Lifeguard (Part-Time)

Town of Brookline • Brookline, MA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Evelyn Kirrane Aquatics Center in Brookline is accepting applications for several part-time Certified Lifeguards. Applicants must have current certifications in American Red Cross Lifeguard Training (or equivalent); American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer (or equivalent) and be a minimum of 16 years old. The Evelyn Kirrane Aquatics Center will provide a FREE American Red Cross Lifeguard Training certification course for qualified lifeguard candidates, provided you work for a minimum of 6 hours per week for a minimum of 6 months after completion of the course. Potential candidates must be at least 16 years of age at the time of hire and be able to complete the following: 300 yard continuous swim with rhythmic breathing Timed Event under 1 minute & 40 seconds: o Swim 20 yards o Surface dive (feet or head first) to retrieve a 10lb brick o Swim 20 yards on back holding the 10lb brick over the chest o Place brick on the side of the pool o Climb out of the pool without the use of a ladder or stairs Tread water for 2 minutes with only the use of legs (no arms/hands). Several shifts available: early mornings, day time/afternoons, evenings, and weekends possible. Excellent working conditions and starting pay is $20.00 hourly. Please apply asap. Positions open until filled.

Requirements

• Current American Red Cross Lifeguard Training certification (or equivalent).
• Current American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer certification (or equivalent).
• Minimum of 16 years of age at the time of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Willingness to work a minimum of 6 hours per week for a minimum of 6 months after completion of the certification course to receive a FREE American Red Cross Lifeguard Training certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform lifeguard duties to ensure patron safety.
• Complete a 300-yard continuous swim with rhythmic breathing.
• Complete a timed event including a 20-yard swim, surface dive for a 10lb brick, swim 20 yards on back with the brick, place brick on pool side, and climb out of the pool without a ladder or stairs, all under 1 minute and 40 seconds.
• Tread water for 2 minutes using only legs.

Benefits

• FREE American Red Cross Lifeguard Training certification course for qualified candidates who commit to working 6 hours/week for 6 months post-certification.
• Excellent working conditions
• $20.00 hourly starting pay

What This Job Offers

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