pool, equipment, systems functions, overall aquatics facilities operations, maintenance, safety, and other items as needed
10. Coordinate aquatics department maintenance functions in cooperation with aquatics management and supervisory personnel, park services division management and supervisory personnel, pool customers, visitors, and other persons as necessary
11. Ensure Facility meets all county, state, and federal codes and laws
12. Attend meetings, training, or workshops as assigned
13. Knowledge and thorough understanding of personnel and operations policies and procedures
14. Other duties as assigned

• Equivalent of three years related electrical, mechanical, equipment, and operating engineer related experience with skills in safety, planning, and project management
• Requires associate’s degree and/or maintenance related training or equivalent experience and training supplemented with continuing education
• Requires Certified Pool Operator (CPO) or equivalent certifications
• Must be able to be on site in less than 60 minutes in case of an emergency and respond to after-hours and emergency phone calls
• Must be cleared to use a respirator and provide proof of completed respirator medical evaluation and fit test
• Requires valid Washington State driver's license or ability to obtain one within two months of employment

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to plan, lead, and troubleshoot pool maintenance and operations, regulatory compliance, and safety for a large aquatic facility
• Thorough knowledge of aquatic systems equipment related maintenance and control systems with knowledge of project planning and facility administration
• Ability to perform maintenance and operations duties including equipment operations and assistance with cleanups, meet and event preparations, and building trade functions
• Ability to effectively lead, communicate, and articulate department activities
• Skill in forward thinking and ability to identify problems or issues and develop effective solutions, resolve complex problems, and gain cooperation among interested groups
• Ability to lead others to common goals and to work cooperatively with other employees, teams, event hosts, participants, and the public
• Ability to accept direction for professional/departmental/divisional improvement
• Knowledge of and ability to implement trends and practices in aquatics equipment operations, public health, and water quality standards
• Ability to work with a growing District and participate in collaborative activities
• Ability to interpret and analyze programs, regulatory, and technical information
• Ability to effectively supervise diverse work activities of skilled and technical colleagues in a manner conducive to proficient performance, high morale, and District effectiveness
• Ability to prepare and present clear and concise pool operations plans and report using applicable software
• Strong computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook required