Technical Support Specialist

Hayward Holdings, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hayward Holdings Inc. in Atlanta is seeking a Training Specialist to provide technical support for CAT Controllers and lead training for commercial customers and staff. You will manage the Atlanta Training Hub and ensure demonstrations and hands-on sessions run smoothly.

The role requires strong water chemistry knowledge, excellent communication, and travel flexibility for off-site trainings and trade shows. CPO is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of swimming pool water chemistry, including ORP.
• Public speaking and ability to train groups of various sizes.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for CAT Controllers and other Hayward Commercial products via phone, email, and in person.
• Conduct technical trainings for commercial customers, partners, and internal staff—both in-person and online.
• Manage and maintain the Commercial Training Hub facility in Atlanta, ensuring it is prepared for product demonstrations, classes, and hands-on training.
• Assist with troubleshooting water chemistry issues related to pH, ORP, and sanitization on commercial pools using CAT Controllers.
• Develop and update training materials, presentations, and technical documentation.
• Support the Commercial Aquatics sales and service teams with technical product knowledge and field support when needed.
• Participate in conferences and customer site visits as required.
• Stay current with industry trends, product developments, and advancements in pool chemistry control technology.

Skills

Water chemistry knowledge

Presentation skills

Public speaking

Customer service mindset

Verbal and written communication

Education

CPO certification (preferred)

Tools

CAT Controllers

Job description

Hayward Holdings Inc. (NYSE “HAYW”) is the largest manufacturer of residential swimming pool equipment in the world, with a significant presence in the commercial pool market that is continuously growing. Hayward designs, manufactures, and markets a full line of residential and commercial pool and spa equipment including pumps, filters, heating, cleaners, salt chlorinators, automation, lighting, safety, flow control and energy solutions at our company owned facilities. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Hayward also has facilities in Tennessee, Arizona, and Rhode Island as well as Canada, Spain, France, Australia, and China.

Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support for CAT Controllers and other Hayward Commercial products via phone, email, and in person.
• Conduct technical trainings for commercial customers, partners, and internal staff — both in-person and online.
• Manage and maintain the Commercial Training Hub facility in Atlanta, ensuring it is prepared for product demonstrations, classes, and hands-on training.
• Assist with troubleshooting water chemistry issues related to pH, ORP, and sanitization on commercial pools using CAT Controllers.
• Develop and update training materials, presentations, and technical documentation.
• Support the Commercial Aquatics sales and service teams with technical product knowledge and field support when needed.
• Participate in conferences and customer site visits as required.
• Stay current with industry trends, product developments, and advancements in pool chemistry control technology.

Qualifications:

• Solid understanding of swimming pool water chemistry, including ORP, and other key water balance parameters.
• CPO (Certified Pool Operator) certification preferred (or ability to obtain).
• Previous experience with CAT Controllers, or similar automated pool water chemistry control systems, is highly desirable.
• Strong presentation and public speaking skills — comfortable leading training sessions for groups of various sizes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Customer service mindset with ability to build rapport with clients and partners.
• Organized and detail-oriented with ability to manage training schedules and resources.
• Ability to travel occasionally for off-site trainings, trade shows, and customer support.