Lifeguard Technician

by Strategic Government Resources, Inc.; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Strategic Government Resources, Inc. is seeking a Lifeguard Technician in Norman, OK. Hours vary with a minimum of 20 hours per week. You will supervise pool operations, enforce safety rules, and provide friendly customer service to patrons.

Qualifications include 18+ years old, ability to swim 300 yards, surface dive to 6’7” for a brick, and ARC Deep Water Lifeguard, CPR, AED and First Aid certifications, with strong communication and emergency readiness.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be able to swim 300 yards.
• Must be able to respond in an emergency at any time.

Responsibilities

• Teach lifeguard classes, CPR classes, and lifeguarding.
• Ensure safety and health of all patrons and enforce regulations.
• Oversee lifeguard staff, pool operations, safety and facility cleanliness.
• Provide excellent customer service and monitor swimmers.

Skills

Oral communication

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Work Period

Hours vary – minimum 20 hours per week

Education and Experience

Must be at least 18 years of age. Must be able to swim a minimum of 300 yards using front crawl and breaststroke, and tread water for 2 minutes. Must be able to surface dive to a depth of 6’7” to retrieve a ten-pound brick and exit the pool unassisted without using the ladder. Must be able to respond in an emergency at any time.

Licenses and Certifications

Must possess and maintain current American Red Cross Deep Water Lifeguard, CPR, AED, and First Aid Certifications from the American Red Cross. Job offer for Lifeguard Technician position will be contingent upon satisfactory performance of skills/knowledge of lifeguard material.

Skills

Must have good oral communication skills. Interpersonal skills necessary to be courteous of fellow employees and customers while performing duties. Work well with young children and adults.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Functions: Responsible for teaching lifeguard classes, CPR classes, and lifeguarding. Responsible for the safety and health of all patrons and enforcement of all facility and agency regulations and policies; assist in overseeing lifeguard staff, pool operations, safety and facility cleanliness. Provides lifeguarding, life safety support, teaching water safety skills, and providing great customer service. Maintains concentrated observation of swimmers in duty area in order to anticipate problems. Enforces all policies and regulations; and participates in regular in-service training. Keep pool deck, spectator stands, bathrooms, and guard office clean and safe from hazards. Additional duties that may be assigned.

Mental and Physical Abilities

Must be able to lift no less than 50lbs. Job offer for Lifeguard position will be contingent upon satisfactory performance of skills/knowledge of lifeguard material.

Working Conditions

Work is performed indoors exposed to humid temperatures extremes, noisy, and hot in the facility.

Additional Information

Selected applicants must pass background investigation, physical examination, and drug screen. The work period of 20 hours per week (minimum) is flexible but is expected.