What are the responsibilities and job description for the CE- AQUATICS TECHNICIAN position at Coppell, City of (TX)?
Dive Into Your Next Career Opportunity – Aquatics Technician at The CORE!
Are you a lifeguard or aquatics professional looking to take your skills to the next level? The City of Coppell is looking for an Aquatics Technician to join our team at The CORE! This hands-on role is perfect for someone ready to expand their expertise in pool operations, water chemistry, and facility maintenance.
In this role, you’ll serve on the team responsible for keeping our aquatic systems running smoothly, from maintaining pool filtration and chemical levels to troubleshooting pumps, motors, and UV systems. You’ll work closely with staff to ensure a safe, clean, and high-quality aquatic environment for our community. If you’re eager to learn, grow, and develop your technical skills in a dynamic setting, we want to hear from you!
This position offers opportunities to earn industry certifications like CPO or AFO within six months of hire. Ready to take the plunge? Apply today!
Opportunity Description
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Schedule Commitment
Works a standard 40-hour work week with the ability to work 4 10-hour shifts Wednesday-Saturday.
Pay Plan
This opportunity is non-exempt and on Pay Grade #10. The full Pay Grade Range is shown for growth and development opportunities within the grade.
Salary determination is supported by budget availability and qualifications of the candidate to maintain internal equity.
Hiring Range: $24.44-$29.94- Min $24.44 ($50,842)
- Mid $29.94 ($62,275)
- Max $35.44 ($73,708)
This is our anticipated plan and is subject to change.
- March 7-23: Accepting Applications
- March 24-28: Application Material Review and Technical Phone Screenings
- March 31-April 4: Candidates invited to move forward in the next step of our hiring process will be invited to complete a DISC Assessment and participate in a panel interview.
- April 14-18: Interview Experience
- For application support, or to check the status of your application, contact the Employee Experience Team by calling 972-304-3699.
Experience
- High School Diploma/GED
- Experience with the operation of small hand and power tools
- Possession of CPO or AFO, or the ability to obtain within 6 months post-hire
- Certified Pool Operator (CPO) by the National Swimming Pool Foundation
- Aquatic Facility Operator" (AFO) by the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA)
- Valid State of Texas Driver's License with a good driving record
- Aquatics related maintenance experience, such as pump repairs and chemical monitoring is preferred
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Knowledge- Knowledge of automated pool systems such as UV and chemical controllers.
- Knowledge of the operation of a personal computer, calculator, photocopier, facsimile machine, telephone, public address system, lamination machines, and other basic office equipment.
- Knowledge of small hand tools used for minor repairs or adjustments.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Ability to write reports and general business correspondence.
- Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret pool chemistry test kits.
- Ability to operate a computerized pool filtration and chemistry system.
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
- Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
- Ability to resolve conflict diplomatically while being flexible and creative in problem-solving.
Coppell Community Experiences is comprised of the following facilities and areas of responsibility:
- Facilities
- The CORE (recreation and aquatic center)
- Wagon Wheel Tennis & Pickleball Center
- Coppell Senior & Community Center at Grapevine Springs
- Cozby Library & Community Commons
- Biodiversity Education Center
- Coppell Arts Center
- Rolling Oaks Memorial Center
- Park Operations
- Parks, playgrounds, and trails
- Ball fields and medians
- Community Engagement
- Marketing and Communications
- Special Events
- Coppell Community Garden
- Coppell Farmers Market
- Day Camps (summer and holiday breaks)
- Adult Athletics
Salary : $24 - $30
