Pool Mechanic

 Pool Mechanic Essential Functions

• Installs, maintains, and repairs swimming pool water pump equipment and systems by dismantling, replacing, reassembling, and adjusting equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Maintains water chemistry by using various chemicals to conform to City of Dallas health codes.
• Maintains all pool masonry to ensure safe tile, coping stone, deck, and pool surfaces to maintain the physical appearance of pools.
• Examines swimming pool water pump systems to identify operation defects by listening to machine in operation and other water tracking methods.
• Performs preventive maintenance checks on plumbing fixtures including repair of pipes, open clogged drains, replaces washers on leaky faucets in water lines, ice water drinking systems, sanitary soap dispensing and sewer systems using a variety of plumbers tools and measuring and testing devices.
• Repairs/replaces surrounding fence of steps on ladders on pools or Guard stands to maintain the physical appearance and overall condition of swimming pools.
• Cleans and paints large filter tanks, buildings, pool, and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Performs other duties as assigned. Working Conditions & Hazards:- Normal working conditions for the plumbing trade. - Exposes to all weather conditions. - Subject to possible strain and injury from lifting heavy parts and working around mechanical and power-operated equipment. - Subject to possible serious injury or death from handling hazardous chemicals and materials (i.e. chlorine gas).

Minimum Qualifications

• Two years of pool/fountain mechanical maintenance experience.
• Requires knowledge of water chemistry, chemical control systems, and general plumbing skills. Must have valid driver's license and good driving record.
• This position requires availability to work evenings and weekends and is subject to 24-hour emergency call and inclement weather.
• Certified Pool Operator's Certificate is a plus.
• High school or equivalent.