Pool Operator

Fripp Island Hospitality; South Carolina; On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to resort amenities

Food and merchandise discounts

Beach access

Employee referral program

Paid Holidays

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Fripp Island Golf & Beach Resort in Fripp Island, SC is seeking a Pool Operator responsible for the overall cleanliness and upkeep of the pool area, deck, and equipment. The role requires maintaining water quality, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring safety standards are met for guests and staff.

This full-time, on-site position offers benefits including resort access, discounts, health and retirement plans, paid holidays, and opportunities to work at Beaufort's premier island

Qualifications

• Pool Operator License or the ability to obtain license.
• Effective teamwork and interpersonal skills; ability to communicate verbally.
• Great customer service skills including listening carefully and exercising patience.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining equipment and chemical stock levels at store and in the vehicle.
• Conduct regular cleaning of the pools, including maintaining proper water levels.
• Testing swimming pool water pH and chlorine levels.
• Adding acid, chlorine and other chemicals to correct pH levels.
• Removing debris from the pool using nets and other authorized equipment.
• Replacing globes in underwater light fittings.
• Fixing cracks or leaks in the swimming pool structure.
• Fitting and repairing pipes and plumbing for spas and pools.
• Servicing and fixing faulty pool cleaning equipment.
• Completing paperwork and reporting service requirements to management.
• Making sure the pool deck is free of debris
• Verify all equipment meets safety standards.
• Keep deck areas neat, clean, and orderly at all times.
• Always maintain a polite and courteous attitude with all members and guests.
• Report to work on time and in uniform for scheduled hours.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Customer service

Pool operations knowledge

Education

Pool Operator License

Chemical stock management experience

Job description

About the Organization

The heart of any organization is the staff that keeps it running. Fripp Island is often like family to its employees, many of whom have worked here over 10 years and in some cases over 20 years! We are fortunate enough to come to this beautiful island every day - we work where you play! Fripp Island Golf & Beach Resort is one of the best South Carolina beach resorts, offering a wide selection of Fripp Island resort rentals, two top-ranked golf courses, several pools and dining options, a full service marina, tennis, pickle ball, an activity center, many on-island activities, and one of the most picturesque beaches you'll find anywhere.

Open Date 8/19/2026

Category Pool

Position Pool Operator

At Fripp Island Golf & Beach Resort, we're committed to sharing the simple, seaside, serenity of this special island with our guests and members. We believe that it takes passionate people to bring our vision to life.

Working at Beaufort's premier island destination, you can enjoy benefits including:

• Access to resort amenities
• Food and merchandise discounts
• Beach access
• Employee referral program
• Paid Holidays
• Health, dental, vision, life insurance and PTO (Full time employees)
• 401(k)

Job Summary

This position is responsible for maintaining the overall cleanliness of the pool. They are also responsible for maintaining the general upkeep of the pool area itself. This includes, the pool, the deck around the pool, and removing debris.

Pool Maintenance Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintaining equipment and chemical stock levels at store and in the vehicle
• Conduct regular cleaning of the pools, including maintaining proper water levels.
• Testing swimming pool water pH and chlorine levels.
• Adding acid, chlorine and other chemicals to correct pH levels.
• Removing debris from the pool using nets and other authorized equipment.
• Replacing globes in underwater light fittings.
• Fixing cracks or leaks in the swimming pool structure.
• Fitting and repairing pipes and plumbing for spas and pools.
• Servicing and fixing faulty pool cleaning equipment.
• Completing paperwork and reporting service requirements to management.
• Making sure the pool deck is free of debris
• Verify all equipment meets safety standards.
• Keep deck areas neat, clean, and orderly at all times.
• Always maintain a polite and courteous attitude with all members and guests.
• Report to work on time and in uniform for scheduled hours.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills and qualifications

• Pool Operators License or 2 years maintaining chemical stock level experience preferred, or the ability to obtain license.
• Effective teamwork and interpersonal skills; ability to communicate verbally
• Great customer service skills including listening carefully and exercising patience.

Physical Requirements

This position requires complete mobility and the ability to withstand extreme outdoor environments. Must be able to stand, sit and/or walk a minimum of 8 hours daily and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Position Requirements

Skills and qualifications

• Effective teamwork and interpersonal skills; ability to communicate verbally
• Great customer service skills including listening carefully and exercising patience.

Physical Requirements

This position requires complete mobility and the ability to withstand extreme outdoor environments. Must be able to stand, sit and/or walk a minimum of 8 hours daily and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Pay Range Starting at $17.00

Shift -not applicable-

Req Number POO-26-00003

City Fripp Island

State South Carolina

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

This position is currently accepting applications.