PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT - POOL MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

Employer

County of El Paso

Salary

$43,376.33 Annually

Location

TX 79915, TX

Job Type

Full Time Regular

Job Number

2026-00100

Department

Parks and Recreation

Opening Date

03/17/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

• Description
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Minimum Qualifications

Acceptable Experience and Education High school diploma or equivalent and three (3) years experience and knowledge in the operation of a multi-million dollar Aquatic Facility with one (1) year of supervisory or in a lead role; Certificates and Licenses Required Must have or obtain by date of hire Texas driver's license applicable to job responsibilities, with a driving record acceptable to the County of El Paso. Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification.

Typical Duties

Essential Duties : Oversees and maintains the functions, operations and monitoring of chemical usage and takes meter reading to achieve proper levels of chemicals in compliance with E.P.A- State, County/City Health regulations; Performs preventive maintenance of pool facilities, electrical and mechanical equipment, and routine maintenance to ground areas; Maintains the pool chemical and temperature levels designated by Health Department; Tests and adjusts water chemistry to meet standards for oxidation and sanitation; Maintains recirculation efficiency by backwashing according to design standards; Checks for safety and healthful environmental conditions; Assures that maximum bather load is not surpassed and that immersion time is observed; Posts signs conspicuously that list safety precautions; Establishes procedures for bacterial control; Maintains current records, operational parameters, and procedures; Assures operation of vacuuming the pools; Performs preventative maintenance on plumbing systems including water faucets, sinks, showers, toilets, and urinals; Repairs motors, lighting fixtures, and dryers; Troubleshoots and repairs equipment; Maintains pool heaters and chlorine storage vats; Inspects and assures cleanliness and appearance of general pool area; Maintains, sanitizes and cleans pool decks, drain systems, restrooms, showers to present no health or accidents hazards to users; Provides aid to those in distress and administers first aid in the prescribed fashion; Checks and interprets gauges, flow meters and monitors equipment for operational efficiency; Maintains practices of operation and preventive maintenance for pumps, suction lines, drains, piping bactericidal equipment, balance tanks, valves, hair and lint skimmer traps, and flow control switches each system; Develop emergency and accident procedures; Communicates and develops educational programs for the pool program staff and public; Be current in the development of new pool equipment, facility designs and operational techniques; Orders supplies including chemicals, restroom supplies, office supplies, pool and building supplies and parts used to maintain systems; deliver supplies to outer pools as needed; Trains and assist summer pool managers in routine maintenance pools; Works closely with pool consultants and pool vendors; Performs duties parallel to those of the Parks Maintenance Worker, Intermediate when not on pool duty; Assists park mechanic in the repair of specialized equipment; Commits self to providing excellent customer service and demonstrate commitment through cooperative team and individual efforts; and Creates a high quality work culture through participation in and emphasis on training and mentoring to develop leadership, management, and technical skills in self and all employees, including safety related training and skills.

Other Important Duties *

Performs such other related duties as may be assigned

May work weekends, holidays, and 24/7 standby

Maintains a safe and healthy work place environment;

As members of the County of El Paso Emergency Response System, all El Paso County employees are designated as Disaster Service Workers during a proclaimed emergency and may be required to train on emergency response and/or perform certain emergency services at the direction of their supervisor.

Job Summary

Summary of Position : The Pool Maintenance Technician performs regular/daily maintenance of all electrical & mechanical equipment needed to operate the County swimming pools in a cost efficient manner.

Additional Information

Organizational Relationships : Reports to: Groundskeeping Superintendent Directs: This is a non-supervisory position; however, slight oversight to parks maintenance personnel. Other: Has frequent contact with other county employees and the general public.

Minimum Requirements: Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of : chemicals in the use of pool maintenance; operation and maintenance of swimming pool filters, heaters, chlorinators, pumps, and other related swimming pool circulation and sanitation equipment and systems; procedures and regulations for the proper handling and storage of hazardous materials; technical operations standards and health codes for swimming pools; water chemistry related to swimming pool operations and pool water safety practices and precautions; general construction and maintenance materials; procedures, and equipment with particular reference to parks and golf courses; operation of various types of mowers, pesticide sprayers and related equipment; tools used in building construction and maintenance; safe work practices. plumbing, electrical, mechanical, carpentry and painting; techniques for effective interpersonal communications, landscaping and turf management; maintenance and safe use of hand tools and other equipment used to perform duties. Skill/Ability to : maintain the pool chemistry and various systems to assure compliance with federal, state, and county pool and spa sanitation codes and regulations; operate all equipment, machinery, and tools related to job performance; read and interpret documents such as rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; read and write in English; establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; read blue prints and schematics pertaining to aquatic equipment; pass a background investigation.

