Pool Builder

A Pool Builder constructs and installs swimming pools and associated features, working on residential and commercial projects. You might work on-site, collaborating with clients to design and plan the pool layout. Your role involves excavating, forming, and reinforcing the pool structure, as well as installing plumbing, electrical systems, and finishing surfaces. You’ll ensure all work meets safety standards and adheres to building codes.

Pool Builders play a key role in creating functional and aesthetically pleasing pools. You'll need to have strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work with various construction materials. You'll also need good communication skills to liaise with clients and other tradespeople to ensure the project runs smoothly and meets client expectations.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $62,400
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a pool builder?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
Recommended
CPC40820

Certificate IV in Swimming Pool and Spa Building
Blended, Online, Traineeship
3 - 24 months
$0 - $5,580
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Pool Builder Pool Technician
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Pool Builder Pool Technician
CPC40120

Certificate IV in Building and Construction
Blended, On Campus, Online
16 months
$750 - $9,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Construction Supervisor Site Foreman Building Contractor
Rigger Bricklayer Planning Officer Infrastructure Engineer Structural Project Manager Scaffolder Mobile Crane Operator Electrical Fitter Glazier Carpenter Wall and Ceiling Installer Construction Worker (Water Infrastructure) Apprentice Bricklayer Construction Worker Roof Tiler Shopfitter Asbestos Supervisor Pool Builder Facade Engineer
+ 19 more
UEE30820

Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician
Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
1 - 4 years
$0 - $28,030
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Electrician Electrical Estimator Signal Technician
Apprentice Electrician Systems Electrician Pool Technician Pool Builder
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Electrician Electrical Estimator Signal Technician Apprentice Electrician Systems Electrician Pool Technician Pool Builder + 4 more
CPC32420

Certificate III in Plumbing
Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
12 - 48 months
$0 - $32,285
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Plumber Drainer Gasfitter
Sprinkler Fitter Pipelayer Construction Worker (Water Infrastructure) Roof Plumber Pool Builder
+ 5 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Plumber Drainer Gasfitter Sprinkler Fitter Pipelayer Construction Worker (Water Infrastructure) Roof Plumber Pool Builder + 5 more
CPC30320

Certificate III in Concreting
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
3 - 24 months
$0 - $19,959
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Concreter Blocklayer Asbestos Removalist
Pool Builder
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Concreter Blocklayer Asbestos Removalist Pool Builder + 1 more
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Related occupations

Pool Technician

A Pool Technician maintains pools and spas, checks chemical levels, services systems, and manages repairs, ensuring water quality and safety.

Avg yearly income $64,480
Skill level Beginner

Further reading

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