Lifeguard Trainee Closes: 12/7/26

Lake Havasu City • Lake Havasu City, AZ

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Lake Havasu City’s Department of Parks and Recreation is hiring part-time Lifeguard Trainees to support daily operations at the Aquatic Center. Trainees learn rescue techniques, CPR, first aid, and water-safety skills under certified lifeguards, and assist with safety duties while helping keep the pools safe and welcoming. Training is provided; no lifeguard certification is required to apply.

The role is scheduled for early morning shifts from 4:00 AM to 9:00 AM. Availability for those hours is strongly preferred, and regular attendance, punctuality, and dependability are important. Continued employment depends on completing the Lifeguard Certification Class and obtaining the required certifications within 14 calendar days. The position pays $15.48 per hour and is part-time without benefits.

Requirements

• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Be a strong and confident swimmer.
• Be self-motivated and willing to learn, alert, reliable, and team-minded.
• Complete the Lifeguard Certification Class and obtain, within 14 calendar days, lifeguard, first aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, and Automated External Defibrillator certifications issued by nationally recognized certifying agencies.
• Pass the required swimming and water-rescue skills test, including swimming 150 yards, treading water for two minutes, swimming an additional 50 yards, and retrieving a 10-pound object from a depth of 7 to 10 feet.
• Have a valid driver’s license of the appropriate class.
• Attend the scheduled onboarding process and Lifeguard Certification Class; no makeup dates are allowed for the listed processes.

Nice To Haves

• Availability to work the 4:00 AM to 9:00 AM shift is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Train under certified lifeguards on rescue techniques.
• Learn CPR, first aid, and water-safety skills.
• Assist in keeping Lake Havasu City’s pools safe and welcoming.
• Observe and support safety duties during lifeguard shifts.
• Support daily Aquatic Center operations and help maintain adequate staffing and patron safety.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed