LIFEGUARD

City of Bellaire; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 1,378,000 - 2,204,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Bellaire is hiring lifeguards to maintain pool safety and assist patrons with programs and classes. Responsibilities include enforcing rules, performing rescues, and providing first aid and CPR as needed.

The role requires completion of Lifeguarding with CPR/AED for professional rescuers and First Aid, and applicants must be at least 15 years old. Seasonal Fall/Winter availability is required.

Qualifications

• Must be age 15 or older on date of hire.
• Lifeguarding certification with CPR/AED for professional rescuers and First Aid.
• Ability to maintain alertness and respond quickly to emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Enforce pool rules and ensure safety of patrons.
• Perform rescues, extrications, and provide first aid/CPR as required.
• Respond to emergencies following procedures.
• Maintain facility cleanliness and routine maintenance tasks.
• Monitor and document pool chemical levels (chlorine, pH).
• Set up and breakdown tables and chairs for events or trainings.
• Document operational checklists and maintenance records.

Skills

Safety awareness

First Aid

CPR/AED

Customer service

Teamwork

Facility maintenance

Tools

AED

Water testing equipment

Job description

LIFEGUARD functions include but are not limited to the following:Safety Enforcement:Maintain order in the pool and surrounding areas by enforcing facility rules and regulations.Caution swimmers regarding unsafe practices and safety hazards.Perform rescues, extrications, and provide first-aid, CPR/AED as required to ensure patron safety.Emergency Response:Respond quickly, intelligently, and decisively to emergencies, following established emergency and accident management procedures.Maintain excellent physical condition to perform duties effectively and attend/participate in all required staff meetings and training sessions.Customer Service:Meet and greet customers, assisting and directing them to appropriate facilities or programs.Handle customer issues and complaints professionally and in a timely manner, demonstrating thorough knowledge of department programs and activities.Facility Maintenance:Ensure facility cleanliness by performing janitorial and maintenance duties, including trash removal, restroom cleaning, and floor maintenance.Perform maintenance tasks as needed to ensure pool cleanliness, such as vacuuming the pool and scrubbing pool plaster and tile.Equipment and Chemical Monitoring:Check pool chemicals such as chlorine and pH levels routinely, documenting the results.Inspect and ensure the availability and operation of emergency equipment, including safety lines, AED, pool drains, ladders, and play features.Setup and Breakdown:Set up and break down tables and chairs for classes, trainings, or meetings as needed.Documentation:Document all operational checklists and check sheets, including pool opening, play feature, safety, daily operational, cleaning, and maintenance lists.Contribute to the team effort by performing other related duties as assigned.NOTE: Currently hiring Lifeguards who are available to work in the fall/winter season, especially those who have week-day availability.Minimum Requirements:Must be age 15 or older on date of hireMust successfully complete the following certification:Lifeguarding with CPR/AED for professional rescuers and First Aid Certificate