Lifeguard (CAS/PT - Less than 19 hours/week)

City of Grapevine; Grapevine (TX); On-site; USD 16,531,000 - 22,042,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Grapevine is seeking a Lifeguard to prevent accidents, enforce pool rules, respond to emergencies, and assist in promoting patron safety and positive public relations at the facility.

The role requires strong swimming and effective communication, with responsibilities including safety enforcement, daily pool maintenance, and participation in in-services. Minimum age 15 and required certifications are listed in the job requirements.

Qualifications

• Must hold StarGuard ELITE Lifeguard certification.
• Emergency Oxygen Certification within 6 months of hire.
• Minimum age 15.
• Background check clearance required.
• Pre-employment drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Prevent rule violations at the pool and surrounding areas.
• Identify and respond to emergencies and administer care as needed.
• Perform general maintenance around the pool area.
• Collect fees and promote positive relations with pool users.
• Attend weekly in-services as directed by the department.
• Ensure the safety of aquatic patrons.
• Uphold department procedures and enforce safety standards.
• Maintain regular and timely attendance.
• Interact professionally with the public and coworkers.

Skills

Strong swimmer

Oral communication

Customer service

Ability to work outdoors

Professionalism

Education

StarGuard ELITE Lifeguard certification

Emergency Oxygen Certification

Minimum age 15

Background check clearance

Pre-employment drug screen

Job description

Responsible for preventing, identifying, and responding to accidents/injuries. A Lifeguard must be punctual, fair, consistent, knowledgeable and professional. Responsible for ensuring patron and swimmer safety. In addition, will assist pool management to develop strategies leading to the accomplishment of division goals.

1. Determines, enforces and prevents rule violations in and around the pool or pertaining to the facility.

2. Identifies and responds to emergency situations and administer care.

3. Performs general maintenance in and around the pool.

4. Responsible for collection of fees and promoting public relations with pool users.

5. Attends all weekly in-services as directed by the department.

6. Ensures the safety of aquatic patrons.

7. Performs related duties as directed when such duties are a logical and appropriate assignment to the position.

8. Regular and timely attendance are required for this position.

9. Interacts professionally and respectfully with the public, coworkers, and others in the course of daily work.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

• Must have effective oral communication skills and be a strong swimmer.
• Ability to work outside in inclement weather, including high heat and humidity, for multiple hours with few breaks.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Must have good written and oral communication skills and be able to communicate effectively with pool patrons.
• Must be able to demonstrate excellent customer service skills.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum age 15.
• No lifeguarding experience required.
• StarGuard ELITE Lifeguard certification required prior to performing Lifeguard duties.
• Emergency Oxygen Certification required within 6 months of hire or at earliest available opportunity thereafter.
• Certifications must be maintained while employed in the job.
• Must pass a Federal/National criminal background check.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Bright/dim light
• Wet or humid conditions
• Extreme noise levels
• Fumes and/or noxious odors
• Heights
• Toxic/caustic chemicals
• Other extreme hazards not listed above

Safety equipment is provided and must be worn as required by department procedures and good safety practices.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job entails moderate physical labor, which requires strength and agility. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently is required to stand; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, swim or crawl; and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must occasionally lift, shovel, and carry 15 to 50 pounds and exert up to 45 pounds of force. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the job requirements change.