Attendant - Pool

A progressive city of 187,800 people located just a short 30-minute drive from Toronto, the _**_City of Oshawa_**_ is one of Canada’s fastest growing communities that is exceptionally positioned to live, work, learn and invest. Its strategic pursuit of sustainable growth, excellent community service delivery and co-operative partnerships have enhanced its quality of life advantage, while maintaining a strong commitment to financial stewardship._ _

**Job Title**:Regular Full-Time Attendant - Pool **Posting Number**:004677

**Department**:Community Operations Services Department **Branch**:Recreation Services

**Location**:Delpark Homes

**Posting Start Date**:2024/02/05** Posting End Date**:2024/02/14 by 4:30pm

**Employment Group**:CUPE 250** Salary Grade**:02-$28.27- $32.08 **Standard **Weekly** **Hours of** **Work**:40.00 **Shift Work Required**:Yes

Under the direction of the Manager, Facilities Operations and/or designate, perform general maintenance, custodial duties and program requirements as assigned, in the operation and maintenance of assigned facilities in the Recreation and Culture Services Branch. Facilities may include arenas, pools and spas (hot tubs), entertainment facilities, libraries, seniors’ centres, conventional stadiums, fields, playgrounds, skateboard parks, outdoor pools, outdoor splash pads and any other associated facilities that fall under the Branch.

**Responsibilities**:

- Maintain pool water conditions, filtration systems and building mechanical systems
- Perform pool/spa (hot tub) maintenance duties such as vacuuming and backwashing the pool, washing the deck; monitoring, maintaining and recording the condition of pool equipment and water chemistry as required
- Assist in the operation of the building HVAC equipment, by performing preventative maintenance functions such as adding or draining fuel and oil; adding chemicals to the water and testing the water; inspecting, adjusting and replacing belts, filters, etc.; monitoring and recording periodic equipment readings
- Maintain washrooms, change/dressing rooms and associated areas in a sanitary condition including cleaning; disinfecting; removing garbage and replenishing supplies of toilet paper, soap, etc.
- Perform general caretaking duties in the overall facility such as cleaning floors; wet mopping; operating power cleaning equipment; cleaning glass; collecting and disposing of garbage both inside and outside the facility; moving furniture; setting up and taking down equipment; and cleaning and clearing the building entranceway and emergency exits of snow and ice as required
- Perform general maintenance duties in the overall facility such as painting, replacing light bulbs, and making minor carpentry and plumbing repairs
- Take initiative to correct maintenance or risk management concerns and/or notify supervisor and other staff where appropriate
- Ensure all work is performed in accordance with City of Oshawa safe work standards and the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act including but not limited to Section 217.1 in the Criminal Code of Canada (Bill C-45)
- Maintain appropriate work records including incidents and accident reports, timesheets, duty sheets and other documentation and sign off as required
- Assist with new staff orientation to the building and its operations
- Ensure that facility users act in an orderly fashion, reporting problems to the supervisor, and respond to routine inquiries related to the use of the facility
- Maintain good public relations with customers, user groups and colleagues
- Drive to off-site locations for meetings, training and to pick up supplies, electrical and/or mechanical parts on a routine as well as emergency basis
- Willing to attend continuing education courses as required
- Perform other related duties as required

**Requirements**:

- Certified Pool Operator’s Certificate (CPO) or have completed ORFA Aquatics Essentials of Swimming Pool Operations or equivalent, plus six (6) months of previous experience in pool and building operations
- Demonstrated experience using major cleaning equipment, methods and materials
- Demonstrated knowledge of pool/spa (hot tub) maintenance principles and physical plant maintenance; demonstrated mechanical aptitude
- Able to climb and work from heights, stretch, lift and move heavy items (50 lbs., approx. 23 kgs.), stand, bend and walk for extended periods of time; capable of performing the work assigned in a safe manner
- Basic reading, writing and oral English skills. Able to understand and follow simple oral and written instructions which deal with standardized situations. Able to complete forms and records relevant to the job. Able to read, record and comprehend mechanical gauges related to all facility equipment
- Basic computer skills to perform the duties of the job (communication and operations)
- Good interpersonal skills to deal with common sense and courtesy with the general public and to discuss routine information,