Lifeguard

Payson City•Payson, UT

8h•Onsite

About The Position

Under supervision of the Pool Manager and head lifeguard, performs a variety of pool-side and water safety duties as needed to assure safe us of pool facilities. Monitors water activities to assure safety and prevent accident or injury to patrons. Enforces pool and facility rules and regulations.

Requirements

Must be at least 15 years of age.
Must be Red Cross certified as a lifeguard.
Must be Red Cross certified in first aid and CPR for the Professional Rescuer.
Must be able to pass a Payson City Pool prepared swim test.
Knowledge of: The principles and methods used in lifesaving including modern method of approaching, breaking holds, and carrying people; standard techniques of resuscitation and other first aid measures; swimming pool sanitary regulations and their use; and the rules and regulations governing the conduct of people at a swimming pool or swimming area.
Ability to: Demonstrate advanced swimming skills; establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, and demonstrate good judgment and decision making.
Skill in: Skill in strong swimming and lifesaving.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

Supervises swimmers in the pool and on decks.
Oversees patron's swimming ability and provides monitoring.
Enforces rules and regulations of the pools.
Reports safety issues and hazards to appropriate personnel.
Provides first aid, CPR, and assistance in and out of water as necessary; handles emergencies as required.
Prepares records, accident report, and other administrative paperwork.
Maintains pool area, cleans decks and cleans drains.
Removes all unnecessary equipment from the pool areas, locker rooms, first said station; monitors safety and cleanliness in all wet areas.
Maintains clean environment; performs janitorial duties as required or assigned to include body fluid cleanup sanitizing area and light housekeeping.
Perform other duties as assigned.