Pool Maintenance Worker

Organization: City of Port Coquitlam
Job Title: 24-160c – Pool Maintenance Worker (Casual)
Job Type: Casual

Description:
24-160c – Pool Maintenance Worker (Casual)

Find out why our AMAZING employees love working for the City of Port Coquitlam!
Affectionately known as “PoCo”, we are an award-winning values-based organization made up of a diverse and dedicated team of people who care deeply about the community they serve.

This is semi-skilled work involving the operation, maintenance, janitorial and care of recreation complex, which includes indoor and outdoor pools and associated buildings and facilities. An employee of this class maintains assigned facilities according to prescribed standards to ensure a safe and high-quality environment and performs routine maintenance and repairs of facility equipment. In addition, the incumbent provides guidance and direction to a small group of subordinates engaged in building maintenance and janitorial duties. Duties are performed in accordance with established practices and procedures, but an incumbent exercises some independence of action and judgement in the performance of routine duties on a day to day basis, referring complex or unusual problems to a superior who reviews work performance periodically in terms of conformance to established standards, practices and procedures and effectiveness of services provided

Some of the key responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:Performs janitorial and custodial duties, ensuring that the facilities are maintained at an established level of cleanliness and sanitation at all times, operates janitorial equipment such as vacuums, scrubbers, polishers and other related equipment; clears snow and ice and minor grounds maintenance associated with the facility
Inspects, maintains, adjusts and operates a variety of pool equipment and facility equipment including pumps, valves, chlorinators, chlorine tanks, heating units, filters, pipes, meters and motors necessary to ensure the water quality and effective operation of the facility; reports problems or unusual readings, etc. to a supervisor; assists in problem solving and troubleshooting
Performs a variety of semi-skilled building and equipment maintenance duties and minor repair work such as rough carpentry, painting, routine plumbing and electrical problem solving; operates power tools as required

The successful candidate for this position will have:Grade 10, supplemented by technical courses related to the work plus minimum one (1) year recent, related experience working in a pool environment OR an equivalent combination of training and experience
5th Class Power Engineer’s Certificate of Competency (Boiler Endorsement)
Building Service Worker Certificate (approved minimum 30-hour course)
BCRPA Pool Operators Level I and II or equivalent training by other recognized provincial bodies.
Valid Class 5 Driver’s License for the Province of B.C.

Why should you consider working for us?An hourly starting wage of $35.58 (2024 rate of pay), plus 12% in lieu of vacation and statutory holiday pay
We take our work seriously but not ourselves
We have a positive attitude about the work we perform
We care deeply about our community
Our organization is the ideal size for you to make a difference and have an impact
We have a strong learning culture and want our people to grow and succeed
We are a living wage employer

Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply online by December 19, 2024, at www.portcoquitlam.ca/cityjobs quoting competition number 24-160c.

The City wishes to thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those to be interviewed will be contacted.

To be considered for this position, all certifications and licenses need to be uploaded with your resume and cover letter.

The City of Port Coquitlam will conduct a criminal record check.

Education : Other trades certificate or diploma
Experience : Experience an asset