Pool Operator

Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is inviting applications for the permanent full-time position of Pool Operator with Facility Maintenance & Operations, a division of Property, Fleet & Environment.

Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity and Inclusion as one of the Municipality’s core values. We have an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application.

The Pool Operator position encompasses the following: water testing in accordance with regulations, balancing pool chemistry to within industry regulations, maintain chemical barrels, perform backwashing of sand filters, DE tanks, clean/vacuum pools, perform pool inspections checks, perform necessary repairs and maintenance as required on DE tanks, wave units, skimmers, report required repairs to supervisor, open and close outdoor pools, provide chemical orders to supervisor, store chemical deliveries, perform general and annual maintenance on pools, and other duties assigned by supervisor. Indoor pool operations are year round; outdoor pool operations, typically May - October.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• All pool maintenance to be performed by following the guidelines in the "Nova Scotia Operational Guidelines for Aquatic Facilities," current guidelines dated 2014, and the "Pool and Spa Operator Handbook" by the National Swimming Pool Foundations, current edition
• Maintains water chemistry balance in indoor and outdoor pools
• Informs the Supervisor or designate of all problems or potential problems (high TDS, improper chemical levels, or anything with the potential to affect effective and efficient operation)
• Maintains pool equipment including pumps, filters, heaters and feeders
• Participates in after-hour events effecting operations (water quality, fecals, etc.)
• Sweeps, back washes and vacuums pools as required
• General care, maintenance and safe operation of assigned equipment and tools
• Loads and unloads equipment and materials as required
• Keeps inventory of equipment and chemicals, reagents and other necessary supplies and orders necessary supplies for the efficient and effective operation of all pools with direct liaison with the Manager or designate
• All Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) are to be maintained for the appropriate chemicals used by the Pool Operator at all times. Trained in WHMIS. Required to attend updates, workshops or training as required
• Contribute to meeting the operational objectives of the business unit and HRM
• Maintain log sheets in "Pool Chemistry Log," and daily inspections and log sheets in "Pool Inspection Checks" log book
• Communicate with the general public on a regular basis, related to duties performed
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:

• Grade 12 (or equivalent combination of education and experience) is required
• Minimum two (2) years' experience in pool operations and/or pool chemistry
• Certificate or diploma in pool chemistry, maintenance, and mechanical operation of swimming pools (CPO or equivalent). May consider applicants with previous CPO (or equivalent) certification who would be willing to recertify within 6 months of employment.
• Consideration may also be given to those applicants who, through education and experience, possess the mechanical aptitude for the position. Must have a minimum of 2 years’ proven experience in a building maintenance environment working with various building systems such as HVAC and pumping systems. Must complete CPO training course and certification within one year of hire.
• Must have WHMIS, CPR/First Aid certification, and Fall Arrest or ability to successfully complete
• Must have a valid Class 5 NS driver’s license and must supply a recent clean driver's abstract

Technical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities:

• Knowledge of HVAC systems, pumps, filters, chemical feeders, heaters and associated pool mechanicals
• Good attendance and work record
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Must work well with minimum supervision

OTHER BENEFITS:
Employees are eligible for (as per the CUPE local 108 collective agreement):
• 15 days paid vacation time, and increased at employment anniversary intervals
• 13 paid holidays per year
• Enrolment in our co-funded Pension and Health & Dental benefit plan
• All required safety equipment, including footwear & coveralls
• Paid sick leave benefits

Security Clearance Requirements: Applicants may be required to complete an employment security screening check (including a Child Abuse Registry check).

Please note – Testing may be conducted as a component of the selection process to assess technical and job specific knowledge. Candidates, who are selected for testing, may be tested in a group setting, scheduled at the employer’s discretion.

Candidates must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position and have valid licensing, as required.

Please note - Applicants are responsible to include all information that they wish to have taken into consideration in the review of their application, and applicants are required to provide full details of experience or training referenced in the posting. Applicants may be screened out of this competition at preliminary stages of review based on the insufficiency of the information provided, and the award of this position may be made solely on the basis of the information provided in the electronic submission without any requirement that the Employer contact the candidate for further elaboration on information referenced in the application.

COMPETENCIES: Customer Service, Communication, Teamwork and Cooperation, Valuing Diversity.

WORK STATUS: Permanent, full-time.

HOURS OF WORK: Tuesday - Saturday, 6:00am - 2:00pm, 40 hours per week.

SALARY: $28.67 per hour as per the CUPE Local 108 Collective Agreement.

WORK LOCATION: 375 Cowie Hill Road, Halifax; various HRM pool locations.

CLOSING DATE: Applications will be received up to 11:59 pm on December 3, 2026

This is a bargaining unit position. External applicants will only be considered if there are no qualified bargaining unit candidates.

Please note: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for interview/testing will be contacted.

To ensure a fair and equitable hiring process, candidates are expected to complete all parts of the recruitment process, including assessments, assignments, and interviews independently and without the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools or other forms of external assistance. The use of AI to complete any component of the hiring process is not permitted and may result in disqualification from consideration.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of their qualifications, including, but not limited to, educational credentials, professional licenses, and relevant certifications.

During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as interview or testing) and who require an accommodation, should discuss their needs with the recruiter when invited to the assessment process. For more information on our accommodation process please click on the link: Accommodations | Hiring | Employment | Halifax

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