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An established industry player in recreational facilities is seeking dedicated Lifeguards for the summer season. This role involves ensuring the safety of pool visitors, performing water rescues, and providing excellent customer service. Lifeguards will also maintain cleanliness and enforce pool regulations. Ideal candidates will possess a Starguard Elite Lifeguard Certification and have strong communication skills. Join a vibrant team and enjoy valuable benefits while making a positive impact on the community during the busy summer months.
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Responsible for ensuring the safety of visitors including monitoring and safeguarding the conduct/activities of pool patrons. Will perform water rescues, administer follow-up procedures and first aid, and make proper use of lifesaving equipment and techniques. Provides customer service to patrons, including handling customer conflict and complaints, and assisting with the general maintenance and cleanliness of the pool, pool area, and locker rooms. Will enforce pool policies, rules, and regulations and assist with aquatic program and pool operation.
A prerequisite to being considered for employment is a passing grade in all portions of Starguard Elite Lifeguard Certification. The Starguard Elite Lifeguard Certification course is offered through many park districts. Our District offers this course for which you may register through our District. Attendance in this course must be done before employment and will be subject to a fee of $75 payable by the student.
Candidates must possess the ability to carry out water rescues and administer first aid, and CPR. Must be able to communicate courteously and firmly when interacting with pool patrons, use sound judgment in their decision-making with maturity and focus. Selected individuals need to be at least 15 years of age. Lifeguards must attend four hours of in-service training each month to maintain certifications. Candidates will be paid for their in-person portion of their lifeguard training.
May through September (Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend). Hours and shifts vary between 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM daily up to 40 hours per week. Job training begins in April/May.
Our employees enjoy a multitude of facility benefits valued up to $6,000, such as:
Select the following link to view all of the amazing benefits we offer: Employment Opportunities - Excellent Benefits
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