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Reston Association
Aquatics Maintenance and Facility Assistant
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A Maintenance Helper or Assistant assists maintenance mechanics. Repairs and maintains equipment and machines, such as cars or heating systems. May assemble or adjust machines as directed by a head mechanic.
$38,559 / year median in Virginia
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Position Location 12001 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston, VA 20191 This is an on-site position at Reston Headquarters and Reston Association's Aquatic Facilities. Your seasonal position may require travel to multiple Reston Association sites based on the duties required. Position Overview Are you passionate about making a difference in the community? At Reston Association (RA), we're committed to enhancing the quality of life for Reston residents through outstanding programs, exceptional services, and dedicated stewardship of the community's natural and recreational resources. As the community's steward, RA is responsible for maintaining the quality of life in Reston, chiefly by caring for and administering the community's most precious asset - its real property. At RA, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are actively seeking a Seasonal Aquatics Maintenance and Facility Assistant to join our team! This position plays a critical role in supporting the safe, efficient, and high-quality operation of Reston Association's pools, spray parks, fountains, and related aquatic facilities through preventative maintenance, repairs, inspections, and seasonal operational activities. The Seasonal Aquatics Maintenance and Facility Assistant supports the maintenance, repair, and operation of Association pool facilities to ensure safe and efficient aquatic operations. This position performs a variety of maintenance tasks, including plumbing, painting, plastering, caulking, light masonry, electrical work, and troubleshooting of pool mechanical systems. Responsibilities also include assembling and relocating equipment, maintaining facility inventories, documenting repairs, and assisting with seasonal facility openings. The Aquatics Maintenance and Facility Assistant administer pool chemicals in accordance with chemical labels, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and established safety procedures, while monitoring for proper water conditions and potential adverse reactions. This role works in a variety of indoor and outdoor environments, including confined, elevated, and underwater spaces, with exposure to chemicals, mechanical equipment, high temperatures, and direct sunlight. The position may require the use of power tools, ladders, and specialized equipment and supports the overall success of the Aquatics Department through safe work practices, accurate recordkeeping, and high facility standards. This position offers 40+ hours per week, from August - November. These hours depend on operational needs and are subject to change. What You'll Bring Age 18+ Valid Drivers License with a satisfactory driving record. Current CPR/AED certification, or ability to obtain within a specified period after hire. Excellent customer service and communication skills, along with the ability to remain calm and respond effectively in emergency situations. Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, maintain accurate maintenance and inventory records, and complete assignments within established timelines. Comfortable working in a variety of environments, including outdoors in direct sunlight, high temperatures, confined spaces, elevated areas, mechanical rooms, and around water and pool chemicals. Proficient in the safe operation of maintenance equipment, power tools, ladders, and Association vehicles; willing to use specialized equipment, including SCUBA gear, when properly trained. Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including frequent standing, walking, climbing, bending, kneeling, reaching, lifting, carrying, and moving materials and equipment up to 100 pounds, with heavier loads moved using assistance when necessary. Capable of hearing emergency whistle alerts from a distance and recognizing visual signals and hand gestures in aquatic environments; corrective eyewear and assistive devices are permitted. Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts as operational needs require. What You Can Expect From Reston Association At RA, we are leading the model community where all can Live, Work, Play and Get Involved, and we strive to preserve and enhance the Reston community through outstanding leadership, service and stewardship of our resources. Our Core Values of Service, Collaboration, Stewardship, Innovation and Leadership guide everything we do, and we are proud to provide a workplace in which everyone is treated as an individual with dignity and respect, encourages creativity, and always endeavors to provide an atmosphere that exceeds member expectations and engages collaboration and communication. If you are passionate about a workplace that is dedicated to the preservation of natural resources and advancing community while at the same time creating a collaborative workplace, we want to hear from you. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or state as an individual with a disability. Compensation In addition to a competitive hourly wage, we offer several benefits designed to enhance your experience at RA.