Opening Lifeguard - Haverhill YMCA
About The Position
🌞 Early Morning Lifeguard – Start Your Day with Purpose at the Haverhill YMCA! 🌞 Part-Time | Monday–Friday: 5:00 AM–9:00 AM | Saturday: 6:45 AM–11:00 AM | Split shifts available | Certification class 12/21/25–12/31/25 Are you an early riser who loves making a difference? The Haverhill YMCA is seeking dependable, certified lifeguards to join our aquatics team during our morning hours. This role is perfect for college students, retirees, or anyone who wants to start the day with purpose while keeping our community safe. 🛟 What You’ll Do: Open the pool and ensure a safe, welcoming environment for members. Provide lifeguard coverage during early morning swim sessions. Opportunity to teach swim lessons and share your love of the water. Model our YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility. Maintain a focus on safety, attention to detail, and teamwork. ✨ What You Bring: Current Lifeguard Certification (or willingness to get certified — our upcoming class runs 12/21/25–12/31/25!) Dependable early-morning work ethic Strong communication and customer service skills Passion for water safety and community 💡 Not certified yet? Learn more about our lifeguard training here: https://tinyurl.com/y2b3kr4y ✨ Why Work at the Haverhill YMCA: Free YMCA membership + discounts on programs Paid training and professional development Growth opportunities within our seven YMCA locations Retirement plan with 12% employer contribution (once vested) Supportive team culture Be the first friendly face our members see each morning — and help keep our community safe and strong! 💙 Apply today and make a splash at the Haverhill YMCA!
Requirements
- Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Dependable early-morning work ethic
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Passion for water safety and community
Nice To Haves
- YUSA swim instructor/lifeguard certified preferred, but not required; training may be provided to the right candidate.
Responsibilities
- Open the pool and ensure a safe, welcoming environment for members.
- Provide lifeguard coverage during early morning swim sessions.
- Opportunity to teach swim lessons and share your love of the water.
- Model our YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.
- Maintain a focus on safety, attention to detail, and teamwork.
Benefits
- Free YMCA membership + discounts on programs
- Paid training and professional development
- Growth opportunities within our seven YMCA locations
- Retirement plan with 12% employer contribution (once vested)
- Supportive team culture
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
