How to hire a pool service technician

How to hire a pool service technician, step by step

Here's a step-by-step pool service technician hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a pool service technician job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new pool service technician
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your pool service technician job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a pool service technician for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   A pool service technician's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, pool service technicians from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list presents pool service technician salaries for various positions.

   Type of Pool Service Technician	Description	Hourly rate
   Pool Service Technician	Heavy vehicle and mobile equipment service technicians inspect, maintain, and repair vehicles and machinery used in construction, farming, rail transportation, and other industries.	$12-23
   Technician	Technicians are skilled professionals who primarily work with technology in different industries. They are knowledgeable about the technical aspects of the various items they work with... Show more	$11-27
   Field Technician	A field technician is responsible for providing technical and maintenance support for the customers by area visits. Field technicians' duties include diagnosing technical problems, replacing malfunction components, upgrading systems for efficiency, running equipment tests to ensure stability, creating draft reports of performed processes, utilizing vehicles and other tools safely, following client's specifications on operating equipment, and adhering to the safety standards... Show more	$13-23

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Plumbing
   • Customer Service
   • Filter Systems
   • Pump Systems
   • Customer Satisfaction
   • Swimming Pools
   • Hot Tubs
   • Pool Equipment
   • PVC
   • Pump Motors
   • Water Chemistry
   • Service Calls
   • Water Quality Problems
   • General Maintenance

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   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.
   • Perform maintenance on relate equipment, such as pumps, filters, and skimmers.
   • Complete brushing, vacuuming, proper chlorination of pool, flush pumps, and replace PVC lines as needed.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your pool service technician job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A pool service technician salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, pool service technicians' average salary in alabama is 47% less than in hawaii.
   • Seniority. Entry-level pool service technicians earn 49% less than senior-level pool service technicians.
   • Certifications. A pool service technician with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a pool service technician's salary.

   Average pool service technician salary

   $35,662yearly

   $17.15 hourly rate

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   Entry-level pool service technician salary

   $25,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 19, 2026

   Average pool service technician salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Massachusetts	$39,577	$19
   2	Kansas	$37,318	$18
   3	California	$36,683	$18
   4	Ohio	$36,169	$17
   5	Texas	$35,806	$17
   6	New York	$35,523	$17
   7	Maryland	$34,718	$17
   8	Michigan	$34,036	$16
   9	Missouri	$33,845	$16
   10	Oregon	$33,518	$16
   11	Arizona	$33,317	$16
   12	Colorado	$32,989	$16
   13	Georgia	$32,849	$16
   14	Indiana	$32,497	$16
   15	South Carolina	$30,852	$15
   16	Tennessee	$30,208	$15
   17	Florida	$30,103	$14

   Average pool service technician salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Kern Community College District	$81,536	$39.20
   2	Brigham and Women's Hospital	$74,108	$35.63	17
   3	The University of Kansas Health System	$37,959	$18.25	6
   4	North Monterey County Unified School District	$37,317	$17.94
   5	Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania	$37,039	$17.81
   6	The George Washington University Hospital	$36,672	$17.63
   7	American Leak Detection	$36,338	$17.47	22
   8	Rockingham County	$36,037	$17.33	2
   9	Trane	$35,730	$17.18	37
   10	Domtar	$35,706	$17.17	1
   11	Henry Ford Health System	$35,365	$17.00	1
   12	UCHealth	$35,077	$16.86	7
   13	BayCare Health System	$35,004	$16.83	4
   14	Rochester City School District	$34,515	$16.59
   15	Foster Farms	$34,415	$16.55
   16	UC Health	$34,155	$16.42	7
   17	American Pool	$33,979	$16.34
   18	Gold Medal, Ltd.	$33,781	$16.24	2
   19	Vacasa	$33,700	$16.20
   20	Ryan Homes	$33,623	$16.16

4. Writing a pool service technician job description

   A pool service technician job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of a pool service technician job description:

   Pool service technician job description example

   **Willowbrook IL S Madison St, Willowbrook, Illinois, United States**
   
   Service
   
   Requisition # 2101890
   
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   *****This is not an application for a specific opening - You are opting into a Talent Community and letting Trane know you are interested in a Technician position at one of our Illinois locations*****
   
   At Trane Technologies we Challenge Possible. Our brands - including Trane and Thermo King - create access to cooling and comfort in buildings and homes, transport and protect food and perishables, connect customers to elevated performance with less environmental impact, dramatically reduce energy demands and carbon emissions, and innovate with a better world in mind. We boldly challenge what's possible for a sustainable world.
   
   Technician team at Trane, you can be the primary contact for Trane customers in a defined market with a diverse commercial base including Healthcare, Process Manufacturing Facilities, Education Institutions, and Office Complexes. This consists of commissioning, troubleshooting, repairing, and starting up HVAC systems in a commercial environment, as well as affording you the opportunity to work with internal and external partners ranging from new facility set ups to existing facility retro fits.
   
   Why Trane Is The Best Company for HVAC Field Technicians:
   
   + Late model, clean, and dependable company vehicle, high speed laptop, and smart phone
   
   + Unlimited opportunities for career development and promotions
   
   + Trane is recognized worldwide as the brand standard for HVAC and Building Controls Systems
   
   + World Class continuing education, featuring Manufacturer (OEM) Level Training
   
   + Company-wide commitment to promoting a strong work/life balance
   
   We are always in search of talented Field Service Technicians to join our Service Department and we have positions that become available in many locations across Wisconsin throughout the year. Please join our Talent Community so we can directly share information about Trane Technologies and new Technician opportunities in the future.
   
   We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs that help our employees thrive in both their professional and personal lives. We are proud of our winning culture which is inclusive and respectful at its core. We share passion for serving customers, caring for others, and boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world.
   
   We are committed to achieving workforce diversity reflective of our communities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.

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5. Post your job

   To find the right pool service technician for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with pool service technicians they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit pool service technicians who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your pool service technician job on Zippia to find and recruit pool service technician candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with pool service technician candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new pool service technician

   Once you've decided on a perfect pool service technician candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new pool service technician. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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