Lifeguard

Fitness Formula Clubs (FFC)•Chicago, IL

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lifeguard is responsible for ensuring the safety of all members and guests while maintaining a clean, orderly, and well-maintained pool environment. This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent customer service skills, and the ability to respond effectively to emergencies.

Requirements

American Red Cross CPR Certification (or equivalent)
American Red Cross First Aid Certification (or equivalent)
American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification (or equivalent)
Must meet minimum age requirement for lifeguard certification
Must be at least 16 years of age
Ability to swim required distances and perform all lifeguard rescue skills
Ability to remain alert, stand, and walk for extended periods
Ability to lift and carry rescue equipment and assist patrons when necessary
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions including heat, sun exposure, and humidity
Availability to work weekends, holidays, and peak summer hours
Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor while on duty
Follow uniform, attendance, and code-of-conduct policies at all times
Wear the assigned uniform and identification at all times while working
Arrive on time, prepared, and ready to work for all scheduled shifts
Remain alert, attentive, and engaged throughout all rotations
Refrain from socializing, personal phone use, or distractions while on stand
Communicate clearly and respectfully with members, guests, and coworkers
Follow all policies, procedures, and directives from Pool Management
Demonstrate teamwork, reliability, and a strong commitment to safety
Maintain confidentiality regarding member and facility information

Responsibilities

Provide a clean, safe, and healthy environment for members, guests, and co-workers
Every staff member, regardless of position, has a primary and urgent responsibility to clean and disinfect all club components as they are used by members and guests and yourself. Help retain and attain new members through club promotion and customer service excellence
Enforce all facility rules and regulations
Recognize and respond effectively to emergencies
Report unsafe conditions and/or equipment to Pool Manager immediately
Attend all staff meetings, in-services and training
Provide a clean, orderly, safe and healthy environment, for guests and co-workers
Demonstrate a positive customer service attitude in keeping with the company’s Core Values of Friendliness, Superior Service, Integrity, Improvement and Safety
Respond to the member’s concerns, suggestions and requests
Other projects as assigned by the Pool Manager
Responsible for opening, closing and shift specific cleaning tasks in locker rooms, bathrooms and on pool deck
Responsible for reporting any maintenance issue to Pool Manager and Sandburg facility maintenance upon identification of issue
Responsible as directed by Pool Managers to assist as needed with shift reporting
Responsible for being aware and attentive to team mates and patrons at all times. Cell phone or reading material are prohibited for use on shift
Unpack all pool supplies and deck equipment from cabanas
Perform detailed cleaning of all pool equipment, guard office, break room, locker rooms, pool seating, and surrounding areas
Thoroughly clean the interior of pools and gutters
Set up pool deck and seating according to designated photo layout
Break down pool deck setup and properly store equipment and supplies
Perform a comprehensive final deep cleaning of all pool equipment, locker rooms, offices, and common areas
Clean and prepare pools and gutters for off-season closure
Assist with packing and securing all seasonal materials for storage and put into the cabanas