Friends of Pool Inc Testing Pool Operator (Seasonal) New York, NY · Part time Company website

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+ POOL reclaims New York’s natural resources by opening our waters. What began as an idea for a water-filtering floating swimming pool, conceived by a small group of designers, has since launched a movement to restore the utility of our waterways. We support the preservation, restoration and conservation of natural bodies of water; promote water stewardship; and provide quality swim instruction and environmental education for New Yorkers. We enable people to care for and co-exist with nature, and work towards a future where everyone has the ability to enjoy the water that surrounds them.

Be part of history! + POOL is seeking operators for the first water-filtering floating pool in New York City — a first-of-its-kind public infrastructure project transforming how cities engage with their rivers. This role offers hands-on experience with advanced water treatment systems and innovative environmental technology, making it an exceptional opportunity for those interested in careers in water infrastructure, sustainability, public health, and urban innovation. The operators will support a 90-day demonstration of the system’s operations (without the presence of swimmers) for NYC health agencies, help craft the Standard Operating Procedures for the swimming in the facility based on lessons learned, and support any necessary revisions of the operator’s manual as the system is tested. 

This is a unique entry point into careers in water systems, water treatment, and environmental infrastructure. As a member of the inaugural + POOL operations team, you’ll work directly with groundbreaking filtration systems and help operate one of the most innovative public water projects in the world. Whether you’re pursuing a future in utilities, environmental engineering, public infrastructure, or climate innovation, this role offers rare hands-on experience with emerging water technologies in a real-world public setting.

Reporting to the Director of Operations and Project Manager, the Summer testing operator will provide support for the summer testing program by operating and checking the treatment system during scheduled on-site hours and by collecting and delivering water samples per the required sampling plan. The operator will also provide consistent operational and maintenance oversight to support the reliable collection of testing data.

Training will be provided for all tasks. 

JOB DESCRIPTION

Operators will provide the following testing operations management services for the POOL1 treatment facility over a pre-set schedule, with each operator working 3-5 daily 5-6 hours shifts:

• Perform routine operations and monitoring of filtration and disinfection systems
• Performing routine equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
• Perform daily/weekly checks, process adjustments, and coordinate response to alarms.
• Maintain operating logs, maintenance records, standard operating procedures, and safety protocols
• Follow required labeling and safe handling practices for hazardous materials, including light physical work (e.g. moving five-gallon buckets)
• Good documentation habits (logs of sensor readings, sampling times, event notes, photos for biofilm observations)
• Water Quality Oversight
• Implement system monitoring and water quality sampling protocol
• Maintain water quality logs and compile data for reporting
• Collect and deliver water samples to Brooklyn laboratory facilities
• Coordinate with filtration engineers and water quality testing partners, as needed
• Participate in operations planning meetings.
• Provide regular daily and weekly updates to the project team
• Limited daily shifts (~5 hours/day)
• Take videos & photos for + POOL social media and operations procedures updates 
• Assist with providing a clean and safe work environment
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications 

• Problem-solving skills
• Good oral and written skills
• Detail oriented
• Ability to lift or move up to 50 lbs. Requires standing, walking and ability to use a ladder and access confined spaces
• Ability to swim at least 25 yards

Preferred  Skills and Experience

• Experience operating water or wastewater treatment systems
• Prior work with filtration, disinfection, or chemical dosing equipment strongly preferred
• Ability to read and understand regulatory requirements, communicate with agencies and develop procedures
• High school diploma/GED with work experience

Salary: $25.00 per hour

Schedule: 5-6 hours per day, 3-5 days/week, including weekends*. Must be available to start work for the commissioning of the pool at the end of June through decommissioning In October.   

*This is a part-time, seasonal role. Applicants will submit availability and operators will be hired in 3-5 day shifts based on availability. 

How to Apply

• Submit PDF resume to [email protected], including a cover letter stating your work week availability for scheduling purposes (Sun/Mon/Tues/Wed/Thurs/Fri?Sat) 
• Email subject: “POOL1 Summer Operator”
• Questions? Include them in your email.