Aquatics Maintenance Manager

Bainbridge Island Metro Park & Recreation District; Bainbridge Island (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount on classes

Free pool pass

Basic fitness membership

Job summary

Bainbridge Island Metro Park & Recreation District is seeking an Aquatics Maintenance Manager to oversee operating engineer duties across multiple pools, HVAC and aquatics systems, and day-to-day maintenance. You will supervise janitorial and maintenance staff, coordinate safety, water quality, and emergency services, and support project management.

This full-time on-site role requires hands-on leadership, problem solving, and the ability to respond quickly to after-hours calls, with focus on

Qualifications

• Three years related electrical, mechanical, equipment, and operating engineer experience with safety, planning, and project management.
• Associate’s degree and/or maintenance training or equivalent experience, with continuing education.
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) or equivalent certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform pool, equipment, systems, and facility maintenance troubleshooting, testing, and repair.
• Coordinate with staff, contractors, and regulatory agencies on safety and inspections.
• Research, purchase, receive, store, and expedite pool and aquatics equipment and parts.
• Manage pool and facility projects, operations, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Assist with accident investigations, risk management, and quality assurance.

Skills

Electrical & mechanical experience

Safety

Planning

Project management

Education

Associate’s degree or maintenance-related training

Certified Pool Operator (CPO) or equivalent

Tools

CPO Certification

Job description

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.

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.

Examples of Duties

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

Typical Qualifications

• 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

Supplemental Information

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

Bainbridge Island Metro Park & Recreation District offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time and regular part-time employees (and their families) including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, basic life and long-term disability insurance. Participation in the Washington State Public Employees Retirement System and eligible to contribute to the deferred compensation program.

Full-time employees will receive eight hours of vacation and eight hours of sick leave each month, two personal days (prorated if hired after the first of the year) and ten paid holidays throughout the calendar year.

Regular part-time employees will receive six hours of vacation and six hours of sick leave each month, 12 hours of personal time (prorated if hired after the first of the year) and ten paid holidays (at six hours per day) throughout the calendar year.

Employees receive a discount on most Park District classes, free pool pass at the Aquatic Center, and basic fitness membership at the Bainbridge Island Recreation Center (BIRC) while employed for employees and dependents.

01

Do you have three years related electrical, mechanical, equipment, and operating engineer related experience with skills in safety, planning, and project management?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have an associate’s degree and/or maintenance related training or equivalent experience and training supplemented with continuing education?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have a Certified Pool Operator (CPO) or equivalent certification?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have the ability to be on site in less than 60 minutes in case of an emergency and respond to after-hours and emergency phone calls?

• Yes
• No

05

Are you medically cleared to use a respirator and can you provide proof of a completed respirator medical evaluation and fit test?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have a valid Washington State driver's license or are you able to obtain one within two months of employment?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question