Aquatics Lifeguard

Life Time, Inc.; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Aquatics Lifeguard, where your safety-minded approach and customer service skills will shine. In this dynamic role, you will oversee both indoor and outdoor pools, ensuring a safe and enjoyable environment for all members. Your responsibilities include monitoring the pool area, assisting with exciting events, and providing first aid when necessary. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a fast-paced setting while making a positive impact on the community. Enjoy a range of benefits, including a fully subsidized membership and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Fully subsidized membership

Discounts on products and services

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Training and professional development opportunities

Paid sick leave

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave and adoption assistance

Qualifications

• Must be Lifeguard and First Aid Certified.
• Ability to swim 300 yards continuously and retrieve a diving brick.

Responsibilities

• Monitor pool deck and ensure safety of swimmers.
• Greet and interact with members, addressing inquiries.

Skills

Customer Service

Effective Communication

Swimming Skills

First Aid

Lifeguard Certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position Summary

As an Aquatics Lifeguard, you must be safety-minded and customer service-oriented. You will work in a fast-paced environment overseeing state-of-the-art recreational and lap pools, both indoor and outdoor. Your responsibilities include monitoring the pool deck, maintaining water slide safety, and assisting with aquatics events such as "Dive in Movies" and "Poolapalooza."

Job Duties and Responsibilities

1. Greet and interact with members
2. Rescue swimmers in danger of drowning and administer first aid
3. Ensure swimmers are aware of potentially dangerous swim areas and activities
4. Keep the pool area clean and orderly to ensure member safety

Position Requirements

• Working towards a High School Diploma or GED
• Lifeguard and First Aid Certified
• Ability to work in a stationary position and move about the club for prolonged periods
• Effective communication skills to address guest inquiries about Life Time products and services
• Swim 300 yards/meters continuously
• Ability to tread water for 1 minute
• Swim and retrieve a 10 lb diving brick from the pool bottom and bring it to the surface
• Ability to bend routinely to lift more than 20 lbs

Preferred Requirements

• 6 months of customer service experience

Pay

This hourly position offers wages starting at $16.00 and up to $19.00, depending on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

All team members working at Life Time receive the following benefits:

• Fully subsidized membership
• Discounts on products and services
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match (for those 21 and older)
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Paid sick leave as required by law

Full-time team members are also eligible for additional benefits such as:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending and dependent care plans
• Parental leave and adoption assistance
• Paid time off, including 5 to 20 vacation days per year based on tenure
• Deferred compensation plan, subject to income thresholds

Life Time is committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace that values every individual’s contributions. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring, training, and promoting based on merit and qualifications.