Branch Manager - Pool Construction

Air Comfort, Inc; Pataskala (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with 4% Company Match

Paid Time Off

Competitive Base Salary + Bonus Opportunity

Core Value Rewards Program

Job summary

A leading pool service provider in Pataskala, OH is seeking a Branch Manager for its Pool Division. This role involves overseeing all pool-related operations, including construction, renovation, and service excellence. Ideal candidates should have experience in managing teams and driving financial performance in a field-based setting. Strong communication skills and adaptability are essential for success. The company offers comprehensive benefits and a supportive culture focused on mentorship and growth.

Qualifications

• Experience leading operations in pool construction or field-based management.
• Ability to manage financial performance.
• Strong organizational and communicational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach department managers and crews.
• Oversee pool construction and service delivery.
• Owning branch financials and labor efficiency.
• Champion safety standards and ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Operational management in pool construction

Team leadership

Financial performance ownership

Strong communication

Adaptability under pressure

Job description

Now Hiring: Branch Manager – Pool Division

📍 Location: Pataskala, OH | 🕒 Full-Time Onsite | 🧭 Reports to: Director of Operations

At Hidden Creek, we don’t just build pools - we build strong teams, scalable systems, and exceptional client experiences. If you’re a hands‑on leader who thrives in complex operations, understands financial performance, and knows how to develop managers and crews, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

We’re looking for a Branch Manager - Pool Division to lead all pool‑related operations at our Pataskala branch and help strengthen Hidden Creek’s presence in the pool market.

💡 About the Role

As the Branch Manager – Pool Division, you’ll oversee pool construction, renovation, service, and future maintenance operations. You’ll be accountable for operational excellence, financial performance, and team development across the division.

This role blends strategy and execution - leading department managers, optimizing schedules and workflows, fostering a safety‑first culture, and ensuring clients receive outstanding quality and communication at every touchpoint. It’s a highly visible leadership role with real ownership and impact.

🔍 What You’ll Do (In case you like bullet points and clarity — we do too!)

Operational Leadership & Team Development (30%) Lead and coach department managers and crews, run weekly leadership check‑ins, and build a culture of accountability, safety, and growth.

Project Execution & Service Excellence (20%) Oversee pool construction and service delivery to ensure schedules, quality, and client expectations are met - from kickoff to closeout

Financial & Resource Management (20%) Own branch financials, labor efficiency, and job costing. Optimize crews, equipment, and purchasing to hit performance targets.

Safety & Compliance (10%) Champion safety standards, run audits and trainings, and ensure OSHA and company compliance across all operations.

Cross‑Team Collaboration & Growth (10%) Partner with Design/Build, Maintenance, and Operations teams to improve workflows, client handoffs, and identify growth opportunities.

Admin & Leadership Meetings (10%) Track KPIs, review performance data, and lead meetings that drive clarity and results.

🔑 What Makes You a Great Fit

• Experience leading operations in pool construction, service, or field‑based management
• Comfortable‑owning people, projects, and financial performance
• Organized, adaptable, and calm under pressure
• Strong communicator who can lead leaders and crews alike
• Tech‑comfortable (or eager to learn) tools for scheduling, job costing, and reporting
• Passionate about developing people and building strong teams
• Motivated by growth - yours, your team’s, and the company’s

🌟 Why Hidden Creek?

We live by four values:

💥 Dare to Be Different | 🌱 Driven to Grow | 🧠 Lead with Intent | 😄 Make Someone Smile

We’re not your average landscaping company. At Hidden Creek, we believe in mentorship, tech‑enabled operations, and people‑first leadership. Guided by the LeanScaper method and connected with top industry peers, our team is shaping the future of how great work gets done. We invest in growth, reward initiative, and develop leaders at every level.

We Offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance provided by Hidden Creek
• 401(k) with 4% Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• 12 Paid Holidays (Including Christmas Eve through New Year’s Day)
• Competitive Base Salary + Bonus Opportunity
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Core Value Rewards Program
• Team‑building events and a collaborative, high‑performance culture

Hidden Creek Landscaping, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

We are committed to complying with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know.

Employment with Hidden Creek Landscaping, Inc. is at‑will. This means that either the employee or the company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice.