Pool Operator

Indiana University Bloomington; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 42,300 - 51,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and dental insurance

Tuition subsidy for employees and family members

Generous paid time off plans

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

Indiana University Bloomington is seeking a Facility Operations staff member to maintain swimming pool water quality and cleanliness at the Bloomington campus. The role requires a high school diploma and at least 2 years of water maintenance experience.

Candidates must be able to obtain a Certified Pool Operator license within 90 days. This position offers a pay rate of $23.01 per hour along with a range of benefits including medical insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of large-scale water maintenance system experience.
• Ability to acquire and maintain a Certified Pool Operator (CPO) license within 90 days of hire.
• Valid driver's license and ability to be insured by Indiana University upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Maintain swimming pool water quality through testing and cleaning.
• Test water quality; add chemicals to feeders as needed.

Skills

Proficient communication skills

Strong verbal communication and listening

Excellent organizational skills

Drive multiple projects to successful completion

Time-management and prioritization

Thoroughness and dependability

Flexibility to work in a fast-paced environment

Commitment to quality

Ability to work with a variety of cultures and backgrounds

Use of basic hand tools and equipment

Work safely and efficiently

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Water tester

Pool vacuum

Power washer

Computers

Job description

Facility Operations – IUB (BL-PHYP-IUBLA)

Capital Planning and Facilities (CPF) works to ensure that IU campuses are beautiful, functional, and sustainable, supporting excellence in teaching, learning, research, and community engagement across the entire university. A unit within CPF, Facility Operations, maintains our physical campus to support research, teaching, and learning at Indiana University Bloomington. Within Facility Operations, services are aimed at creating a well-functioning campus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain swimming pool water quality by testing weekly and cleaning pool components, water purification systems, outdoor fountains, water filters using hose, vacuum, and power washer.
• Test water quality in pools and water systems using a water test kit; add chemicals to feeders as needed; clean outdoor fountains and strainers; vacuum and drain pools when necessary.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (e.g., HSED or GED).

Work Experience

At least 2 years of large‑scale water maintenance system experience.

Licenses & Certificates

• Valid driver’s license and ability to be insured by Indiana University upon hire.
• Ability to acquire and maintain a Certified Pool Operator (CPO) license within 90 days of hire.

Required Skills

• Work safely and efficiently.
• Proficient communication skills.
• High degree of professionalism.
• Time‑management and prioritization.
• Commitment to quality.
• Flexibility to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Willingness to learn in area of specialty.
• Thoroughness and dependability.
• Accuracy under pressure.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Represent the company with external constituents.
• Drive multiple projects to successful completion.
• Strong verbal communication and listening.
• Build strong customer relationships.
• Use basic hand tools, lubrication equipment, meters, electric hand tools, water tester, pool vacuum, power washer, and water test kits.
• Use a computer.
• Work with a wide variety of cultures and backgrounds.

Physical Requirements

This role requires the ability to remain in a stationary position as well as move about the workplace for long periods, operate machinery, tools, and controls, ascend/descend ladders and stairs, work at low level positions, detect chemicals/gases, ascend to rooftops, and move in tight spaces to complete inspections. Duties can be performed with or without accommodation.

Location

Bloomington, Indiana

Pay

$23.01 per hour (approximately $47,860.80 per year)

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Health savings account with generous IU contributions
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Basic group life insurance paid by IU
• Voluntary supplemental life, long‑term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
• Generous paid time off plans
• Paid leave for new parents and IU‑sponsored volunteer events
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job Details

• Career Level: Intermediate
• FLSA: Nonexempt
• Job Function: Engineering, Trades & Facility
• Job Family: Licensed & Skilled Trades

Equal Opportunity Statement

Indiana University is an equal‑opportunity employer and a provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring.