Certified Pool Operator

About the role

The Certified Pool Operator is responsible for ensuring the safe, clean, and efficient operation of the Student Recreation Center aquatic facilities in compliance with Oregon Health Authority (OHA) Public Aquatic Facility Rules and OSHA regulations. This role maintains proper water quality, oversees sanitation of the pools, spa, and surrounding areas, and performs routine and preventative maintenance on pumps, motors, filtration, chlorination, pH control, and UV systems. The position manages inventory of chemicals and equipment, coordinates annual maintenance activities during scheduled building closures relating to aquatics facilities, and ensures mechanical spaces remain organized and safe. The Certified Pool Operator conducts regular safety inspections, documents maintenance activities, and promptly addresses or isolates hazards. The role also involves coordinating with vendors, university facilities staff, and contractors for repairs or special projects. This position, in collaboration with leadership in the Aquatics area, will schedule, train, and supervise student employees who assist with deep cleaning and maintenance during academic breaks.

Minimum Requirements

• One year of experience as a maintenance or general laborer.
• Certified Pool Operator certification or Aquatic Facility Operator certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years of Aquatic Facility operations of commercial pools with more than 50,000 gallons and multiple bodies of water.
• Two years of experience maintaining commercial spas.

Professional Competencies

• Ability to follow written and oral communication regarding schedules, cleaning duties and cleaning products required of this position.
• Ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment with co-workers to create effective relationships for problem-solving.
• Ability to foster and maintain a respectful workplace and model a positive and proactive attitude.
• Ability to maintain a safe and safety-conscious workplace.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent attention to details.
• Superior customer service skills.
• Ability to respond to unexpected interruptions with flexibility and to re-prioritize work appropriately.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.