Pool Attendant, Apartments

Goindigoliving; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Part time

Job summary

Goindigoliving is seeking a seasonal pool attendant to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming pool area for residents. Responsibilities include chemical testing, log maintenance, cleaning bathrooms and decks, and ensuring equipment functions properly.

The role is not a lifeguard position, with a typical schedule of 25–40 hours per week and flexible shifts. Weekend and holiday availability are required, and schedule may vary with weather and staffing needs.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Must be able to work under limited supervision and follow standardized practices.
• Must have the use of a dependable vehicle, a valid Iowa driver’s license and basic insurance covering the vehicle if covering multiple locations.
• Basic math skills, including calculations using fractions, percent, and/or ratios is required in order to maintain proper eater chemistry balance.
• Must follow protocols for hazardous materials.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally above head level.
• Must remain alert at all times to perform essential functions of position.

Responsibilities

• Skim water surface of swimming pool daily.
• Vacuum bottom and sides of pool every other day or as needed.
• Test Chlorine and PH levels every four hours for the purpose of complying with mandated safety and health requirements.
• Backwash filters as needed.
• Hose off deck and pool furniture as needed.
• Maintain records for the purpose of providing an up-to-date reference trail and/or complying with mandated requirements.
• Empty all trash cans and make sure bathrooms are stocked with toilet paper and paper towels daily.
• Ensure pool furniture is set every morning before opening.
• Ensure equipment is running without issue (pool pump, filters, chemical feeder, heater).
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Time management

Safety awareness

Multitasking

Job description

The swimming pool attendant is a seasonal position with flexible hours between the week prior to Memorial Day and the week after Labor Day, weather dependent. Responsible to maintain attractive, clean, and safe swimming pool for residents by controlling pool chemicals, maintaining required logs, keeping the bathrooms and deck areas clean, ensuring functionality of equipment and/or supplies, and complying with health and safety requirements. This is NOT a lifeguarding position. A typical schedule will be 25-40 hours per week with a flexible schedule. Weekday shifts are between 3 pm to 9 pm and weekend shifts between 10 am to 2 pm and 4 pm to 9 pm. Potential for more hours based on availability and staffing needs. Weekend and holiday availability is required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Skim water surface of swimming pool daily.
• Vacuum bottom and sides of pool every other day or as needed.
• Test Chlorine and PH levels every four hours for the purpose of complying with mandated safety and health requirements.
• Backwash filters as needed.
• Hose off deck and pool furniture as needed.
• Maintain records for the purpose of providing an up-to-date reference trail and/or complying with mandated requirements.
• Empty all trash cans and make sure bathrooms are stocked with toilet paper and paper towels daily.
• Ensure pool furniture is set every morning before opening.
• Ensure equipment is running without issue (pool pump, filters, chemical feeder, heater).
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Must be able to work under limited supervision and follow standardized practices.
• Must have the use of a dependable vehicle, a valid Iowa driver’s license and basic insurance covering the vehicle if covering multiple locations.
• Basic math skills, including calculations using fractions, percent, and/or ratios is required in order to maintain proper eater chemistry balance.
• Must follow protocols for hazardous materials.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally above head level.
• Must remain alert at all times to perform essential functions of position.

Success Factors

• Strong attention to detail, organization, and accuracy.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to handle difficult customers.