Pool Technician

University of North Texas at Dallas; California; On-site; USD 37,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

San José Unified School District in San José, California, is seeking a full-time Pool Technician to maintain district aquatic facilities and ensure safe, clean water conditions for student programs and community use.

You will manage operation, maintenance, and repairs of pools and related equipment, adhering to safety standards and district policies while providing reliable customer service to staff and students.

Qualifications

• Completion of 12th grade or equivalent.
• Resume and Letter of Introduction outlining desire and qualifications for this position.
• Prior relevant experience preferred.
• Passage of San José Unified test, including swim requirements.
• California driver’s license required.
• California Pool Operator certificate required.
• First Aid / CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Managing the operation, cleaning, and maintenance of district aquatic facilities and equipment
• Monitoring and maintaining safe and healthy pool conditions, including water chemistry and filtration systems
• Inspecting pools and equipment and assisting in the development and implementation of maintenance plans
• Performing repairs and preventative maintenance on pool systems, surfaces, pumps, mechanical equipment, and related components
• Safely operating and maintaining tools, equipment, and district vehicles used for aquatic facility maintenance
• Maintaining clean, organized, and safe pool environments in alignment with district standards and safety procedures
• Coordinating and guiding the work of others and assisting with training as needed
• Maintaining accurate records, logs, and reports using district systems and technology
• Communicating effectively with staff, students, and community members while providing responsive customer service
• Supporting school and district events and assisting in accomplishing department and district goals

Education

12th grade or equivalent

Job description

Pool Technician

Full time • San José Unified School District

Job Details

Schools

Maintenance & Grounds, Maintenance Corp Yard

Salary

$32.45 - $32.45 per hour

Grades

Early Childhood, Elementary School, Middle School, High School

Subjects

Swimming Pool Technician

Description

The impact you will have: As a Pool Technician in San José Unified, you will play a vital role in maintaining safe, clean, and fully operational aquatic facilities that support student learning, athletics, and community programs. You will manage the operation, maintenance, and repair of pools and related equipment while ensuring healthy aquatic conditions and compliance with safety standards. Through strong attention to detail, proactive problem-solving, and a commitment to customer service, you will help create a safe and enriching environment for students, staff, and the community. A more detailed job description is available at: http://sjusd.box.com/v/PoolTechnician.

Who you are: You are a dependable and safety-focused professional who takes pride in maintaining clean, safe, and well-functioning aquatic facilities. You bring strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve maintenance issues efficiently. You are organized, proactive, and committed to providing excellent service while supporting a positive and safe environment for students, staff, and the community.

As a Pool Technician, you will be responsible for (but not limited to):

• Managing the operation, cleaning, and maintenance of district aquatic facilities and equipment
• Monitoring and maintaining safe and healthy pool conditions, including water chemistry and filtration systems
• Inspecting pools and equipment and assisting in the development and implementation of maintenance plans
• Performing repairs and preventative maintenance on pool systems, surfaces, pumps, mechanical equipment, and related components
• Safely operating and maintaining tools, equipment, and district vehicles used for aquatic facility maintenance
• Maintaining clean, organized, and safe pool environments in alignment with district standards and safety procedures
• Coordinating and guiding the work of others and assisting with training as needed
• Maintaining accurate records, logs, and reports using district systems and technology
• Communicating effectively with staff, students, and community members while providing responsive customer service
• Supporting school and district events and assisting in accomplishing department and district goals

What you need for this position:

• Completion of 12th grade or equivalent
• Resume and Letter of Introduction outlining desire and qualifications for this position
• Prior relevant experience preferred
• Passage of San José Unified test, including swim requirements
• California driver’s license required
• California Pool Operator certificate required
• First Aid / CPR certification required

Location

• Maintenance Department
• 1.0 FTE - 40hrs./week - 6:30am-3:00pm
• 12-Month Position

SB 848 Child Safety & Employment Disclosure Requirement

Effective January 1, 2026, in accordance with California Senate Bill 848 (School Employee Misconduct/Child Abuse Prevention Act), applicants for employment with San José Unified are subject to enhanced child safety, training, and employment disclosure requirements.

Under SB 848, schools are required to strengthen background vetting procedures and obtain employment history information related to allegations of egregious misconduct involving students. Former employers may be contacted to release records regarding substantiated findings of misconduct as permitted by law. Failure to provide complete and accurate information regarding prior educational employment or relevant misconduct findings may result in disqualification from the hiring process or withdrawal of an offer of employment.

