Swimming Pool Technician
About The Position
Ready to turn your summer into sunshine, fresh air, and poolside fun—and get paid for it? Wake County Environmental Health & Safety is looking for energetic seasonal team members who’d rather be out enjoying North Carolina’s beautiful summers than stuck behind a desk. The Wake County Environmental Health & Safety team is seeking seasonal employees to help us with the more than 1,400 public swimming pools in Wake County including city, apartment, and neighborhood facilities. The Swimming Pool Technician (Environmental Health Technician) is responsible for protecting public health through the routine inspection of public swimming pools in Wake County by enforcing local regulations. In this role, you will be able to travel to various pools throughout the county and every day will be a little different. Those with current or prior experience working around swimming pools such as experience using pH or chemical test kits or experience working as a lifeguard are encouraged to apply! At the heart of the Wake County Public Health department is a dedicated team of professionals committed to protecting and improving the health of our community. We bring together expertise in communicable disease control, environmental health, health education, school health, clinical services, and population health to deliver responsive and equitable services. With a shared mission of promoting wellness, preventing disease, and ensuring access to essential services, we work collaboratively with partners and residents to build a healthier, more resilient community for all of Wake County. Home to the State Capital, Wake County is one of the fastest growing areas in the nation and the most populous county in the state, with more than 1.1 million residents. The County has received national and international rankings and accolades from publications such as Money, Fortune, and Time magazines as being one of the best places to live, work and play. The central location of the County allows for a short drive to the spectacular mountains or coast. Wake County Government is governed by a seven-member Board of Commissioners, who are elected at-large to serve two-year terms. Wake County Government has a general operating budget of $1.874 billion, employs over 4400 employees, experiences minimal turnover, and is an award-winning leader in wellness and technology initiatives; such as offering employees and covered spouses free access to the Employee Health Center. Wake County Government offers a wide range of training and development opportunities, a stable career in public service with a balance of work and family life, flexible work schedules and a competitive salary and benefits package.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- No specific experience required
- Valid NC Driver’s License and a “safe” driving record
- Equivalent education and experience are accepted
- Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.
- Comfort working around pools, spas and wading pools
- Ability to accurately perform visual inspections of color sampling kits used to determine proper Chlorine and pH levels
- Ability to drive to numerous locations within Wake County to perform visual and physical inspections of facilities
- Ability to work around chemical test kits and irritant chemicals
- Ability to work outside in varying weather conditions
Nice To Haves
- Candidates currently working towards a degree or have already obtained a degree in a related program such as Environmental Health, Science, Natural Resources, Biology, etc.
- Current or prior experience working around swimming pools such as experience using pH or chemical test kits or experience working as a lifeguard
Responsibilities
- Inspect public swimming pools, spas and wading pools using chemical test kits to perform testing of Chlorine and pH levels
- Verify complete and accurate records of activities by Certified Pool Operators by reviewing daily records kept at the facility
- Determine violations through inspections that could adversely affect public health and safety
- Suspend permits for violations per local rules and regulations
- Perform check list and physical inspections of all listed items on Wake County Swimming Pool Inspection Form
- Conduct face-to-face meetings with operators
- Investigate complaints of swimming pools
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
