Job Description

** Applications will be received until May 1, 2026 If the position is not filled by then, we may consider applications submitted after the deadline. Interested applicants must apply online by visiting the Denver Public Schools job board at careers.dpsk12.org **

About this job:

Performs pool repair and maintenance (e.g., maintain pool chemical balance) and monitors District swimming pools in accordance with established health codes and district policy.

What DPS Offers You:

• A Culture that values Equity, Accountability, Integrity, Collaboration and Fun with a shared vision that Every Learner Thrives.
• Salary Range: $23.001-$23.419 Click herefor more information on compensation for these roles.
• In addition to competitive compensation, DPS has other Total Reward offerings such as; time off, health and wellness benefits, and PERA Retirement

What You'll Do:

• Receives work orders, reviews, prioritizes and develops plan for swimming pool and piping related issues and requests.

• Determines and acquires supplies from warehouse and local vendors, researching for supplies and diagrams.

• Prepares and cleans up job site, taking into consideration safety concerns of self and others, and disposes of waste and flammable materials.

• Inspects and maintains district pools according to current codes and practices established by health codes and national Aquatic Certification Agencies.

• Performs underwater maintenance and tile repair.

• Manages and performs upgrades and renovations of District pools in compliance with new codes.

• Daily tests and adjusts water chemistry to meet standards. Daily inspects and tests operational and recirculation efficiency of filters and filter media system, and safety equipment operational and available.

• Checks and interprets pool gauges, flow meters, and monitoring equipment for operational efficiency. Inspects, installs and repairs pool related equipment and related plumbing systems.

• Updates site pool daily logs. Orders all chemicals to maintain stock and supplies at each site that he or she manages. Performs and inspects pool chemical automation controllers.

• Inspects work of independent contractors, identifies deficiencies, and communicates with Shop leadership about correcting deficiencies according to code and DPS specifications.

• Performs work and cross trains in at least one other trade at an apprentice level.

• Assists with snow removal efforts on a 24 hour on-call basis.

• Responds to emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

• Normal work week schedule will be Monday through Friday 5:30am to 2pm.Will be required to work alternate schedule of Tuesday through Saturday for two week period every four weeks from 7am to 3:30pm through the entire year.

What You’ll Need:

• High school diploma or equivalent. Four to ten years journeyman experience and training
• 2+year of relevant work experience required.
• Must have and maintain a valid Colorado Driver's License. Must meet District insurability standards. Must have valid Certified Pool Operator Certification and four years of experience. Open water scuba certification shall be obtained after employment provided Denver Public Schools.
• Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
• Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
• Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Denver Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

Students First. Integrity. Equity. Collaboration. Accountability. Fun

Denver Public Schools is committed to meeting the educational needs of every student with great schools in every neighborhood. Our goal is to provide every child in Denver with rigorous, enriching educational opportunities from preschool through high school graduation. DPS is comprised of nearly 200 schools including traditional, magnet, charter and alternative pathways schools, with an enrollment of more than 90,000 students.

DPS has become the fastest-growing school district in the country in terms of enrollment and the fastest-growing large school district in the state in terms of student academic growth. Learn more at dpsk12.org.