Each and every county position requires the following professional skills and abilities as key and necessary elements of performance:

• Demonstrate regular and reliable attendance;
• Work well with others and participate fully in a team oriented environment;
• Interface with other employees and customers in a courteous and respectful manner;
• Maintain strict confidentiality;
• Project positive support of their department and all county organizations at all times; and,
• Maintain and enhance the County's commitment to customer service excellence

El Paso County offers a very comprehensive benefit package (s ome benefits may not apply to part time or temporary employees) consisting of the following: HOLIDAYS 16 holidays per year as recognized. VACATION Accruals are credited on a biweekly basis and available for use as it is accrued after 6 months of continuous service. Year to year carry-over accruals are limited to twice the employee's annual rate. Part-time employees accrue vacation at half the rate of full-time employees. 10 days (1 through less than 5 years of service) 15 days (5 through less than 15 years of service) 20 days (15 years of service or over) SICK LEAVE Accruals are credited on a biweekly basis and available for use as it is accrued after 3 months of full time service. Employees accrue 15 days of sick leave per year. MISCELLANEOUS PAID LEAVES Military Leave – 15 days of paid leave per fiscal year for active military service Bereavement Leave – 3 days of paid leave for the death of an immediate family members and 4 hours for other family members and friends. MEDICAL HEALTH BENEFITS

Plan Costs – Biweekly Rates

Effective January 1, 2026 to December 31, 2026

Medical Consumer Driven Health Plan (CDHP) No Discounts EE Only $5.34 EE & Spouse $145.30 EE & Children $101.93 EE & Family $200.09 6% Wellness Discount EE Only - $5.02 EE & Spouse - $136.58 EE & Children - $95.81 EE & Family - $188.09

Core Plan No Discounts EE Only - $35.70 EE & Spouse - $226.41 EE & Children - $174.96 EE & Family - $322.25 6% Wellness Discount EE Only - $33.56 EE & Spouse - $212.83 EE & Children - $164.46 EE & Family - $302.92

RETIREMENT Retirement benefits are provided by the Texas County and District Retirement Fund (TCDRS). Regular employees become a member of TCDRS upon hire. All regular employees are required to contribute 7% to the retirement fund and the County matches 250% upon eligible retirements.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION Employees may defer earnings, on a pre-tax basis, into a 457 deferred compensation program. This is an optional program. LIFE INSURANCE Full-time County employees are provided a basic life insurance benefit of $10,000 life insurance at no cost. Supplemental coverage is available for additional fees. LONG-TERM DISABILITY The Long-Term disability program provides 60% of the employees' income when the employee becomes disabled because of an illness, injury or accident for a period above 90 days. SHORT-TERM DISABILITY The Short-Term disability program provides 60% of the employees' income when the employee becomes disabled because of an illness, injury or accident for a period shorter than 90 days. RETIREE HEALTH INSURANCE Employees who retire from the County are eligible to continue Health Insurance at the rate set by the El Paso County Risk Pool Board. EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Employees are enrolled in an Employee Assistance Program that provides a variety of counseling services. SECTION 125 MEDICAL & DEPENDENT CARE PROGRAM The section 125 program is optional for employees and provides a method to pay medical and dependent care expenses on a pre-tax basis. HEALTHY LIFESTYLE REIMBURSEMENT Reimbursement of $15 per month for 6 months of continuous gym usage.

EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EdAP) Reimbursement up to $2000 per calendar year for eligible education expenses.

EMPLOYEE FITNESS AND WELLNESS CENTER The Employee Fitness and Wellness Center opened in October 2021 at the County Courthouse. The cost is $5 per employee per month.

01 Which of the following best describes your highest level of education?

• High School Degree or equivalent
• 30 to less than 60 college credits
• More than 60 college credits
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctoral Degree

02 Which of the following best describes you experience and knowledge in the operation of a multi-million dollar Aquatic Facility?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 to less than 2 years of experience
• 2 to less than 3 years of experience
• 3 to less than 4 years of experience
• More than 4 years of experience

03 Which of the following best describes your experience as a lead or in a supervisory capacity?

• No experience
• Less than 1 year experience
• 1 to less than 2 years experience
• 2 to less than 3 years experience
• More than 3 years experience

04 Do you currently possess a Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification?

• Yes
• No

05 Do you have or can obtain by date of hire a driver's license applicable to the job responsibilities, with a driving record acceptable to El Paso County.

• Yes
• No

06 I UNDERSTAND In order for my application to be considered complete, I must answer all the questions in this application. Incomplete or illegible applications will be rejected. A résumé and/or other documents WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Comments such as "See Résumé" are not acceptable and will result in the application being considered incomplete.

• Yes
• No

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