Wave & Lagoon Maintenance Technician

Dsrt surf; Palm Desert (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

DSRT SURF in Palm Desert, CA is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician to keep our wave equipment, lagoon, and grounds running safely and reliably. You will own wavegarden equipment maintenance, lagoon upkeep, and general facilities tasks to ensure a premier guest experience from day one.

Ideal candidates bring experience with maintenance systems, hand and power tools, and a strong mechanical mindset. The role is on-site, full-time or part-time, with outdoor work in varied desert conditions

Qualifications

• Experience in facilities maintenance, pool or aquatics, or property operations.
• Knowledge of maintenance systems, tools, lubrication, and general repairs.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and willingness to learn wave equipment systems.
• Experience safely using hand tools and power tools.
• Comfortable working around water, outdoors in varying weather.
• Reliability, attention to detail, and adaptability.
• Certifications in OSHA, pool/aquatics, mechanical, HVAC or electrical are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Wavegarden equipment with routine lubrication and preventive maintenance.
• Inspect and report issues to Facilities leadership.
• Support maintenance programs for wave systems with Facilities and Surf Operations.
• Keep accurate maintenance logs for wave equipment servicing.
• Perform lagoon vacuuming and debris removal to maintain water clarity.
• Monitor lagoon equipment and support water quality protocols with Safety and Surf Operations teams.
• Perform general facilities cleanup and upkeep of outdoor spaces.
• Assist with event setup, breakdown, and on-call support as needed.
• Complete repairs including carpentry, painting, drywall, and fixtures as required.
• Respond to maintenance requests and emergencies in a timely manner.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Hand tools

Water/lagoon environment

Reliability

Safety procedures

Education

OSHA certification

Pool/Aquatics certification

Tools

Greasing tools

Maintenance logs

Lagoon vacuuming equipment

Job description

DSRT SURF in Palm Desert, CA is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician to keep our wave equipment, lagoon, and grounds running safely and reliably. You will own wavegarden equipment maintenance, lagoon upkeep, and general facilities tasks to ensure a premier guest experience from day one.

Ideal candidates bring experience with maintenance systems, hand and power tools, and a strong mechanical mindset. The role is on-site, full-time or part-time, with outdoor work in varied desert conditions