Lifeguard/Deck Guard
About The Position
Make a difference every day — and help keep our swimmers safe. You don’t need competitive swimming experience — what matters most is your ability to stay alert, follow safety procedures, and respond confidently when it counts. Deck Guards play a critical role in maintaining a safe aquatic environment. You’ll actively monitor the pool deck, support swimmers and staff, and respond calmly and effectively to safety situations. Waterworks Aquatics is a premier swim school teaching children (ages 3 months and up) and adults how to swim. Our mission is to educate and motivate individuals to be safer and learn proper swimming technique. Safety is the foundation of everything we do.
Requirements
- Passion — you genuinely care about the safety and well-being of children and families.
- Adaptability — you stay alert and adjust quickly as pool conditions or situations change.
- Self-Responsibility — you remain attentive on deck and take ownership of safety at all times.
- Approachability — you’re welcoming, calm, and able to communicate clearly with families and teammates.
- Integrity — you consistently follow safety procedures, even when no one’s watching.
- You maintain regular and reliable attendance and arrive ready to perform a safety-critical role.
- At least 15 years old; able to swim, tread water, and lift up to 50 lbs when assisting in safety situations.
- First Aid/CPR/AED (Infant/Child/Adult), Lifeguard, and Bloodborne Pathogens certifications — or willingness to obtain with our guidance.
Responsibilities
- Actively monitor assigned swimming areas to ensure guest and student safety.
- Respond quickly and appropriately to swimmers in distress or emergency situations.
- Provide basic first aid and assist with incident response per company protocols.
- Follow and execute Waterworks Aquatics’ Emergency Action Plan.
- Perform opening and closing procedures for the pool deck.
- Maintain pool deck cleanliness and safety, including light maintenance work and periodic restroom checks.
- Communicate guest or facility concerns to management using proper channels.
Benefits
- 401(k) with company match.
- Dental & vision insurance (available for part-time and full-time).
- Paid training (all required training is compensated) and regular performance reviews (every six months).
- Fun culture: appreciation events and company parties.
- Employee discounts and opportunities for advancement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
