Pond Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Pond Maintenance Technician (Driver's License Required)

Location: Portland, OR (Serving Beaverton & Gresham) Pay: $22.00 – $30.00 per hour Job Type: Full-Time

[Company Intro] Join Tom’s Ponds , Portland’s premier water feature experts. We don't just "mow and blow"—we maintain living ecosystems. We are looking for a dedicated Pond Maintenance Technician to join our crew. If you love the outdoors, enjoy working independently, and want to learn a specialized trade with high earning potential, this is your next career move.

[The Perks]

• Competitive Pay: $22–$30/hr (Starting pay based on experience).

• Full Benefits: Paid holidays, vacation time, and consistent raises.

• Growth: Technical training in water chemistry, filtration systems, and masonry.

• Autonomy: Manage your own routes and company vehicle once trained.

[Key Responsibilities]

• Perform routine maintenance (cleaning, filter service, water testing) on high-end residential ponds.

• Diagnose and resolve pump, filtration, and plant health issues.

• Assist in hardscape repairs and new pond construction projects.

• Safely operate company vehicles and equipment across the Portland metro area.

[Qualifications]

• Physical Strength: Ability to lift 100 lbs into a truck (essential for pond liners and stone work).

• Mobile & Reliable: Must have an insurable driver’s license and a clean record.

• Detail-Oriented: Ability to work solo and maintain high-quality job sites in all weather conditions.

Tom Asch is the owner of Tom’s Ponds and has been designing and working on water features since 1980. Holding degrees in Landscape Architecture and Park Administration from Washington State University, Tom is an expert on water features with over forty years of experience under his belt.

Company Description

Tom Asch is the owner of Tom’s Ponds and has been designing and working on water features since 1980. Holding degrees in Landscape Architecture and Park Administration from Washington State University, Tom is an expert on water features with over forty years of experience under his belt.