Certified Lifeguard

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionAre you looking for a great job where the work is actually fun? Are you passionate about making a difference and impacting families and communities in a positive way? Do you want to be part of a company that puts people first, has fun, and is growing rapidly? You’ve come to the right place At Saf-T-Swim, we impact families’ lives every day. We help swimmers of all ages reach (and exceed) their goals. We teach life-saving swimming skills, but we have fun while we do it. We get to work with children, so each day is full of smiles, laughter, and even the ability to be a little silly at times. Our team gets paid to make a splash, literally We love our employees and reward hard work. We offer paid training and flexible shifts that are perfect for students, parents, or anyone that wants to grab extra hours without working late nights.
We strive to give every child the opportunity to learn the life-saving skill of swimming from passionate, fully trained instructors so they are safer, stronger, and more confident in the water for a lifetime.
Lifeguard Job Requirements and Responsibilities

· Supervises swimming activities at the aquatics facility and ensures that policies, guidelines, and safety procedures are followed.

· Warns swimmers of improper activities or danger and enforces pool regulations and water safety policies.

· Administers first aid in the event of injury, rescues swimmers in distress or danger of drowning, and administers CPR and/or artificial respiration, if necessary.

· Evaluates conditions for safety and initiates aquatics emergency action plan as required.

· Inspects pool facilities, equipment, and water to ensure that they are safe and usable.

· Supervises and assists in cleaning the pool and related facilities and equipment, assists with chlorine residual water tests and with records and charts of water tests and records of accidents, and adds chemicals to pool water as directed.

· Instructs or assists classes in fundamentals of swimming as needed.

· Resolves scheduling conflicts to ensure safe pool environment when competing programs/priorities require use of aquatic facilities.

Benefits and Work Schedule

· Flexible Schedule We know you're busy - We'll work with you to make sure you have exactly the hours you want and need

· Full-Time, Part-Time and Seasonal Hours available Benefits include: Sick Leave, PTO, Health Insurance, Dental Insurance and Vision Insurance for Full-Time employees working 30+ hours/week

· We want to make sure that you feel appreciated and compensated for the time and energy you put into your job

· Great Culture We strive to make sure work is fun and enjoyable, and that you look forward to coming in and seeing your kids every day

· Great opportunity for growth We love looking within for people with strong leadership skills and a desire for advancement

Lifeguard Skills and Qualifications

· Knowledge and ability to evaluate water conditions at aquatics facilities, at the beach/ocean, or other offsite natural pools, streams, or rivers to determine any potential dangers or hazards

· Ability to adjust programs as necessary to ensure the safety of the visitors and other staff

· Swimming proficiency and comfort in all types of water conditions

· Ability to judge and evaluate evolving dynamics of individuals participating in aquatic activities to immediately assess their capabilities and threats to their safety

· Knowledge of on-site protocols, operational procedures, and safety policies

· Knowledge of methods and techniques for providing on-site emergency medical services

Education / Experience / Certification Requirements

· High school diploma or equivalent

· Minimum of 6 months of related work experience

· Certified Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certificate, or equivalent

· American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer, or equivalent

· American Red Cross Standard First Aid, or equivalent

We are hiring quickly, and positions are filling fast, so apply today

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