Lifeguard

24 Hour Fitness USA • Scarsdale, NY

2d

About The Position

The Lifeguard ensures a safe and enjoyable swimming environment for patrons in alignment with 24 Hour Fitness Standards of Excellence. The role focuses on accident prevention, continuous supervision, and effective emergency response. Lifeguards maintain a clean, safe, and orderly pool area, communicate professionally with staff and members, and follow company policies and procedures.

Lifeguards must hold a current American Red Cross or equivalent Lifeguarding or Shallow Water Lifeguarding Certification, including First Aid and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer. The posting also describes separate supervisor qualifications, including a Lifeguard Supervisor or American Red Cross Lifeguard Management Certification. Additional requirements include at least six months of prior lifeguard experience, current CPR/AED certification, and the ability to perform specified swimming and rescue tasks. Travel is not required.

Requirements

• Hold a current American Red Cross or equivalent Lifeguarding or Shallow Water Lifeguarding Certification, including First Aid and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer.
• Have a current CPR/AED Certification.
• Have a minimum of six months of prior experience as a lifeguard.
• Know and be able to apply lifeguarding surveillance and rescue techniques.
• Be able to act quickly and decisively in emergencies.
• Be able to communicate safety information clearly and concisely.
• Maintain a professional demeanor, particularly in emergencies.
• Be reliable, consistent, and alert.
• Be familiar with facility policies, procedures, and rules.
• Be able to communicate verbally in English; this is listed among the supervisor candidate prerequisites.
• Be able to swim, bend, squat, jump, walk, talk, run, and dive as needed.
• Be proficient in all swim strokes and lifeguarding techniques.
• Be able to swim 274 meters without stopping.
• Be able to tread water for a minimum of two minutes using only the legs.
• Be able to dive to retrieve a 10-pound object from 7–10 feet of water, return to the surface, and swim back to the starting point holding the object with both hands.

Nice To Haves

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Mature and well-groomed.
• Positive attitude and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous, undistracted visual supervision of patrons in designated areas.
• Minimize and eliminate hazardous situations or behaviors.
• Enforce facility rules and regulations to promote safety.
• Recognize and respond effectively to emergencies.
• Rescue swimmers in danger of drowning and administer lifesaving care when needed.
• Administer first aid or CPR when required.
• Notify team members and facility staff when additional assistance or equipment is needed.
• Educate patrons about safety rules and guidelines.
• Communicate professionally with staff and members.
• Complete and submit required reports promptly.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly pool area.
• Properly store and maintain pool equipment.
• Attend required training and meetings.
• Maintain current CPR and Lifeguard certifications in accordance with local health department regulations.
• Adhere to 24 Hour Fitness company policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• Medical coverage.
• Dental coverage.
• 401(k) with match for qualifying positions.
• Free gym membership.
• Discounts on products and personal training.
• Employee Resource Groups and opportunities to participate in community events in person and virtually.

What This Job Offers

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