Rec Aide- Pool Operator

Wilson is a city of around 50,000 people located in the heart of eastern North Carolina. We are about an hour from the Research Triangle and the buzz of the Raleigh area, and you can also quickly reach the North Carolina beaches. The City of Wilson is known for innovation and outstanding service. We have top-rated, nationally accredited police, fire and recreation departments. Our parks and sports facilities are among the best in the nation, and our Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park is a unique and beautiful attraction that hosts concerts, farmers markets and the N.C. Whirligig Festival among other events. We are in the process of building a downtown field to host a Milwaukee Brewers minor league team starting in 2026. Wilson has the strongest manufacturing base in our part of the state, including tire manufacturing, pharmaceutical and other industries. The Greenlight citywide broadband services help technology-based companies flourish.

This position assists the Aquatics Supervisor in the day to day operation and maintenance of the citys swimming pools and aquatics facilities. Major Duties

• Maintains safety and cleanliness of pool area and/or facility; tests and maintains chemical balances in pools; adjusts chemicals based on test results; vacuums, sweeps and cleans pools, deck areas, diving boards, entry ways, sidewalks and other fixtures.
• Monitors and maintains equipment and facilities; provides repair and/or servicing of pool equipment, flooring, surfaces, and other equipment of assigned area.
• Assists with the order of all equipment, products, and supplies pertaining to swimming pools.
• Monitors supplies and equipment inventory; evaluates and determines supply needs; prepares purchase requests and/or purchases items within established guidelines.
• Manage records and information in any format, in accordance with applicable statutes, regulations and City policy, guidance and records retention schedule.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by Aquatics Supervisor/Parks Manager.

Guidelines

• Guidelines include department standard operating procedures and relevant city, state, and federal codes, laws, and regulations. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application.

Supervisory/Management Responsibility

• Rec Aide- Lifeguard 1 & 2
• Rec Aide- Head Lifeguard

Education/Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED and 2 years of pool operator experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
• Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification from the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance (PHTA) or Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) certification from the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA);
• Lifeguarding with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid certification from the American Red Cross.

Knowledge Requirements

• Knowledge of the principles, practices, materials, and equipment used in the maintenance of a swimming pool.
• Knowledge of safe swimming practices.
• Knowledge of department and city policies and procedures and relevant federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Skill in the operation of computers and other standard office equipment.
• Skill in planning, organization, and decision making.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

Other Requirements

• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of North Carolina for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

The work is typically performed in an office or in and around a swimming pool while intermittently sitting, standing, walking, or swimming. The employee may be exposed to much noise, machinery with moving parts, and irritating chemicals.