Pool Maintenance Aide (2026)

City-of-Davis,-C; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Davis Parks & Community Services Department seeks a Pool Maintenance Aide to support maintenance across four aquatic complexes. You will assist with cleaning, servicing, and basic repairs, and help ensure safe, well‑kept pools and facilities for the public.

Under supervision, you will handle cleaning tasks, operate basic pool equipment, and assist with supplies and grounds maintenance. This is an active, outdoor role requiring reliability and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Able to read and write at a level sufficient for job performance.
• Knowledge of pool maintenance tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of basic safety practices in the workplace.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor.
• Energy, enthusiasm and creativity in the job position.
• Ability to swim and be comfortable around pools.
• Ability to establish positive working relationships with staff and the public.
• Prior pool maintenance experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform pool maintenance and servicing across four aquatic complexes.
• Clean pool decks, equipment, splash pads, slides, and facilities.
• Vacuum pools, clean tiles, and empty skimmer baskets.
• Assist with portable vacuums, salt and other pool supplies.
• Assist with repairs and equipment replacement as needed.
• Assist with grounds maintenance and waste management.
• Drive vehicles to transport materials and maintain equipment.
• Ensure equipment and facilities are safely prepared and maintained.
• Keep work areas clean and organized.
• Perform other related duties as needed.

Skills

Reading & writing

Pool maintenance knowledge

Work safety

Heavy manual labor

Team communication

Swimming ability

Public interaction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The City of Davis Parks & Community Services Department operates four aquatic complexes, comprising of nine individual pools and two splash pads. The Pool Maintenance Aide position assists with basic pool maintenance and repair tasks associated with the ongoing operations of the five aquatic complexes. This position is supervised by the Aquatics Facilities Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Pool maintenance/service hours are typically between 6:00 am-10:00 am, Monday-Friday and/or Saturday-Sunday, hours may vary depending on use and needs
• Cleaning pool deck equipment, splash pad features, slides and pool buildings and shower facilities
• Vacuums swimming pools, cleans pool tiles, and empties skimmer baskets
• Assists with portable vacuums, salt and other pool supplies
• Assists with needed repairs and equipment replacement as needed
• Assists with general grounds maintenance such as raking and turf maintenance, hosing off pool decks and emptying garbage and recycling containers
• Drives vehicles to transport materials, tools, and equipment as needed; clean and maintain shared park maintenance equipment
• Assures that all equipment and facilities are safely and properly prepared and maintained
• Keeps work environments clean and organized
• Performs other related duties as needed

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Must have formal or informal education or training that ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance
• Knowledge of basic methods, tools, materials, and equipment used in swimming pool maintenance work
• Knowledge of basic principles and practices of work safety
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor, and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to demonstrate energy, enthusiasm and creativity in the job position
• Ability to swim at a level considered water safe and be comfortable being in and around swimming pools
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships and communication with co-workers, other City staff and community members
• Prior work experience or training in pool maintenance operations is highly desirable
• A valid California Class C driver's license is highly preferred

Physical/Sensory Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This is an active position requiring the ability to sit, bend, squat, climb, balance, stoop, keel, crouch, crawl, twist, and reach extensively when installing or repairing equipment; occasional lifting of up to 75 lbs, frequent lifting or moving objects up to 50 lbs.; perform simple and power grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation; verbal and hearing skills to effectively communicate with customers and other staff; and visual acuity to record information accurately and make observations. Work is done both indoors and out, with exposure to heat, often over 100 degrees, sun, noise, dust, pollens, traffic, and slip hazards when near water, and exposure to blood borne pathogens. Must be able to exercise appropriate caution when working in or near parks, greenbelts and pedestrian or traffic areas.

PLEASE NOTE

All applicants will be notified via email.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

The City of Davis encourages applications from qualified women and minorities. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, disability or sexual preference.

NOTES

Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract and the provisions are subject to change. According to the Federal Reform and Control Act, the City of Davis is required to hire only U.S. citizens or aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States.

If you require accommodation during any phase of this recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources office at [phone] or TDD(530)757-5666.

The City of Davis has a no smoking policy for all city facilities.