Lifeguard
About The Position
Join the legacy of excellence at Palma Ceia Golf & Country Club, Tampa Bay’s most prestigious private club since 1916. Located in the heart of the city’s most exclusive neighborhood, Palma Ceia offers a premier experience to its members with a championship golf course, top-notch tennis courts, a modern fitness center, and a luxurious pool. We are committed to creating unforgettable experiences and that’s where YOU come in. About the Role: Your Watchful Eye, Their Ultimate Safety As a Lifeguard at Palma Ceia, you’ll be at the heart of our aquatic operations, ensuring the safety and enjoyment of our members and their guests. Your mission? To maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming pool environment while being ready to spring into action when needed. This role is ideal for vigilant, proactive, and reliable individuals with a passion for poolside safety and creating positive experiences.
Requirements
- Must be at least 16 years old.
- Hold and maintain current certifications in Lifeguard Training, First Aid, CPR PRO, and AED (from accredited organizations like the American Red Cross, YMCA, or others).
- Demonstrate physical and mental stamina to perform rescues, remain alert, and stay active throughout your shift.
- Comfortable swimming and performing physically demanding rescue tasks.
- Ability to lift and move up to 40+ pounds and perform repetitive motion activities like walking, kneeling, and bending.
- Excellent vision and hearing to detect distress signals and respond to emergencies effectively.
- Maintain an active posture, transitioning between sitting, standing, and walking every five minutes.
- This position requires working outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, sun exposure, humidity, and occasional rain.
- Lifeguards must remain alert and physically active for extended periods, including standing, walking, and swimming.
- The role involves exposure to pool chemicals and direct sunlight, and may include loud noise levels during peak times.
Nice To Haves
- Six months to one year of experience as a certified lifeguard.
Responsibilities
- Monitor swimmers with unwavering focus, perform rescues, administer first aid, and respond to emergencies with confidence.
- Keep the pool area in pristine condition by maintaining cleanliness, organizing deck furniture, and ensuring pool equipment is in top shape.
- Enforce pool rules consistently, clearly, and courteously to create a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for everyone.
- Build positive relationships with members and guests, providing guidance with a smile and answering any questions they may have.
- Scan the pool every 10 seconds, staying alert to detect any distress signals or emergencies.
- Assist with opening and closing tasks, ensuring the pool area is always event-ready.
- Complete detailed incident/accident reports promptly and accurately.
- Report necessary repairs or damages and show initiative in learning basic pool maintenance.
- Participate in staff meetings and ongoing training to stay sharp and prepared.
- Step into other related duties as assigned by management.
Benefits
- Enjoy complimentary staff meals during your shifts.
- Participate in exclusive employee events and appreciation days.
- Work in a supportive, positive, and team-focused environment.
- Take advantage of free onsite parking for added convenience.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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