SB 848 also expands mandated reporter requirements and requires annual child abuse prevention training for employees and certain volunteers by July 1, 2026. All employees must comply with district‑adopted child safety policies, including procedures for supervising and protecting students.

San José Unified is committed to maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment for all students and will review all disclosures and employment records in accordance with state law.

When will you hear back from us: Within seven days of applying, we will inform you if you will be moving forward in our hiring process and share next steps. If there is a delayed response, feel free to reach out to us at [e-mail].

Note to internal applicants

• Even though we may have some information on file for you, we encourage you to submit a letter of introduction highlighting your qualifications and interest in this role, as well as any other information you would like to share. Where applicable, please also note which available location you are applying to.
• To be eligible to interview, you will need to be in good evaluation standing.

Benefits

What we offer: San José Unified offers a fantastic team and system of supports. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package which includes free medical and dental coverage for our employees who work at least a 0.75 FTE (30 hours per week), as well as 21-vacation days, and 11-paid holidays for 10-month employees! For 11-month employees, you earn 21-vacation days and 12-paid holidays. For 12-month employees, you earn 27-vacation days and 13-paid holidays.

Who we are

San José Unified is an innovative urban school district that prepares today’s students to be the thinkers, leaders, and creators of tomorrow. We are reinventing the education system by bringing together teachers and staff with parents and students, inspiring each to discover their own greatness. Serving over 25,000 students from transitional kindergarten through post‑secondary in 41 schools from Downtown San José to the Almaden Valley, San José Unified is Silicon Valley’s largest and most diverse school system. We welcome instructional and support staff who are interested in making a difference in the lives of San José children.

SJUSD prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment), or bullying based on a person’s real or perceived ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, immigration status, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. This applies to all acts related to school activity or school attendance occurring within a school under the jurisdiction of the LEA, and all acts of the governing board or body of the LEA, the superintendent of the school district, and the county superintendent of schools in enacting policies and procedures that govern the LEA.

For questions or complaints, contact Equity Compliance and Title IX Coordinator Michelle Reghitto, Director of Student Services at [e-mail], and Section 504 Coordinator Chris Metcalfe, Director of Special Education at [e-mail], 855 Lenzen Avenue or [phone].

SJUSD prohíbe la discriminación, la intimidación, el acoso (incluido el acoso sexual) o el acoso escolar basados en el origen étnico real o percibido, el color, una discapacidad, la identidad de género, la expresión de género, el estatus migratorio, la nacionalidad, la raza o el origen étnico, la religión, el sexo, la orientación sexual y la asociación con una persona o un grupo con una o más de estas características reales o percibidas. Esto se aplica a todos los actos relacionados con la actividad escolar y con la asistencia a la escuela que se produzcan dentro de una escuela de acuerdo con la jurisdicción de la dependencia educativa local (LEA, por sus siglas en inglés), y a todos los actos de la Mesa Directiva o del cuerpo rector de la LEA, la Superintendente del distrito escolar y lo que se hace en la promulgación de los protocolos, *sic*.

Si tiene alguna pregunta o queja, comuníquese por favor con la coordinadora de cumplimiento de la equidad y del Título IX, Michelle Reghitto, directora de Servicios Estudiantiles a [e-mail], y con el coordinador del Artículo 504, Chris Metcalfe, director de Educación Especial a [e-mail], 855 Lenzen Avenue, o [phone].

Students, parents, employees, or others who wish further information about these regulations, or who wish to file a complaint, should contact the following persons:

For Title IX, discrimination or equity complaints involving students:

Director of Student Services/Student Title IX Coordinator, Michelle Reghitto, 408-535-6080 at [e-mail], 855 Lenzen Avenue, San José, CA 95126

For Title IX, discrimination or equity complaints involving staff:

Assistant Superintendent, Administrative Services, J. Dominic Bejarano, 408-535-6139 at [e-mail], 855 Lenzen Avenue, San José, CA 95126

For Section 504 Compliance complaints involving students:

SJUSD 504 Coordinator at [e-mail], 855 Lenzen Avenue, San José, CA 95126

For facilities or other ADA complaints:

Director of Maintenance, Grounds, and Operations, Denny Pini, 408-535-6000 at [e-mail], 855 Lenzen Avenue, San José, CA 95126