Lifeguard - Erie

Barber National Institute; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a Lifeguard to ensure safety in a welcoming aquatic environment. Responsibilities include overseeing pool safety, assisting with swim instruction, and performing maintenance duties. Ideal candidates are certified, responsible, and passionate about water safety.

Benefits

Highmark Medical and Mental Health

Free Delta Dental Coverage

Free Davis Vision Coverage

Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance

401K Retirement Savings option

Employee Referral Bonus program

Student Loan Forgiveness

Discounted on-site weekday childcare

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid Lifeguard Certification required.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Oversee pool safety and assist swim instructors.
• Perform pool maintenance and chemical readings.
• Respond to emergencies and administer First Aid.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Customer Service

Teamwork

Reliability

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Are you passionate about water safety and helping others? The Barber National Institute is seeking a Lifeguard to ensure a safe, clean, and welcoming aquatic environment for children and adults. This role is responsible for overseeing pool safety, supporting swim instruction, performing light maintenance duties, and providing excellent customer service. If you’re certified, responsible, and enthusiastic about making a difference, we want you on our team.

What you’ll bring:

• A proactive and safety-first mindset.
• Strong attention to detail and quick response skills in emergency situations.
• Friendly and professional customer service with patrons of all ages.
• A team-oriented attitude with flexibility to support various pool-related tasks.
• Reliability and accountability in daily operations and shift responsibilities.

What you’ll have:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid and current Lifeguard Certification.
• Possesses current First Aid and CPR certification (or has the ability to pass certifications).
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Eligibility for FBI Clearance, State Police Criminal Record Check, and Child Abuse History Clearance.

A typical day may include:

• Guarding the pool during use to ensure safety at all times.
• Assisting swim instructors with maintaining class order and organizing equipment.
• Taking and recording chemical readings (chlorine, pH, temperature) at scheduled intervals.
• Performing pool and deck maintenance including vacuuming, scrubbing, and tidying up.
• Checking in patrons, handling payments, writing receipts, and answering questions.
• Raising or lowering the pool floor and assisting individuals entering/exiting the pool.
• Responding to accidents, administering First Aid, and reporting incidents as needed.
• Tracking census and reconciling money collected during shifts.
• Supporting the Aquatic Director with additional duties as assigned.

Perks with a Purpose

Our benefits are created with YOU in mind.

Healthcare

• Highmark Medical and Mental Health
• Free Delta Dental Coverage
• Free Davis Vision Coverage
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

Financial Well-being

• 401K Retirement Savings option
• On-Demand Pay
• Employee Referral Bonus program
• Student Loan Forgiveness
• College Scholarship & Tuition Discounts
• Employee Discounts

Life & Family Support

• Free Life Insurance
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• LifeSolutions Employee Assistance Program
• Erie Campus - discounted on-site weekday childcare
• Employee discounts for select events and services

Who is Barber National Institute?

The Barber National Institute is a non-profit committed to its mission of providing the highest quality services for children and adults with autism, intellectual disabilities or behavioral health challenges and their families. Since our founding in 1952, we have evolved into a multi-faceted organization serving more than 6,200 individuals annually with a wide range of educational, vocational, residential and behavioral health programs.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. If you need an accommodation to apply, please contact HR. EOE