Job Description
Job DescriptionDescription:
POSITION SUMMARY: Join the YMCA team as a Certified Pool Operator, where you’ll help create a safe and welcoming aquatic environment for all. You’ll maintain pool systems, keep facilities clean and safe, and ensure members enjoy a positive and fun experience every time they visit.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Operate and maintain pool systems, equipment, and water quality
- Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance
- Ensure all facilities, equipment, and chemicals meet safety and code requirements
- Oversee annual and emergency shutdowns and repairs
- Maintain clean, safe, and sanitary pool areas and storage spaces
- Test and balance water chemistry; service safety equipment
- Report maintenance issues and keep leadership informed of significant concerns
- Support other duties as needed to ensure smooth pool operations
YMCA PART-TIME BENEFITS OVERVIEW: At the YMCA, we invest in our people so they can better serve our communities. Our part-time employees enjoy a supportive, inclusive work environment with valuable benefits that reflect our mission and core values.
- Complimentary YMCA Membership
- Flexible Scheduling
- Professional Development
- Retirement Benefits
- Employee Resource Groups
YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):
Mission Advancement: Accepts and demonstrates the Ys values. Demonstrates a desire to serve others and fulfill community needs. Recruits volunteers and builds effective, supportive working relationships with them. Supports fund-raising.
Collaboration: Works effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, opinions, and perceptions. Builds rapport and relates well to others. Seeks first to understand the other person’s point of view and remains calm in challenging situations. Listens for understanding and meaning; speaks and writes effectively. Takes initiative to assist in developing others
Operational Effectiveness: Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another. Embraces new approaches and discovers ideas to create a better member experience.
Establishes goals, clarifies tasks, plans work and actively participates in meetings. Follows budgeting policies and procedures and reports all financial irregularities immediately. Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
Personal Growth: Pursues self-development that enhances job performance. Demonstrates an openness to change and seeks opportunities in the change process. Accurately assesses personal feelings, strengths and limitations and how they impact relationships. Has the functional and technical knowledge and skills required to perform well; uses best practices and demonstrates up-to-date knowledge and skills in technology.
The YMCA of Southeastern NC does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, faith, gender, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, sexual preference, gender identity, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies.
The Y: We’re for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.
Requirements:
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Current North Carolina Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certificate from the Pool and Hot Tub Alliance
- Willingness and ability to work early mornings, evenings, and weekends
- Strong knowledge of public pool safety and health codes, as well as proper procedures for storing, handling, and using toxic chemicals
- Minimum of 2 years of experience working as a Certified Pool Operator
CORE COMPENTENCIES:
- Demonstrates responsibility, reliability, and honesty
- Works effectively as part of a team, collaborating with supervisors and aquatic staff
- Communicates clearly and professionally with members, coworkers, and supervisors
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
1. Must be able to see, hear, and speak clearly.
2. Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.
3. Must be in good health, able to bend, stand, stoop, walk, climb and work outside in all terrain and weather conditions for extended periods of time.
4. Must be able to comprehend and communicate written and or verbal instructions.
5. Comfortable working at heights and around water.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement: The YMCA provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws. If you require accommodation to complete the application process or to perform essential job functions, please contact Human Resources.
YMCA SAFETY REQUIREMENTS:
CPR & First Aid – Must be able to complete and maintain certification in CPR and First Aid; able to assist individuals in need until professional help arrives.
Emergency Response – Ability to quickly identify emergency situations (medical, fire, environmental, etc.) and respond appropriately following established procedures.
Incident Management – Required to report all safety incidents and hazards immediately and accurately to supervisors.
Safe Environment – Commitment to maintaining a safe, clean, and hazard-free environment for all staff, members, and participants.
Physical Readiness – Must be able to perform physical tasks related to safety, including assisting individuals of various ages and physical abilities.
Compliance – Follow all YMCA safety protocols, OSHA standards, and state/local regulations as applicable.
Job Title: Certified Pool Operator
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Part Time
Pay Rate: $16 / Hour
Reports to: Director of Aquatic Safety
Availability: Monday - Saturday, 4PM - 8PM
Equal Opportunity Employer: The YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve.