Maintenance Technician - Aquatics & Arena

City of Eagan•Eagan Civic Arena, MN

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join the City of Eagan as a Maintenance Technician for our Aquatics & Arena facilities! The City of Eagan is on the lookout for a dedicated Maintenance Technician to keep our spaces clean, safe, and welcoming for everyone. You'll use top-notch equipment for cleaning and maintenance tasks at the Civic Arena and Cascade Bay Waterpark. This is a 40-hour per week position, with a primary schedule of nights and weekends from 2pm - 10pm, though flexibility in the days of the week is expected. Work hours may vary based on seasonal work priorities, including daytime, evenings, Saturdays, and Sundays at different times of the calendar year. The role develops, implements, performs, and schedules all maintenance and custodial duties associated with the Aquatic park and Civic Arena.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license.
Certified pool operator and/or aquatic facilities operator within 6 months of employment.
Demonstrate ability to work with mechanical functions.
Class “C” Boilers license or the ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.
2 years of experience in building repair and maintenance.

Nice To Haves

Certificate in HVAC.
Experience in swimming pool filtration equipment, chemical systems, and pump systems functions.
Two years of experience in arena and pool maintenance.
Knowledge of: Maintaining a commercial facility setting or local government facility.
Knowledge of: Operation of various pumps, motors, HVAC, plumbing, Geothermal and cleaning systems and procedures.
Knowledge of: Minnesota OSHA requirements.
Skills in: Working effectively with the public and fellow employees.
Skills in: General maintenance including plumbing, doors and hardware.
Skills in: Repairing and maintaining water slides.
Skills in: Painting and finishing.
Ability to: Work independently on maintenance projects and repairs.
Ability to: Work with mechanical functions.
Indirect Supervision: Provide work directions to seasonal and part-time employees.

Responsibilities

Develops and implements the preventative maintenance program for pool equipment, water play features, buildings, and pool surfaces for the Aquatic Facility; performs repairs as appropriate.
Responsible for startup and season end closing of the Aquatic Facility equipment.
Performs maintenance on the Aquatic Facility filtration pumps, motors, and chemical systems to ensure proper operation and water quality of the pools.
Maintain proper pool chemistry to ensure Ph. and chlorine levels are kept at Minnesota state standards.
Responsible for the custodial functions of the Aquatic Facility and Civic Arena including locker rooms, restrooms, mechanical rooms, and grounds.
Provides light duty repair or upkeep of doors, plumbing fixtures, and maintenance equipment.
Provides work direction to seasonal Aquatic Facility and Civic Arena maintenance staff.
Perform Civic Arena building and equipment repairs on refrigeration, desiccant dehumidifier, hot water heaters, and all pumps.
Operates an electric ice resurfacer and maintains ice surface and ice equipment.
Responsible for assisting in janitorial functions at the civic arena and aquatic facility.
Responsible in the installation and removal of ice sheets and indoor turf at the Civic Arena.
Provides work training and direction to part-time Arena and pool employees – including ice resurfacer drivers and maintenance staff.
Contributes to an effective work climate for employee motivation and productivity through positive reinforcement, recognition, team building, and job enrichment.
Operates and maintain equipment washing machines, skate sharpeners, and cleaning equipment.
Keeps Supervisors informed of daily work accomplishments, problems, new developments, and status of operations.
Requisitions supplies, materials, and services for the Aquatic Facility’s and Civic Arena’s operations.
Performs other functions as assigned.
Develops and maintains facility work plans to prioritize short-term and long-term maintenance projects based on available resources.