Lifeguard

Job Purpose

Supervise customers in and around the swimming pool.

Job Tasks/Duties

• Supervises swimming activities at the aquatics facility and ensures that policies, guidelines and safety procedures are followed.
• Administers first aid in the event of injury, rescues swimmers in distress or danger of drowning, and administers CPR and/or artificial respiration, if necessary.
• Monitors pool activities at all times and warns swimmers of improper activities or danger and enforces pool regulations and water safety policies.
• Monitors the usage of the pool and ensures it remains within the maximum bathing loads.
• Checks first aid supplies and reports needed items.
• Working with the Swimming Coordinator when required.
• Supervises and assists in cleaning the pool and related facilities and equipment.
• Informs the Health & Fitness Manager of any health and safety concerns raised by customers concerning the pool area.
• Maintains amenities in and cleanliness of changing rooms, bathrooms and showers.
• Ensures locker doors are kept closed and removes any left property at the end of day.
• Enforces the use of all pool safety equipment.
• Ensures all swimming aids and pool toys are returned to the lifeguard locker after use.
• Performs other appropriate tasks assigned by the Health & Fitness Manager.
• To ensure a high degree of personal presentation and hygiene in line with the company's dress and appearance policy.
• To be a positive ambassador for the Company's values at all times.

Education and/or Experience

• High school graduate.

Licenses and Special Requirements

• CPR, First Aid, or AED certified.
• National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) certified.

Additional Information

This job description has been prepared as a working document to identify the main areas of responsibility. It is not a definitive statement of duties nor excludes any tasks which may be considered reasonable.