Aquatics Maintenance Technician (Park and Recreation [PKR] Dept., Non-Civil Service)

City of Dallas

11d•$24 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Under minimal supervision, the Aquatics Maintenance Technician repairs and maintains aquatic facilities—including swimming pools, waterparks, aquatic centers, spraygrounds, and public interactive water features—to ensure safe operation in accordance with state and local health standards in the City of Dallas Park and Recreation Department. The role includes maintaining water chemistry and clarity, pool equipment and surfaces, circulation and filtration systems, and facility amenities. The technician also performs inspections, winterization, preventive maintenance, and required documentation. The position involves working outdoors in varied temperatures and inclement weather, in wet conditions and with varied water temperatures. The technician may be exposed to pool chemicals such as chlorine and muriatic acid and to injury risks while maintaining mechanical equipment. Physical activities include lifting and carrying supplies and equipment, standing, walking, bending, climbing, dragging, and pushing. Weekend, evening, and holiday work may be required depending on the season; the role may require 24-hour on-call availability.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Two years of experience in the maintenance and repair of aquatic facilities.
Texas Class C driver’s license.
Knowledge of state and local codes and health standards related to aquatic facilities.
Knowledge of plumbing, electrical work, concrete work, and painting.
Knowledge of methods, materials, and equipment used in aquatic facility operation and maintenance.
Knowledge of pool filtration systems and ability to maintain them.
Knowledge of safety practices for working around heavy mechanical equipment and hazardous materials such as chlorine and muriatic acid.
Knowledge of water chemistry and chemical control systems.
Ability to program, calibrate, and maintain automated chemical control systems.
Ability to use light equipment, including vacuum pumps, power tools, and hand tools.
Ability to troubleshoot and perform basic maintenance on pool heating systems.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with management, city officials, vendors, other government agencies, employees, and the public.
Ability to perform physical activities including lifting and carrying supplies and equipment, standing, walking, bending, climbing, dragging, and pushing.

Nice To Haves

Certified Pool Operator certification or Aquatic Facility Operator certification.

Responsibilities

Perform routine and emergency maintenance and repairs on pumps, motors, chemical feeders and controllers, autofill systems, backwash filters, pool surfaces, waterslides, play structures, and other pool equipment.
Test water quality, diagnose issues, calculate and add chemicals, and maintain water chemistry and clarity in accordance with state and local health standards.
Handle, store, and use pool chemicals and other hazardous materials according to manufacturer and environmental guidelines.
Maintain pool masonry, including plaster, tile, coping stone, concrete decks, and other pool surfaces, to support patron safety and facility appearance.
Inspect and troubleshoot aquatic facility water circulation and filtration systems to identify operational defects.
Maintain and repair aquatic facility amenities and equipment, including ladders, lifeguard stands, climbing walls, diving boards, waterslides, and play features.
Winterize equipment and perform preventive maintenance to preserve and extend the lifespan of facility features and equipment.
Inspect aquatic facilities for hazards.
Complete inspection checklists, inventories, and other required documents.
Perform related tasks to support team results and department goals.