Pool Operator

Become part of a great team! The City of Hillsboro is searching for a Certified Pool Operator at our Shute Park Aquatic & Recreation Center (SHARC). SHARC is striving to provide the best overall recreation experience in the area.

We are one of the most well rounded facilities to work at as a Certified Pool Operator (CPO). You gain experience working with both indoor and outdoor pools, a warm water pool, spa pool and water features, including a 115 foot slide. SHARC also has a full fitness component, including group exercise rooms, strength training and cardio fitness rooms. The current Pool Operator schedule is as follows: Sunday from 5:30 am - 2 pm; Monday from 4:30 am - 1 pm; Tuesday - Thursday: 9:30 am - 6 pm; Off Friday & Saturday. The schedule is subject to change based on facility needs. The primary responsibility is to have the building and pools in order and ready for opening at 5:30 am. This includes vacuuming the pools, checking the pool chemicals and making adjustments as necessary, checking email and maintenance logs and addressing issues needing attention, and completing a walk-through inspection of the facility, all before opening time.

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

Under the direction of assigned supervisor, the Pool Operator performs duties in support of the operation and maintenance of the citys pool facilities and as assigned, may serve as a lead worker making work assignments and monitoring the completion of work. Responsibilities may include providing customer service; monitoring facilities and sites for safety and cleanliness; overseeing and providing training instruction and/or content; performing routine maintenance of facilities and sites; setting up and tearing down for special events; and maintaining the order of the facilities.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS (For use in a job series only)

Positions in this class perform duties in support of the operation and maintenance of the citys pool facilities and as assigned, may serve as a lead worker making work assignments and monitoring the completion of work. This class differs from the higher-level Parks Maintenance Coordinator class that performs supervisory-level activities and perform the work of subordinates in support of maintenance and operations activities and directives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, AND TASKS:

The following list of functions, duties, and tasks is typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform other closely related or department-specific functions, duties, and tasks from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Maintains the safety and cleanliness of the recreation area and/or facility; tests and maintains chemical balances in pools; adjusts chemicals based on test results; vacuums, sweeps, and cleans pools, deck areas, slides, diving boards, entry ways, sidewalks, and other fixtures; washes windows; cleans and vacuums carpets and upholstery.
• Monitors and maintains equipment and facilities; provides repair, painting, and/or servicing of showers, toilets, pool equipment, flooring, surfaces, heating and cooling equipment, exercise equipment, and other equipment of the assigned area. Factors repair expenses in determining repair options.
• Organizes and maintains documentation of work activities, repairs, purchases, and other required records and files.
• Monitors supplies and equipment inventory; evaluates and determines supply needs; prepares purchase requests, and/or purchases items within established guidelines.
• May serve as a lead worker in making work assignments and monitoring the completion of work.
• Manages records and information in any format, in accordance with applicable statutes, regulations, and city policies, guidance, and records retention schedules.
• Installs and repairs mechanical equipment, pumps, motors, and pressure lines, including the inspection of the integrity of mechanical components.

OTHER DUTIES:

• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

(At time of application)

Knowledge of:

• Applicable laws and codes related to pool maintenance
• Applicable mechanical, electrical, heating, and plumbing systems
• Tools and methods used in installation and maintenance of pool mechanical equipment
• Mathematical concepts
• Safe work practices
• Modern office equipment, including computer use and relevant software
• Chemical balancing of pool water

Skills and Abilities to:

• Relate well, communicate, and work effectively with diverse groups of stakeholders who represent a range of ethnic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds
• Engage in growth, learning, and self-awareness related to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Learn how to communicate about diversity, equity, and inclusion, principles and put them into practice
• Provide positive and effective customer service
• Interpret and apply applicable laws and codes related to pool maintenance
• Monitor and troubleshoot relevant equipment issues
• Utilize tools and equipment in providing relevant repair work
• Identify problems or potential issues and recommending solutions
• Test pool chemicals and adjusting chemical balance
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of facility, facility areas, and equipment
• Adhere to safe work practices
• Monitor inventory
• Order and replenish supplies and equipment
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

JOB QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS:

( At time of application and in addition to the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed above .)

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or GED; and two 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.

LICENSE(S) / CERTIFICATIONS:

• Valid, current Drivers License and safe driving record
• Pool Operator or Aquatic Facility Operator certification
• CPR and First Aid certification

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

( Must be performed with or without reasonable accommodations )

• This position works primarily outdoors in the field, exposed to weather
• This is a Safety Sensitive position - this position/classification impacts safety of the employee and the safety of others as a result of performing that job
• Positions in this class typically require climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions with or without reasonable accommodation
• Medium Work: Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally (up to 1/3 of workday), and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of workday), and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly (2/3 or more of workday) to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work
• Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dust, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, intense noises, travel, and environmental conditions