Lifeguard

Birmingham Ymca • Hoover, AL

213d • $14

About The Position

This position is responsible for supervising the aquatic facility and/or aquatic activities to secure and ensure the safety of all those involved. The lifeguard also maintains all areas in and around the aquatic facility. These duties will be performed while practicing the “Y” values of Caring, Honesty, Respect and Responsibility.

Requirements

• Current Red Cross or YMCA Lifeguard Certification.
• Some previous experience is desired.
• Must be mature and dependable.
• Must be 15 years of age or older.
• Maintain a YMCA or Red Cross certification in CPR for the Professional Rescuer/1st Aid, AED, Lifeguarding.
• Reasoning ability, able to follow instructions.
• Customer service skills.
• Able to prioritize and multitask.
• Leadership skills.
• Basic problem solving skills.
• Ability to provide feedback.
• Ability to supervise.
• Ability to organize.

Responsibilities

• Know and enforce aquatic rules, procedures, policies, and guidelines.
• Wash deck, maintain cleanliness and keep deck free of obstructions.
• Maintain constant surveillance of water and pool deck areas.
• Take and record chemical readings.
• Dress appropriately for guarding duties - YMCA lifeguard shirt, swim suit (red, black or navy), name tag, whistle, fanny pack.
• Responsible for dealing with patrons' concerns and needs in a professional manner.
• Report problems and violations to the supervisor.
• Handle equipment as assigned.
• Arrive on time to begin shift.
• Take ownership of the pool and responsibilities.
• In the event of an absence, find a substitute and inform the supervisor as soon as possible.
• Secure pool facility at the close of business and when the pool is not in use, inspect aquatic facility when opening pool for any problem areas.
• Maintain cleanliness of aquatics activity/area/facility.
• Report injuries to the supervisor and fill out the required and appropriate forms.
• Attend all scheduled staff meetings.
• Take directions from Head Lifeguards and/or Aquatics Coordinator.
• Be knowledgeable of and promote branch programs and membership.
• Perform check of all safety/emergency equipment at start of scheduled shift & alert management of any issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned/required.

Benefits

• $14.00 Hourly

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed