Apprentice Pool Service Technician

Horizon Commercial Pools • Arden Hills, MN

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Horizon Commercial Pools is offering an Apprentice Pool Service Technician position in Arden Hills, MN, as part of their Registered Apprenticeship Program. This program is designed to train individuals with the right attitude and work ethic to become skilled, certified Pool Service Technicians, providing them with a paycheck and a nationally recognized credential. Apprentices will work alongside experienced technicians, learning repairs, installations, renovations, and maintenance on customer sites. The program offers year-round employment and paid, structured wage progression. Upon successful completion, apprentices earn a U.S. Department of Labor Certificate of Completion of Apprenticeship and convert to full Journey-level Pool Service Technician status.

Requirements

• Represent Horizon through Core Values: Humbly Authentic, Deeply Committed, and Driven Forward.
• Willingness to learn and follow safe operating procedures.
• Strong work ethic, coachability, and eagerness to build a trade skillset.
• Ability to effectively use tools and apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with guidance from mentors.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Reliable time management with a proven ability to show up and meet commitments.
• Ability to work well with others as part of a team.
• High school diploma or equivalent (or currently pursuing).
• Must meet minimum age requirement of 18.
• Must be able to frequently lift objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to frequently push or pull objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Requires the physical ability to use hands, arms, feet, and legs for repetitive movements, bending, squatting, and reaching.
• Requires the physical ability to function in exposure to marked changes in Midwest temperature, including humidity, rain, snow, and cold, and exposure to chemicals.
• Requires driving a vehicle with an acceptable driving record.
• Employees provide personal hand tools; the company provides power tools and specialty tools.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in plumbing, repair, HVAC, or pool/spa industries is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside experienced Journey-level Technicians learning repairs, installations, renovations, and maintenance on real customer sites.
• Participate in 288 hours of Related Technical Instruction (RTI) and 50 hours of Safety training.
• Develop competency in pool equipment repair, troubleshooting, and installation.
• Learn pool renovations and construction basics.
• Understand water chemistry and maintenance procedures.
• Adhere to safe operating procedures and proper tool use.
• Develop customer service and professional communication skills on-site.
• Drive a company vehicle to job sites.

Benefits

• Paid structured wage progression starting at $24/hour.
• 288 hours of Related Technical Instruction (RTI).
• 50 hours of Safety training.
• Nationally recognized Journeyworker credential issued by the U.S. Department of Labor upon successful completion.
• Dedicated mentor and structured skill checkpoints throughout the program.
• $175 annual footwear allowance after 60 days.
• Access to a company vehicle during the day to travel to job sites.
• Healthcare.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) match.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED