Location: Whitehall, PA
Company: Whitehall Township
TEAM! JOB DESCRIPTION Performs a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance and operation of the Township's pool facilities (pool operations/pump house). PAY DIFFERENTIAL During the " on-season" which runs from March 1 until November 30, this position will be paid an extra flat amount of $1.50 pay differential per hour.
During the " off-season" which runs from December 1 - February 28, this position will be paid at the standard pay grade of 011. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Prepares Township pools for opening (spring set-up) and winterizing shutdown of facilities. Monitor pool water chemistry through testing of water samples. Monitor and
maintain pool filtration system and adjust chemistry as needed to maintain standards Operate various types of pool related equipment. Operate, maintain and repair specialized pool equipment and systems.
Ensure drains are not blocked in pools; required to swim on surface and underwater to clear out blocked drains. Set-up, service and dismantle pool pumps, motors, filters, chemical systems. Perform daily pool operations including filter system maintenance. Performs general plumbing tasks. Tests chemical balance of pool water and makes adjustments as necessary. Performs minor plumbing repairs as they related to pool pumps. Performs preventative maintenance on pools. Drive a single axle truck
and or pick-up truck with/without trailer not exceeding 10,000 pounds.
Perform minor routine maintenance on equipment (e. g. cleaning, proper storage), as outlined on daily inspection sheet and refer defects or needed repairs to supervisor. Work efficiently with seasonal workers and to instruct them of proper procedures Complete written work order forms as required. Assist other co-workers in the Recreation Bureau on an as needed basis. Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) requirements, safety and security standards. May supervise seasonal workers and instruct them on proper procedures and use of Township equipment.
Wears appropriate safety equipment as needed. Performs all duties in conformance with appropriate requirements, safety and security standards. Performs routine vehicle maintenance as outlined on daily inspection sheets. Performs duties as outlined in lower job classifications as required, or assigned. May be utilized for snow removal on an as needed basis. Performs related work as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS High School diploma or GED equivalent required Current Pesticide Applicator Certification At least 3 years' experience in the performance of a variety of swimming pool maintenance tasks requiring the use of pool related equipment and, Familiarization with pool related equipment, or An equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to operate, maintain and repair specialized pool equipment. Knowledge of general plumbing and electrical systems. Knowledge of pool filtration system. Knowledge of " right-to-know" laws as instructed and posted. Ability to swim on the surface and under water. Ability to work independently and to complete daily activities according to work schedule; ability to communicate orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, and vendors.
Ability to obtain the Pesticide Applicator certification. Ability to handle stressful situations. Valid Pennsylvania Driver's license with CDL Class B endorsement with air brake, or ability to obtain one. Employee not processing said license at time of appointment must obtain license within 6 month time frame established between union and management. TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED Pick-up truck; lawn and landscaping equipment, including tractors, jackhammer, mowers, chainsaw, edgers, weed trimmers, electric motors, pumps, sprinklers, miscellaneous hand and power tools for turf maintenance, basic minor carpentry tools.
Painting, plumbing, electrical painting swimming pool equipment including chlorination system, pumps, boiler, valves, filtration devices, gauges, etc; janitorial equipment including floor buffers, steam cleaner, vacuums, mops and brooms. PHYSICAL DEMANDS 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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk for long periods of time; and use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee is required to swim on surface water and under water. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift weights up to 50 pounds, and lift heavy objects; perform strenuous physical labor under adverse weather conditions.
Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions.
The employee frequently works in high, precarious places and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the working environment is loud.
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