Trades Worker Aquatic Maintenance FT

Waukegan Park District•Waukegan, IL

22h•$24 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Performs various construction and building maintenance tasks at park district facilities and site amenities with emphasis on operation and maintenance of swimming pool mechanical systems. This position requires on-site presence and is not a remote role.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Minimum five (5) years of related construction and building maintenance trades experience.
General knowledge of operation and maintenance of swimming pool mechanical systems.
Skills in mechanical systems, carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and concrete/masonry.
Building construction techniques.
Knowledge of the principles, methods, tools, and equipment used in trades including operation of specialty tools and gauges required for monitoring and testing systems, including chemicals test kits.
Snow removal operations and use of equipment.
Valid and unrestricted driver’s license, not including vision restrictions requiring corrective lenses.
Certified Pool Operator (CPO) required within one (1) year of employment.
First Aid/CPR/AED certification required within one (1) year of employment.

Nice To Haves

Completion of an accredited apprenticeship/journeyman program in recognized trade preferred.
Experience in operation and maintenance of swimming pool mechanical systems preferred.
Trades Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance repairs throughout park district aquatic facilities.
Handle hazardous chemicals.
Perform regular inspections of swimming pool mechanical equipment including pumps, motors, filters, chemical feed systems, pool boilers, booster pumps, water slides, interactive water features and spray pads, etc.
Perform routine, preventive, and corrective maintenance of park facility and site amenities (recreation centers, athletic field facilities, picnic shelters, facility lighting, etc.) including, but not limited to, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, seasonal facility spring start-up and winter shut-down.
Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, preventative maintenance, repairs, chemical usage, and inspections.
Perform work related to general construction/remodeling projects.
Conduct estimate of equipment, supplies, and materials for purchase as needed.
Assist with preparation of project work schedules; prepare status reports of assigned jobs.
Communicate and coordinate with manufacturers and distributors on issues related to equipment, parts orders, and warranties.
Operate high-risk equipment such as heavy machinery.
Operate trucks, trailers, hand and power tools, and other maintenance and mechanical equipment.
Assist with monthly facility inspections, with the ability to identify necessary maintenance and repairs.
Perform work with independent contractors fulfilling service agreements.
Assist in coordinating emergency repairs as needed.
Assist with district snow removal operations, including plowing, blowing, shoveling, and salting of walkways and parking lots.
Assist with equipment maintenance, upkeep of tools, and work area housekeeping.
Travel independently.
Attend department and District meetings and training sessions.
Perform duties in compliance with established District policies and procedures.
Participate in District safety and training program to ensure that work performed and services provided are done safely.
Assist staff in the performance of their duties.
Assist staff with completion of work orders and special events.
Monitor expenditures within budget guidelines.
Serve on in-house committees.
Attend seminars and training workshops.
Perform other duties as assigned.