Swimming Pool Start-Up Technician

Luxury Pool Start-Up Technician – Delivering Crystal-Clear Results!

Start-Up Technician – The Final Touch to a Perfect Pool!

Location: Charleston, SC Area (In-Field, Local Candidates Only)

Salary: Competitive Pay: $20 - $25

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7 AM – 5 PM

What We Offer

⭐ Health, vision, and dental insurance (post-90 days).

⭐ 401(k) with employer match – Start planning for the future!

⭐ Paid time off & holidays – Because work-life balance matters.

⭐ Maternity & paternity leave options – Family comes first.

⭐ A supportive, professional, and FUN work environment where your contributions are valued.

Are you passionate about water chemistry, equipment calibration, and customer education? Do you enjoy working outdoors and playing a key role in the final phase of a pool's construction? At Aqua Blue Pools, we are looking for a Start-Up Technician to ensure our pools are operating flawlessly, chemically balanced, and ready to be enjoyed!

As the last technician on-site, you will configure and test equipment, balance chemicals, educate homeowners, and ensure a smooth handoff—leaving a lasting, positive impression. If you enjoy hands-on work, solving technical challenges, and making customers feel confident about their new pools, this is the role for you!

Why Join Aqua Blue Pools?

At Aqua Blue Pools, we're not just building pools—we're creating luxury outdoor experiences that families and homeowners will enjoy for years to come. Our values drive everything we do, and as a Start-Up Technician, you'll bring those values to life every day.

Optimism Drives Us – We tackle challenges with a solutions-first mindset, always finding ways to improve. Integrity is Our Foundation – We do what's right, follow through on promises, and build trust with every client.

Reliable & Trustworthy Results – We ensure every pool is clean, balanced, and functioning perfectly before handoff.

Customer-First Mentality – We educate and empower pool owners, making sure they feel confident in their investment.

Ownership & Initiative – We take responsibility, solve problems proactively, and never cut corners.

Diversity of Thought Makes Us Stronger – Different perspectives help us innovate, collaborate, and succeed as a team.

Resilience Fuels Success – We embrace challenges, adapt quickly, and ensure customer satisfaction every step of the way.

Join Aqua Blue Pools—where teamwork meets opportunity, and work feels like a day at the pool!

  What You'll Do (Your Day-to-Day)

As our Start-Up Technician, you'll be the final touch to ensure pools are clean, chemically balanced, and functioning perfectly. Your key responsibilities include:

Equipment Operation & Troubleshooting

✔ Configure, calibrate, and program pool automation systems, timers, valves, heaters, and chemistry controllers.

✔ Test all pool equipment to ensure proper functionality and troubleshoot issues as needed.

✔ Work with vendor reps (Pentair, Hayward, etc.) to resolve technical challenges.

Water Chemistry & Pool Cleaning

✔ Perform thorough cleaning: skimming, brushing, vacuuming, and filter maintenance.

✔ Monitor and adjust water chemistry, ensuring proper pH, chlorine, and other chemical levels.

✔ Identify and report plaster-related issues with proper documentation and photos.

Customer Training & Education 

✔ Conduct comprehensive customer orientations, ensuring clients understand their pool system and maintenance.

✔ Explain how to use automation apps, lighting, heating, and filtration schedules.

✔ Answer customer questions in a clear, professional, and friendly manner.

Customer Service & Communication

✔ Serve as the one of the final points of contact in the construction process, leaving a lasting, positive impression.

✔ Address and resolve customer concerns professionally and efficiently.

✔ Ensure customer satisfaction by being thorough, reliable, and approachable.

Vehicle Care & Inventory Management

✔ Maintain a clean, stocked, and organized work vehicle.

✔ Conduct daily inventory checks, ensuring chemicals and tools are ready for the day.

✔ Report vehicle maintenance or supply needs to the Scheduler/Manager.

Documentation & Reporting

✔ Maintain detailed records of equipment settings, serial numbers, and site conditions.

✔ Upload photos and documentation using the company app.

✔ Complete daily checklists to track progress and ensure tasks are completed thoroughly.

Training & Knowledge Building

✔ Stay updated on new pool technologies and best practices through training and online resources.

✔ Share knowledge with team members to improve processes and techniques.

What We're Looking For

✔ Customer-Focused & Personable – You enjoy working with people and explaining technical details in an easy-to-understand way.

✔ Technically & Mechanically Inclined – You love troubleshooting, calibrating, and optimizing pool equipment.

✔ Detail-Oriented & Organized – You document everything properly and ensure all equipment is set up accurately.

✔ Self-Motivated & Independent – You can manage your daily schedule without direct supervision.

✔ Physically Active & Outdoor-Loving – You'll be working outdoors daily, handling equipment, and performing manual tasks.

✔ Dependable & Team-Oriented – You show up on time, ready to go, and committed to delivering great service.

Ready to Make a Splash?

If you're looking for a hands-on role where you can work outdoors, fine-tune pool equipment, and educate homeowners, we want to hear from you!

Apply today and become part of a team that delivers top-tier pool start-ups with a splash of fun!

Join Aqua Blue Pools—where work feels like a day at the pool!

This position requires the ability to perform physical tasks associated with construction and/or service work that involves frequent heavy lifting, repetitive motion, prolonged standing, walking, and bending in outdoor working environments. Applicants must be able to safely perform these essential duties with or without reasonable accommodations.