Pool Maintenance Apprentice: Water Quality & Care

SPS PoolCare; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

SPS PoolCare is hiring a Pool Maintenance Specialist Trainee in Houston, TX. You will support senior technicians by cleaning, testing water, and applying chemical treatments to keep pools safe and sparkling.

You will receive hands-on training, develop skills in pool chemistry, maintenance, and equipment inspection, and progress as you gain experience. This entry-level role emphasizes safety, reliability, and excellent customer service on job sites.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills sufficing for client-facing roles.
• Understanding of pool cleaning chemicals and equipment.
• Mechanical and manual labor skills related to aquatic facilities and equipment.
• Math skills to calculate chemical additives and ratios.

Responsibilities

• Assist Pool Maintenance Specialist to clean and maintain filled pools and facilities by skimming, vacuuming, and chemical treatments.
• Periodically perform deep cleaning including brushing and scrubbing walls, floors, and surfaces.
• Test pool water for pH, chlorine, contaminants, and data; record results.
• Receive training to ensure correct water chemistry and clarity.
• Calculate and apply chemical treatments to balance pH and remove contaminants.
• Inspect pool and equipment for proper operation.
• Maintain daily logs of chemical usage, water quality, repairs, and supplies.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Pool chemicals knowledge

Mechanical skills

Mathematical calculations

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

1 year related experience

Job description

SPS PoolCare is hiring a Pool Maintenance Specialist Trainee in Houston, TX. You will support senior technicians by cleaning, testing water, and applying chemical treatments to keep pools safe and sparkling.

You will receive hands-on training, develop skills in pool chemistry, maintenance, and equipment inspection, and progress as you gain experience. This entry-level role emphasizes safety, reliability, and excellent customer service on job sites.