Commercial Pool Service Technician
4 days ago
Wappingers Falls
Blue Water Pools is seeking an experienced Commercial Pool Service Technician to join our team. This is a year-round salaried position with a busy peak season and reduced winter schedule. In summer, expect longer days and occasional weekend emergency/on-call availability. During the slower winter months, availability for at least three scheduled days per week is required, and PTO is generally scheduled during this off-season period. \n This is a commercial-pool role—not a residential pool route position. We are looking for a skilled professional who can independently service, repair, build, renovate, and maintain commercial pool systems. Responsibilities\n \n\n • Service, inspect, clean, and maintain commercial pools and their mechanical systems.\n, • Test and balance water chemistry; safely handle, store, and transport pool chemicals.\n, • Diagnose and repair commercial pumps, filters, heaters, chemical feeders, salt systems, automation, lighting, valves, plumbing, leaks, and related equipment.\n, • Perform pool openings, closings, winterization, start-ups, and seasonal maintenance.\n, • Install and upgrade commercial pool equipment, equipment pads, plumbing, automation, and related systems.\n, • Support commercial pool construction, renovations, equipment installations, and repair projects.\n, • Maintain accurate service reports, work orders, photos, and inventory records using a mobile device.\n, • Communicate professionally with property managers, facility staff, and customers about findings, repairs, and recommendations.\n, • Maintain company vehicles, tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean and professional condition.\n, • Follow all commercial-pool safety procedures, chemical-handling practices, and applicable local health and safety regulations.\n, • Respond to urgent customer issues and participate in an on-call rotation for occasional weekend emergencies. \nRequired Qualifications\n \n\n • CSP certification is strongly preferred.\n, • Candidates without CSP certification must have at least 5 years of hands-on commercial pool experience in service, repair, construction, renovation, or a closely related field.\n, • Applicants whose experience is limited to residential pools are not a fit for this position.\n, • Strong knowledge of commercial pool water chemistry, testing, balancing, chemical feeders, and chemical safety.\n, • Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and repair commercial pool equipment, circulation systems, and plumbing.\n, • Experience with commercial pumps, filters, heaters, saltwater systems, automation, lighting, valves, and leak-related repairs.\n, • Working knowledge of commercial pool electrical equipment, including control panels, automation systems, lighting, pumps, and heaters; able to identify electrical issues and complete permitted repairs safely.\n, • Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record and the ability to safely operate a company vehicle.\n, • Ability to work independently, prioritize a service route, and communicate professionally with customers and teammates.\n, • Comfortable using a smartphone or tablet for work orders, photos, scheduling, and communication.\n, • High school diploma or equivalent.\n, • Reliable attendance and flexibility to work longer days during the busy summer season. \nPhysical Requirements\n \n\n • Ability to regularly lift and carry heavy equipment, chemicals, tools, and supplies; up to 75 pounds may be required.\n, • Ability to work outdoors in heat, humidity, rain, and other seasonal conditions.\n, • Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and work around commercial pool equipment and construction areas.\n, • Ability to safely work with tools, chemicals, and commercial pool equipment. \nCompensation & Benefits\n \n\n • Annual salary of $70,000–$100,000, based on experience and qualifications.\n, • Year-round salaried position with a seasonal schedule.\n, • Reduced winter schedule with a minimum availability of three days per week.\n, • Paid time off (PTO), generally scheduled during the slower winter/off-season months, subject to business needs.\n, • Company phone.\n, • This position offers a clear opportunity for advancement into a supervisory or management role as Blue Water Pools continues to grow, based on performance, leadership ability, and business needs.\n\n \n To apply, please submit your resume and include a brief summary of your commercial pool service, repair, construction, or renovation experience.