Pool Maintenance Specialist Trainee

SPS PoolCare; Crystal Falls (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

SPS PoolCare in Michigan is seeking a Pool Maintenance Specialist Trainee to support cleaning and chemical treatment of client pools and facilities.

You will learn from the Pool Service Specialist, perform routine water testing, assist with daily logs, and help with maintenance tasks while developing hands-on skills in pool operations.

No prior experience is required; comprehensive on-the-job training will be provided, with emphasis on safety, chemistry, and customer service.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year of related pool maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in cleaning and maintaining filled pools and facilities.
• Skim, vacuum, and perform chemical treatments as directed.
• Test pool water for pH, chlorine, and contaminants.
• Assist with daily logs of chemical usage and water quality.
• Inspect pool and equipment and report issues.
• Handle routine maintenance tasks and related duties.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Pool chemicals knowledge

Mechanical ability

Math calculations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year related experience

Job description

Description

The Pool Maintenance Specialist Trainee will maintain pools at client's and associated facilities for the company.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Assists Pool Maintenance Specialist to clean and maintain filled pools and facilities by skimming, vacuuming, and performing chemical treatments.
• Periodically empties pools to perform deep cleaning, including brushing and scrubbing walls, floors, and surfaces.
• Assists Pool Service Specialist to regularly test pool water for pH; chlorine; presence of bacteria, algae, or contaminants; and other data.
• Receives training from the Pool Service Specialist to ensure correct color, chemistry, and clarity of pool water.
• Calculates and adds chemical treatments to maintain pH balance, eliminate contaminants, or correct other problems.
• Inspects pool and equipment.
• Assists Pool Service Specialist to complete and maintain daily logs outlining chemical usage, water quality, repairs, and supplies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Understanding of pool cleaning chemicals and equipment related to swimming pools.
• Mechanical and manual labor skills related to aquatic facilities and equipment.
• Math skills to calculate chemical additives and ratios.

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of related experience required.
• Physical Requirements:
• Must be able to lift up to 80 pounds at a time.
• Must have adequate sight and hearing to properly interpret water analysis, equipment readings, and complete recordkeeping.
• Physically able to perform all aspects of cleaning, checking, and monitoring pools and facilities.