Lead Aquatics Technician

Job Description

Notre Dame Athletics is committed to building a diverse workforce passionate about maximizing the student-athlete experience. Our pillars of Education; Excellence; Faith; Tradition; and Community guide us in the work we do each day. We are eager to attract, recruit, and retain individuals who positively contribute to a collaborative, inclusive working environment where all may thrive.

Building on the University’s Spirit of Inclusion, we are committed to the work needed to cultivate sustainable progress and change. As a prospective member of Notre Dame Athletics , we encourage you to apply if you embrace, embody, and demonstrate a commitment to the aforementioned values.

Under the supervision of the Department of Athletics, this position is responsible for the maintenance, inspection, repair, and record keeping of the Rolfs Aquatic Center. This position will generally work independently and is self-managed. This position requires a Certified Pool Operator License and thorough knowledge of State of Indiana regulations to remain compliant with local, county, and state set standards.

Responsibilities include daily monitoring and record keeping of pool chemical levels for the Rolfs Aquatic Center pool and various aquatic therapy tubs at other athletic facilities. Monitoring and adjust saturation index to comply with local, county and state set standards. This position will be required to assist the Aquatics Director and staff members with pool setups and maintenance. The Lead Aquatic Technician must display extensive knowledge of aquatics operations and the ability to recognize problems and then make the correct adjustments is imperative. This position must be able to follow safety procedures when working with chemicals required for pool operation and preform some electrical work. This position also requires the ability to trouble shoot vacuum pool filters, backwash, clean, repair, and replace pilot control valves and level control valves. This position shall inspect, repair, rebuild, and replace circulation pumps on the plumbing system for the pools, and to prevent unscheduled pool shutdowns. This position is responsible for diagnosing mechanical problems, identifying, repairing, reporting, and communicating pool operational and maintenance needs to the Director of Aquatics and Athletic administrators. Perform scheduled and unscheduled preventative and emergency maintenance actions on equipment, ensuring safe and comfortable swimming for student-athletes, staff, and community members using our facilities. In addition, this position is responsible for assisting plumbers with repair and maintenance of pool systems when necessary. The Lead Aquatic Technician will work in conjunction with the other full time Aquatic Technician that typically works evenings.

This position will typically be scheduled Monday-Friday, 6:30 am-2:30 pm or 8 am-4 pm including select overtime nights and weekends for events. Work hours are subject to change to meet the needs of the Notre Dame Athletics. This position may be required to assist with preparation and management at home Swim and Dive Meets and other duties as assigned by the Director of Aquatics.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED 3 to 4 years experienceStrong familiarity with building mechanical systems including plumbing, electrical, HVAC , etc.Solid mechanical aptitudeA solid understanding of chemistry and mathHigh level of physical fitness

Preferred Qualifications

Certified pool operator

Special Instructions to Applicants

Department Rolf's Aquatic Center (57656)

Department Website

Family / Sub-Family Facilities / Semi-skilled Maintenance

Career Stream/Level NIC 3 Technician

FLSA Status S3 - FT Non-exempt Hourly