Lifeguard in Training - Paid Certification & Flexible Shifts

DeKalb Health; Maplewood (MN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Free Y membership

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Maplewood Community Center (YMCA) is seeking Lifeguards-in-Training aged 15+ to join our Maplewood team. You will receive paid training and work toward lifeguard certification while gaining valuable customer service experience in a supportive environment.

Shifts include early mornings and afternoons with flexible 2–4 hour blocks. The role offers opportunities to advance to Lifeguard with a higher hourly rate, and includes a YMCA membership benefit as part of the package.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 15.
• Certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Patience and ability to communicate with all ages.
• Ability to swim in shallow and deep water and tread water (Stage 5 level).
• Dedicated to member safety and the YMCA mission.

Responsibilities

• Shadow and assist lifeguards and learn programming and emergency procedures.
• Know, understand, and communicate policies and procedures for the pool, body of water and whirlpool.
• Provide excellent customer service in a safe, enjoyable atmosphere that promotes member safety and satisfaction.

Skills

Swim skills

Customer service

Communication

Safety awareness

Job description

Maplewood Community Center (YMCA) is seeking Lifeguards-in-Training aged 15+ to join our Maplewood team. You will receive paid training and work toward lifeguard certification while gaining valuable customer service experience in a supportive environment.

Shifts include early mornings and afternoons with flexible 2–4 hour blocks. The role offers opportunities to advance to Lifeguard with a higher hourly rate, and includes a YMCA membership benefit as part of the package.