Lifeguard

2 months ago


DeKalb, United States StandGuard Aquatics Full time

Lifeguard responsibilities include providing professional and courteous service to every guest, ensuring safety of all patrons by preventing and responding to emergencies, and promote order through administrative duties and facility upkeep. Enforce policies, rules, and regulations of all pool areas to maintain our patrons’ wellbeing and comfort.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Monitor activities at the pool to prevent accidents, and to ensure safety of all guests while in the pool or pool areas.- Caution and educate swimmers regarding unsafe practices and safety hazards; enforce and adhere to pool rules and regulations.-
- Provide a high level of safety by preventing accidents and saving lives in all scenarios; rescue swimmers in danger of drowning; and, administer first aid when necessary.-
- Maintain constant surveillance of patrons in the facility, as well act immediately and appropriately to secure safety of patrons in the event of emergency.-
- Respond quickly, intelligently, decisively, and in accordance with established emergency and accident management procedures.-
- Be alert and use logical thinking to assess a situation where life and safety may be at risk.-
- Responsible for the availability and safekeeping of emergency equipment.-
- Must adhere to practices of occupational safety and health.-
- Greet all guests in a courteous manner in accordance with department operating standards.-
- Recognize and respond to all situations safely and promptly.-
- Inspect, monitor, and maintain facilities for cleanliness; perform general pool cleaning and maintenance duties.-
- Keep immediate supervisor informed of all problems or unusual events and/or refer difficult situations to their attention for handling.-
- Maintain health and sanitation standards of the facility.-
- Maintain a professional demeanor and a great attitude.-
- Attend and participate in staff meeting/inservice trainings- Perform all tasks accurately and in a timely manner.
- Other duties as assigned.