What is a pool service technician and how to become one

Key steps to become a pool service technician

1. Explore pool service technician education requirements

   Most common pool service technician degrees

   High School Diploma

   42.9 %

   Bachelor's

   22.3 %

   Associate

   19.9 %

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2. Start to develop specific pool service technician skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Plumbing	15.76%
   Customer Service	11.40%
   Filter Systems	10.74%
   Pump Systems	10.12%
   Customer Satisfaction	9.89%

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3. Complete relevant pool service technician training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 1-2 years on post-employment, on-the-job training. New pool service technicians learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a pool service technician based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real pool service technician resumes.

4. Research pool service technician duties and responsibilities

   • Inspect and manage the condition of pool filters and the filtration system to ensure proper function and cleanliness.
   • Install, troubleshot and repair of pool/spa motors, heaters, pool filtering systems and repair of PVC plumbing.
   • Repair and replace Pvc pipes and secure leaks.
   • Help the owner build a water feature and help with the plumbing install.

5. Prepare your pool service technician resume

   When your background is strong enough, you can start writing your pool service technician resume.

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6. Apply for pool service technician jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a pool service technician job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams