Lead Recreation Technician
About The Position
The Lead Recreation Technician supports day-to-day fitness, recreation, pool, and facility operations at the Bronco Recreation and Intramural Complex (BRIC). Under general supervision from the Facility Maintenance Manager, the role supports the Operations Supervisor of Facilities & Equipment and the Associate Director of Operations. The work includes complex routine and non-routine assignments requiring specialized knowledge, relevant experience, independent judgment, and decision-making. Attendance at all mandatory department-wide and position-specific trainings is required. The position assists with equipment and facility maintenance, team supervision and training, operational scheduling, software and data management, procurement, reporting, and enforcement of BRIC rules and safety procedures. The schedule is 15–20 hours per week, with shifts based on organizational operational needs; work during academic breaks is expected. Employment is open to eligible Cal Poly Pomona students who meet the stated enrollment, work eligibility, and academic-standing criteria. The role is designated sensitive and requires a satisfactory background check before employment begins. ASI employees are mandated reporters under applicable California law. The campus is smoke- and tobacco-free. The work environment includes exposure to bloodborne pathogens and potentially hazardous airborne contaminants; a respirator must be worn to maintain appropriate chemical levels at the BRIC pool.
Requirements
- Current American Red Cross CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, Administering Emergency Oxygen, and Bloodborne Pathogens certifications are required within 30 days of hire; training is provided by ASI.
- Certified Pool & Spa Operator (CPO) certification required at hire.
- 6–12 months of leadership experience required.
- 3–6 months of experience working with tools and troubleshooting equipment required.
- Ability to follow routine verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing.
- Ability to maintain professional work conduct.
- Ability to make independent decisions and recommendations.
- Ability to adhere to work rules, follow directions, use time effectively, and work productively without close supervision.
- Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse student population and campus community.
- Ability to operate a computer workstation using word processing, spreadsheet, and other computer applications.
- Must satisfactorily complete a background check, including a criminal records check, before beginning employment.
- Must be an eligible Cal Poly Pomona student with legal authorization to work in the United States and meet the stated enrollment and academic-standing requirements; exceptions to enrollment requirements apply in summer and to students who have applied for graduation in the current term.
- Must attend all mandatory department-wide and position-specific trainings.
- Must sign an acknowledgment of mandated reporter status and legal duty to report child abuse and neglect.
- Must wear a respirator to maintain appropriate chemical levels at the BRIC pool when exposed to hazardous airborne contaminants.
Responsibilities
- Assist in maintaining fitness equipment functionality and operation.
- Assist with developing and implementing equipment preventive maintenance and technical operational strategies.
- Assist in supervising, recruiting, and training team members.
- Assist with scheduling recreation equipment maintenance, including repairing or replacing sporting nets and maintaining equipment holders, storage devices, and divider curtains.
- Assist with scheduling basic fitness equipment maintenance, including preventive care and small repairs for cardio, sectorized, and strength equipment.
- Assist with scheduling pool maintenance, including pool vacuuming, daily equipment and pool chemistry checks, and advanced troubleshooting.
- Assist with scheduling technical equipment maintenance for lockers, key management systems, minor fixtures, facility turnstiles, and large appliances.
- Assist with the BRIC’s day-to-day operations.
- Assist in managing, developing, and implementing software platforms.
- Follow organizational, local, state, and national industry-standard operating procedures and safety protocols.
- Assist in managing electronically collected data.
- Assist in leading and attending department-wide and position-specific meetings and trainings.
- Assist in assigning work through maintenance management software.
- Assist in reviewing and updating area standard operating procedures.
- Assist with procuring supplies, equipment, and services and tracking area expenditures.
- Evaluate facility, program, and process efficiencies.
- Prepare and present facility, program, and process reports and trends.
- Enforce rules and regulations regarding BRIC use.
- Maintain a professional appearance and attitude and a high standard of customer service.
- Report basic facility maintenance and custodial needs.
- Complete appropriate activity logs and reports.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
