Part-Time Pool Operator - Franco's

Position: Part-Time Pool Operator

Location: Mandeville, LA

Company: Cross Gates Family Fitness/Franco’s Athletic Club

About Us:

We are a Top 50 health and fitness club dedicated to providing exceptional experiences for our members and their families. With a strong focus on community and well-being, we are committed to promoting an active lifestyle in a welcoming environment. We offer tennis, racquetball, sport training, world class fitness centers, luxurious locker rooms, a spa, full service cafe, indoor basketball courts, and a full suite of rooms for child care.

Job Description:

We are seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Part-Time Pool Operator to handle the early-morning opening operations of our aquatic facilities. In this role, you will ensure our pools are clean, safe, balanced, and fully prepared for members before the club opens each morning.

Responsibilities:

• Facility Opening: Arrive promptly at 4:30 AM to execute the opening checklist, unlock the aquatic area, and prepare all pools and hot tubs for early-morning member access.
• Safety & Walk-Throughs: Conduct meticulous morning inspections across the pool deck, pump rooms, and surrounding aquatic areas to ensure complete safety, cleanliness, and operational readiness.
• Pool Deck & Equipment Care: Safely remove and store heavy thermal covers/tarps, ensuring all pool areas are neat, accessible, and ready for use.
• Comprehensive Cleaning: Maintain pristine water conditions by daily vacuuming, skimming debris, and brushing pool walls and tile lines across all pools and spas.
• Water Chemistry & Calibration: Perform daily water quality testing (pH, chlorine, total alkalinity, etc.), log accurate records, and calibrate automated chemical controllers to strictly adhere to health safety standards.
• Pump Room Operations: Inspect and monitor pumps, strainers, and filtration systems to ensure optimal performance, proactively identifying and reporting equipment maintenance needs.

Requirements:

• Experience: Certified Pool Operator (CPO) or Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) certification preferred (or willingness to obtain within 30 days). Basic understanding of pool water chemistry, automated controllers, and aquatic equipment required.
• Mindset: Exceptional reliability, punctuality, and a strong sense of accountability required for early morning shifts.
• Skills: Ability to handle physical demands, including lifting up to 50 lbs, pulling heavy pool covers, operating vacuum equipment, and standing/walking for extended periods.
• Vibe: Professional, reliable, detail-oriented, and service-minded.

Compensation:

• $12 hour
• Part-Time (25 hours/week, Monday – Friday, 4:30 AM – 9:30 AM)

Benefits: Part Time

• Free Club Membership
• 15% discount on club products and services
• Positive and supportive work environment

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should apply below.

Cross Gates Family Fitness is an equal opportunity employer.

Cross Gates Family Fitness is an E-Verify employer.