Aquatic Pool Maintenance Associate

TITLE:                                             
Aquatic Pool Maintenance Associate
 
SUPERVISOR:                                
Facility Specialist Lead
 
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:  
High School graduate preferred. 
Must be at least 18 years of age.              
 
QUALIFICATIONS:                      
No experience necessary. Training will be provided. 
Must have a valid Illinois Driver’s license.
 
HOURS:   
20-30 hours per week
Weekday and weekend work schedules available
7:00 am - 11:00 am Tuesday - Saturday or Sunday - Thursday
Shift to be completed anytime between close of business and open for business next day depending on facility schedule and departmental needs.                                               
 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:                                  
- Ensures pools, water features decks, concessions areas, walks, stairways, slides, pump house and all indoor maintenance areas are clean and safe.
- Vacuum indoor and outdoor pool.
- Test chlorine and ph levels at indoor and outdoor pool.
- Assists Recreation Facility Maintenance Manager with season opening/closing tasks.
- Become familiar with methods, materials, tools and equipment used in facility and pool maintenance work.
- Move materials and supplies within the facility as directed.
- Performs the job safely and in compliance with Park District policies, procedures, work and safety rules.
- Supports and exhibits the established organizational values of respect, communication, integrity, innovation, recognition, continuous learning, fun, empowerment and people.
- Work as scheduled.
- Present positive image and attitude to public and staff and willingness to assist as needed.
- Perform other duties or special projects as assigned.

RATE OF PAY: $14.00 - $18.00 an hour

BENEFITS: Seasonal Staff have an Individual Outdoor Pool Membership and Individual Health & Fitness Membership (which includes use of the indoor pool) during the employment period.

PHYSICAL
REQUIREMENTS: In order to perform the essential and marginal functions of this
position, the worker must be able to:
Sitting.............................................frequently
Walking.............................................frequently
Strength.....................................medium(20-50 lbs)
Climbing..........................................occasionally
Balancing.........................................occasionally
Stooping..........................................occasionally
Kneeling..........................................occasionally
Crouching.........................................occasionally
Crawling...........................................not present
Reaching............................................frequently
Handling............................................frequently
Fingering...........................................frequently
Feeling.............................................frequently

PSYCHOLOGICAL
CONSIDERATIONS: Employee must maintain a positive working relationship with Managers, Supervisors, co-workers and the general public.
Employee must posses the ability to deal with residents, staff and job responsibilities under stressful conditions.

ENVIRONMENTAL
CONSIDERATIONS: Employee may be exposed to chemicals or other potentially
Dangerous materials utilized during routine maintenance procedures.
Employee may be exposed to natural and potentially extreme weather conditions.
Employee may be exposed to chemicals or other potentially dangerous materials utilized in the manufacturing of arts and crafts or routine maintenance supplies.

ENVIRONMENTAL
CONSIDERATIONS
(cont.): Employee may be exposed to noise distractions from employees or equipment operation in adjacent work areas.

COGNITIVE
CONSIDERATIONS: Employee must posses the ability to follow directions, communicate verbally and in writing.
Employee must possess good organization skills and the ability to read and understand printed material.
Employee must use good safety awareness and judgement in all aspects of the position.