Our Team
This page highlights just a few individuals that make it all possible
Rebecca Jones
Rebecca was born and raised in San Anselmo. After a 2-year sailing adventure in her 20’s, she settled back in Marin in Novato where she owned a restaurant for 10 years.
David Metzger
David started in the pool business as a summer job in high school and continued during college, when the birth of his first child changed his education plans, he chose to continue his career in the pool industry.
Jorge Salazar Bernal
Jorge joined Marin Pool Service in July 2020 as a route technician. Thanks to his strong mechanical aptitude and dedication, he transitioned to our repair team in 2024, where he continues to excel in diagnosing and resolving complex pool equipment issues.
John Albachten
John came to Marin Pool Service with a vast knowledge of pool chemistry from his time as manager of Leslie’s Pool Supply. He not only has a route but is responsible for the “start-up” of our new service accounts.
Bruce Muir
Bruce spent 30 years as a house painter. His attention to detail in second to none. He has apprenticed under David Metzger and has quickly learned many aspects of the trade.
Jane Ciuchta
Jane came to Marin Pool Service with 6 years of experience as a pool route technician. She is very conscientious and cares and always goes the extra mile not only for the customer, but also for the team.
George Wallace
George has been with Marin Pool Service since April of 2019. He is one of our Senior Service Technicians with over 20 years of experience.
Zach Zastrow
Zach has been a pool service technician with Marin Pool Service since May of 2022. He learned the ropes quickly and is a very thorough technician with attention to detail and really cares about his clients, and their pets.
Mike Watson
Mike has been with Marin Pool Service since February 2016. He is a valued part of our repair team, and he is our resident Spa Expert, diagnosing and fixing portable spas.
Stacy Rose
Originally from New Jersey, Stacy moved down to Marin from Washington State and has been with us ever since. Stacy has many years of experience in customer service and brings that strength to our company.
Howard (Howie) Van Lare
- Howie came to us from a custom cabinet shop. He started with the company as a route technician and found a home in our construction department.
Sonoma Pool Service
Meet the Team
Sydney O
Has been in the pool business since 2021. Sydney was born in Oklahoma but grew up in Pennsylvania and Washington DC. One of her favorite periods was working on a farm in Maine, at the age of 19, when she became vegan. She moved to the West Coast in 2012. Pool business for 4 years. Off time likes going to concerts, gardening, and participating in social justice movements.
Dustin P.
Dustin has been working in the pool business for the past 3 years. He was born and raised in the bay area. He has a passion for problem solving and loves to work outside. He enjoys listening to podcasts and books on audible. He spends his free time learning how to be handier on projects around the house, and woodworking. He loves to collect antique wood planes.
Brendan M
Brendan has been in the pool business since 1996 He is a native of Sonoma whose family arrived here in the early 1930s. As lifelong resident he is a local historian who digitally restores old Sonoma photos.
Mikey C
Hired with Sonoma Pool Service in June 2025. Born and raised in Petaluma, I like to spend time with my friends and family whenever I get the chance, favorite hobby is playing video games, fun fact I went to junior college and achieved an associate’s degree in agriculture.
Angel P
Hired June 2025. Angel is new to the pool business but was a quick study and his experience in the automotive industry helps with understanding the working mechanics of the pool. Was born on the island of Puerto Rico. Was raised until 11 years old in Manhattan New York. I have been married for 28 years with 3 children and 1 grandchild. I have been living in Californian since 1986. Hobbies: Fishing, working on cars, building Lego blocks with my kids, and taking long walks.
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Rebecca Jones – Hired 2015
David-Metzger – Hired 2014
Mark Harlan
Jorge Salazar Bernal
John Albachten – Hired 2015
Bruce Muir – Hired 2020
George Wallace
Zach Zastrow
Mike Watson
Sophie Pekic
Kevin Hall 
Howard (Howie) Van Lare 
Alex Cota 
Rudy Reyes 
Chris Cavalerro 
Betty Garmendina
Jane Ciuchta – Hired 2015
Robin Clarke – Hired 2019
Maddi Davidson – Hired 2022
Jay Bergmann – Hired 2023
Summer Venegas – Hired 2017
Jane Doe – Hired 2014