Aquatic Maintenance Mechanic

The Aquatic Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for the high-level technical operation, repair, and preventative maintenance of the YMCA’s comprehensive aquatic facilities, including swimming pools, spas, and supporting building infrastructure. This role oversees the lifecycle of complex mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems, ensuring all aquatic environments exceed state health and safety standards. The Aquatic Maintenance Mechanic serves as a technical lead to aquatics and maintenance staff and ensures rigorous compliance with California Title 22 and Cal/OSHA regulations. The role blends expert hands-on mechanicalskillwith the ability to oversee sophisticated computerized control systems to maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for all members and staff.For information on Y Employee Perks, click on this link:Employee Benefits | YMCA of San Diego County (ymcasd.org)Develops, implements, and oversees comprehensive preventative maintenance and operational procedures for all Association aquatic facilities, including high-capacity filtration units, hydraulic systems, and pneumatic controlsEnsures all pools and spas strictly adhere to California Title 22 (CalCode) and Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) requirements, maintaining audit-ready logs of chemical balances, water clarity, and temperaturePerformstroubleshooting, diagnostic testing, andminorrepairs onall aquatic equipment includingpumps, motors, heaters, chlorinators, and automated chemical feeders;builds strong working relationshipsand communicates effectivelywith external vendors,internal staff, andcertified mechanics regarding complex repairsEstablishesand enforces emergency response Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for aquatic incidents; ensure all facilities comply with Cal/OSHA standards for hazardous material handling and workplace safetyLeads scheduled water treatment and sanitization efforts using specialized chemicals (e.g., sodium hypochlorite, CO2, and hydrochloric acid), maintaining optimal levels to protect equipment and user healthSupportsbranch aquatic related projects and operations, including but not limitedto:scheduled water cleaning, using chemicals such as chlorine, training of SOPs, preventative maintenance, etc.Conductsregular technical audits of mechanical rooms and pool systems across the Association portfolio to identify infrastructure risks and recommend capital improvements; implement purchasing SOPs for all work and repairsMaintains accurate documentation of work orders, repair logs, and vehicle maintenance within the Association’s work order system to ensure operational transparency and timely responseVisual and auditory ability and physical capacity to quickly identify, assess, and respond effectively to critical incidents and emergenciesKnowledge of California Title 22 and EH&S standards; proficient in electronic reporting via the California Environmental Reporting System (CERS) for mandated hazardous material inventoriesTechnical understanding of commercial aquatic infrastructure, including pumps, motors, filtration, heaters, and pneumatic/hydraulic delivery systems; ability to interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and electrical schematics to diagnose and execute repairs on high-tolerance equipmentKnowledge of water treatment procedures, and safety techniques including the use of automated chemical controllers and manual testing to ensure optimal water balanceCompetencyin developingdetailedStandardOperatingProcedures (SOPs)and safety regulations for aquatic facilities; ability to effectively communicate complex processes or policy changes to diverse teamsExcellent verbal communication skills and a professional demeanor when interacting with staff, participants, and volunteerDemonstratedskillin prioritizingwork assignmentsto meet established deadlines and needs of the facilitiesAbility tosafely operateand maintainprovided companyvehiclein compliance withrequired documentation and SOPsOther duties as assignedBachelor’s degree in a related field, or 4+ years' equivalent related experience is required 7+ years'ofexperience as a commercial pool technician/engineer or similar position including budget administrationValid California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record are requiredMust obtain Certified Pool & Spa Operator (CPO) certification within 60 daysof hireMust obtain a valid certification for full-face respirator within90 days of hire, including annual fit testing and medical clearanceLicensing, state law and ourgovernmentfundersarerequiredthatallstaff(hybrid, remote, or onsite)withinYMCA San Diego County are fingerprinted, prior to reporting to work, and include subsequent arrest notificationsCPR and First Aid certification is required within 30 days of hire and must be from one of the following certifying organizations: American Red CrossAmerican Heart AssociationAmerican Safety & Health InstituteYMCA will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the YMCA is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Ordinance by visiting the San Diego County Office of Labor Standards and Enforcement.USD $34.43 - USD $41.32 /Hr.

Created: 2026-04-04