Lifeguard

HealthFitness•West Hartford, CT

5d•Onsite

About The Position

HealthFitness is seeking a part-time, on-call Lifeguard for its client site in West Hartford, Connecticut. The Lifeguard monitors the aquatic facility and helps maintain a safe, friendly, and enjoyable environment for members and guests. The role includes responding to emergencies, testing and documenting water chemistry, attending required meetings and training, and helping keep the facility clean and supplied. The position requires a professional, attentive approach and positive interactions with people of all ages.

Requirements

Be at least 16 years old.
Hold American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid certification.
Meet HealthFitness Fitness and Skill standards.
Be dependable and alert, and interact positively with people of all ages while demonstrating strong customer service skills.
Have computer proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, and working knowledge of a member management system, databases, and tools.
Pass a basic lifeguard skill test consisting of a 500-yard swim; active, passive, and submerged rescues; spinal injury management in shallow and deep water; and other techniques learned during lifeguard training.
Meet hiring requirements, including a pre-employment drug test.

Responsibilities

Monitor patrons using aquatic facilities and ensure their safety and well-being.
Explain and enforce facility rules as needed.
Respond appropriately to emergencies.
Test chemicals and document results for three bodies of water and a hot tub four times per day.
Attend required staff meetings and training.
Support aquatic center needs by folding towels, cleaning, filling water machines, and inspecting the facility for safety.
Maintain a professional attitude.
Perform other duties as needed or assigned.