Lifeguard

5 Star Supreme•San Marcos, CA

20d

About The Position

The Lifeguard is responsible for ensuring the safety of all of our guests at the Pools and Waterslides at a Carlsbad Resort. Lifeguards must: maintain a diligent watch over families and children, enforce rules with the right balance of firmness and politeness, be ready at all times to perform life-saving functions, perform all of the functions and responsibilities of Pool Attendants as assigned.

Requirements

Passing Skills Test which includes: 5-minute treading water while holding a 10lb brick 100 meter swim in 1:40 minutes or less Passive submerged victim rescue (at 9 ft depth) with removal Adult/Child CPR Swim 25 yards then retrieve a 10 lb brick then return 25 yards and exit the pool
Must be at least 16 years of age

Nice To Haves

High School diploma or GED equivalent preferred
Prior experience lifeguarding a pool in a resort or country club or waterpark facility preferred.
Previous lifeguard experience preferred.
Candidates who have certification are preferred (but not required, we will provide training and certification as needed).
Red Cross Lifeguard Certification preferred
CPR/First Aid/AED (Title 22) Certification preferred
Lifeguard Training
Previous supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain constant surveillance of patrons in the facility.
Act immediately and appropriately to secure safety of patrons in the event of emergency.
Provides emergency care and treatment as required until the arrival of emergency medical services.
Present a professional appearance and attitude at all times.
Maintain a high standard of customer service.
Maintain a clean and safe facility.
Keep appropriate activity reports and daily logs of events.
Handle problems and situations as they arise within the facility to the Operational Supervisor.
Prepare routine administrative paperwork.
React calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Work both independently and in a team environment.