The impact you will have: As a Pool Technician in San José Unified, you will play a vital role in maintaining safe, clean, and fully operational aquatic facilities that support student learning, athletics, and community programs. You will manage the operation, maintenance, and repair of pools and related equipment while ensuring healthy aquatic conditions and compliance with safety standards. Through strong attention to detail, proactive problem-solving, and a commitment to customer service, you will help create a safe and enriching environment for students, staff, and the community. A more detailed job description is available at: http://sjusd.box.com/v/PoolTechnician.
Who you are: You are a dependable and safety-focused professional who takes pride in maintaining clean, safe, and well-functioning aquatic facilities. You bring strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve maintenance issues efficiently. You are organized, proactive, and committed to providing excellent service while supporting a positive and safe environment for students, staff, and the community.
As a Pool Technician, you will be responsible for (but not limited to):
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Managing the operation, cleaning, and maintenance of district aquatic facilities and equipment
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Monitoring and maintaining safe and healthy pool conditions, including water chemistry and filtration systems
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Inspecting pools and equipment and assisting in the development and implementation of maintenance plans
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Performing repairs and preventative maintenance on pool systems, surfaces, pumps, mechanical equipment, and related components
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Safely operating and maintaining tools, equipment, and district vehicles used for aquatic facility maintenance
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Maintaining clean, organized, and safe pool environments in alignment with district standards and safety procedures
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Coordinating and guiding the work of others and assisting with training as needed
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Maintaining accurate records, logs, and reports using district systems and technology
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Communicating effectively with staff, students, and community members while providing responsive customer service
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Supporting school and district events and assisting in accomplishing department and district goals
What you need for this position:
- Completion of 12th grade or equivalent
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Resume and Letter of Introduction outlining desire and qualifications for this position
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Prior relevant experience preferred
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Passage of San José Unified test, including swim requirements
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California driver’s license required
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California Pool Operator certificate required
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First Aid / CPR certification required
Location:
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Maintenance Department
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1.0 FTE - 40hrs./week - 6:30am-3:00pm
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12-Month Position
SB 848 Child Safety & Employment Disclosure Requirement
Effective January 1, 2026, in accordance with California Senate Bill 848 (School Employee Misconduct/Child Abuse Prevention Act), applicants for employment with San José Unified are subject to enhanced child safety, training, and employment disclosure requirements.
Under SB 848, schools are required to strengthen background vetting procedures and obtain employment history information related to allegations of egregious misconduct involving students. Former employers may be contacted to release records regarding substantiated findings of misconduct as permitted by law. Failure to provide complete and accurate information regarding prior educational employment or relevant misconduct findings may result in disqualification from the hiring process or withdrawal of an offer of employment.
SB 848 also expands mandated reporter requirements and requires annual child abuse prevention training for employees and certain volunteers by July 1, 2026. All employees must comply with district-adopted child safety policies, including procedures for supervising and protecting students.
San José Unified is committed to maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment for all students and will review all disclosures and employment records in accordance with state law.
When will you hear back from us: Within seven days of applying, we will inform you if you will be moving forward in our hiring process and share next steps. If there is a delayed response, feel free to reach out to us at [email protected].
Note to internal applicants:
- Even though we may have some information on file for you, we encourage you to submit a letter of introduction highlighting your qualifications and interest in this role, as well as any other information you would like to share. Where applicable, please also note which available location you are applying to.
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To be eligible to interview, you will need to be in good evaluation standing.
