COMMERCIAL SWIMMING POOL MAINTENANCE SERVICES

2026-11-03

Contractor Responsibilities 1 . Pool Management • Prepare for and work with Los Angeles County Department of Public Health for annual pool openings . • Start up and calibrate pool controllers . • Balance water chemistry ( alkalinity , calcium hardness , pH ). • Achieve proper water clarity ( metal remover , clarifier ). • Brush all pool surfaces . • Ensure chlorine and pH levels meet inspection requirements . • Fill pools to proper operating levels . • Vacuum pools to required cleanliness standards . • Clean , wash , and apply protectant to slides and fiberglass equipment . • Adjust variable - speed drive pumps as needed . 2 . Water Management Water Chemistry Maintenance • Test pH , chlorine , calcium hardness , alkalinity , and stabilizer levels . • Load chemical feeders and manually add chemicals ( calcium , soda ash , bicarb , etc .) when needed . • Program , calibrate , and clean controller automation systems . Recordkeeping • Record all water chemistry test results for each visit . • Document maintenance activities : pump basket cleaning , filter backwashing , etc . • Document recommended repairs and repairs completed . Routine Mechanical Tasks • Clean pump strainer baskets each visit or as needed . • Clean skimmer baskets each visit or as needed . • Backwash filters ( see Sand Filtration section ). • Communicate all operational or mechanical concerns to the Parks Maintenance Supervisor . • Provide annual operational training to designated City staff . • Maintain chemical inventory and notify the Pool Manager of supply needs . • Provide phone consultation regarding water clarity , chemistry , or mechanical issues as needed . 3 . Sand Media Filtration Maintenance ( All pools use sand media filtration ) Backwashing • Weekly under normal conditions . • Immediately when filter pressure rises 8 – 10 psi above clean starting pressure . • Contractor shall ensure proper backwash cycle length and confirm clarity of discharge water . Rinsing • Perform rinse cycle after every backwash to settle sand and prevent post - backwash clouding

California

2026-05-10