Professional Aquatics Repair Technician

Vivo Aquatic Group; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life

Paid Vacation Time

Paid Sick Time

Job summary

Vivo Aquatic Group in Irvine, California, seeks a Repair Technician responsible for providing technical expertise and support to clients across Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego. The role includes onsite visits to maintain chemical feed systems, perform repairs, and conduct water tests. Candidates should have 2+ years in the aquatics sector, excellent communication skills, and must obtain a certified pool operator (CPO) license within 90 days. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain a CPO license within first 90 days.
• Experience with electrical and plumbing systems required.
• Valid driver license for at least 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise and training for clients.
• Perform onsite visits and maintenance on chemical feed systems.
• Communicate repair visits and maintain clean vehicle appearance.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal communication skills

High level of professionalism

Strong organizational skills

Strong computer skills in MS Office and GSuite

Strong knowledge of commercial water chemistry

Knowledge of filtration systems

Ability to lift 75lbs

Education

2+ years of experience in the aquatics industry

CPO certification required

Job description

Description

Job Title: Repair Technician

Department: Operations

Reports To: Field Technical Support Manager

Supervises: N/A

Job Classification: Full-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt

Salary Range: $25-$45 per hour, depending on location, experience, and skillset

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The main role of the Repair Technician is to provide technical expertise, training, and support for existing and prospective clients. Additionally, the daily role will be to visit clients per schedule, test water chemistry, adjust controllers and programming, cleaning and maintaining chemical feed equipment, as well as record keeping and communication. More duties may be applied as clients and Vivoaquatics services and needs change.

Key Responsibilities Include:

1. Onsite visits to new and existing clients on a regular basis who are located across the Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego territories
2. Train clients, channel partners, etc. on chemical feed systems and VivoPoint software
3. Provide technical support, repair and installation of VivoPoint chemical feed systems, including controllers, modems, feed devices, tubing, injectors, etc.
4. Provide technical support and perform installations, repairs, and maintenance on pumps, filters, heaters, etc., as needed
5. Perform warranty repair and required maintenance of VivoPoint chemical feed systems
6. Provide regular chemical water tests and recommendations to clients
7. Complete onsite assessment and provide information and worksheet data as requested
8. Take photo documentation of job sites, projects, and work completions as requested
9. Provide material and labor cost estimates for repairs and installations as requested
10. Record all service visit information on VivoPoint via entering manual readings, entering/updating service orders, and completing equipment profiles
11. Record detailed notes on all service visits in NetSuite
12. Communicate visits, repairs, and follow up information to supervisors in a timely manner
13. Must wear appropriate PPE at all times
14. Must communicate any needs for specialty tools, PPE, training, or support to supervisors immediately upon discovery of need
15. Must maintain company vehicle and appearance at all times. Vehicles must be serviced and kept clean and organized at all times
16. Perform regular inventory or parts and equipment within your possession as requested
17. Communicate with managers and billing department regarding job and project completions and parts used in a timely manner
18. Must be able to gather parts and equipment from supply houses and other locations as requested
19. Attend meetings, trainings, and company gatherings as needed
20. Responsible for thorough knowledge of management company policies and property community policies
21. Additionally duties may be assigned based on changes in client needs and in company needs and services offered

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Must maintain the highest level of professionalism at all times: must maintain a professional appearance, and must have a friendly and professional attitude
• Must possess high organizational skills and be detail oriented
• Maintain a strong work ethic, be self-motivated, and have a high sense of responsibility
• Strong computer skills in MS Office (Email, Word, Excel, Calendar), GSuite (Gmail, Google Sheets, Google Docs, Calendar), or similar.
• Strong knowledge of commercial water chemistry and balancing water chemistry
• Strong knowledge of various manufacturers’ circulation and filtration systems and chemical automation systems and chemical feed devices
• Exceptional knowledge of swimming pool regulations and codes
• Ability to travel out-of-state and overnight when needed
• Ability to work nights and weekends as needed
• Experience and first hand knowledge of electrical and plumbing systems and use of power tools
• Must be able to lift, move, carry up to 75lbs
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification required. Candidates must be able to obtain a CPO license within their first 90 days.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• N/A

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• 2+ years of experience in the aquatics industry required
• 2+ years of technical work experience with commercial aquatics that includes experience with water chemistry and balancing, electrical and plumbing systems
• 2+ years of technical work experience with installing, repairing, maintaining commercial circulation and filtration systems and chemical automation and chemical feed devices
• Currently or previously held CPO license preferred
• Valid driver license that has been valid for at least the last 2 years
• Must be over the age of 21
• Ability to communicate effectively in English. Bilingual a plus!
• Successfully pass a thorough background check, including a DMV/driving record check

Benefits & Perks

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• LTD
• Pet Insurance
• Paid Vacation Time
• Paid Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Floating Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Career Planning