POSITION SUMMARYThe Parks & Recreation Department seeks a Pool Equipment MechanicJoin Our Team! PLEASE READ THE JOB ANNOUNCEMENT FOR APPLICATION SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS The employee in this class oversees water chemistry, maintenance, and repairs of City-operated swimming pools, following the guidelines of the local Department of Health, State of Florida and national industry standards. Maintains, repairs and replaces pool equipment, plumbing, electrical and ancillary pool systems for proper function, performance and safety; installs equipment such as filters, pumps, chlorinators and heaters; testing equipment for safety and effectiveness; providing chemical treatments to restore water to correct levels; managing pool records; and replacing pool lights.Qualifications for Employment as a Pool Equipment Mechanic: A. High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalency
B. One or more years of experience in pool maintenance C. Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) OR Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certificationD. American Red Cross CPR/First Aid All required certifications, whether possessed at time of application or obtained after appointment, must be kept current to continue employment in this classification. In accordance with Article 24 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Teamsters Local Union 769, for posting purposes this open-competitive job posting shall be considered as a simultaneous internal and external posting (it is open to both internal City employees and external applicants). Additionally, this job classification is subject to the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Fort Lauderdale and Teamsters Local Union 769. The City offers a wide variety of benefits to employees. In addition to the competitive benefits package and salary, the City participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) which offers an investment option and a pension option, and requires a 3% contribution from employees. New hires are automatically enrolled in FRS. Say "Hello" to the City of Fort Lauderdale and Say "Goodbye" to Your Student Loan!
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Please Note: T he duties of this position will include all of those duties set forth in the official job description. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSEssential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.
- Maintains proper recreation water chemistry and reporting requirements per Department of Health standards
- Record all daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance procedures
- Handles hazardous chemicals; chlorine disinfection system, chemical feeders, valves, and pool filtration pump system
- Perform inspections and ensures proper functioning of pool filtration system
- Oversees monthly reporting requirements per Department of Environmental Protection Agency
- Make minor repairs to deck equipment, including but not limited to; lounge chairs, umbrellas, and lane lines
- Inventory all equipment and chemicals. Report to supervisor ordering needs
- Schedules and plans water discharge tests, records and reports findings
- Works with outside contractors, vendors, and inspectors
- If assigned to the Fort Lauderdale Aquatic Center, will be required to perform operational tasks that include but are not limited to; set up, break down, and cleanup of special events
- Brush, vacuum and cleans pools, pool decks areas
- Performs related work as required
JOB REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENTHigh School Diploma or equivalency.One or more years of experience in pool maintenance. Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) OR Certified Pool Operator (CPO) certification.American Red Cross CPR/First Aid Work on weekends as scheduled and during special events for the City and Fort Lauderdale Aquatic Complex Preferences: 1. SCUBA Diving Certification2. Brownie Third Lung experienceSpecial Requirements: Essential Employees may be required to work during a declared emergency. The employee's Department Head will determine who will be required to work.
PHYSICAL STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: The position involves heavy physical demands, such as exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.
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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
HOW TO APPLY/ VETERAN INFORMATIONDepending on the number of applicants and the quality of their education and experience, the examination may consist of one or more of the following tests: Evaluation of Training and Experience, Oral Interview, Written Examination, or other assessment method. Applicants must attain a minimum score of 70 in each part of the examination in order to qualify. All successful applicants will be required to pass a medical examination, including drug screening, prior to appointment.
An eligible veteran who enters an open-competitive examination shall receive preference points added to the total passing score earned in the examination as provided for in the Florida Statutes. To obtain veteran's preference, candidates MUST submit a copy of separation papers and the City of Fort Lauderdale's veteran's preference claim form ( J-204 ).
This position shall remain open until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. The City of Fort Lauderdale offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance.
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