Description

It's a great time to join a team that loves to have fun at work! We are currently hiring for Summer Lifeguards for our outdoor waterpark! Workout at acac all summer long with a complimentary seasonal membership.

FLSA Classification: Nonexempt

Reports to: Aquatics Manager

Job Description

Summary/objective

Responsible for ensuring the safety of all pool participants and protecting them from harm, the safe and clean operation of all pools and deck areas, and exhibiting outstanding customer service and communication skills. 

Essential functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Arrive to work in a timely manner to ensure that aquatics areas are in good running order and that you are at the stand as scheduled 
• Maintain an alert and professional appearance on the lifeguard stand
• Respond to emergencies using rescue techniques and equipment
• Practice proactive pool scanning in an effort to prevent aquatic emergencies
• Maintain knowledgeable of aquatic policies and be able to effectively communicate these to members and guests
• Enforce aquatic policies 
• Maintain and repair aquatic equipment as directed, including: safety equipment, exercise equipment, cleaning supplies, and aquatic equipment 
• Complete daily cleaning tasks
• Complete daily water chemistry readings 
• Maintain familiarity with acac programs to manage questions and communicate knowledgeably to acac members and guests 
• Proactively assist members with finding space/lane to use 
• Assist with daily cleaning tasks and other items as assigned
• Attend lifeguard in-service training and departmental meetings

Requirements

Physical demands

• Must be able to stand, walk, and sit throughout a shift
• Must be able to successfully pass lifeguard certification requirements at all times
• Must be able to successfully perform rescue skills during in-service training
• Ability to successfully demonstrate proper rescue techniques using use of rescue equipment
• Must be able to work in an often warm and humid environment with heightened noise
• Ability to work varied shifts including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays

Required competencies, education, and experience

• Prior lifeguarding experience preferred
• Current Lifeguard, CPR, AED and first aid certifications 
• RedCross Lifeguard certification preferred
• Must be at least 15 years old
• Superior customer service skills

Company Expectations

• Read, sign, and abide by the policies included in the Team Member Handbook
• Park in team member designated areas
• Club cleanliness is an all-team responsibility; assist whenever necessary in any area of the club to keep club neat and clean
• Assist with Service Days
• Willingness to assist with acac programs, special events, or activities outside your department
• When supervisor or team member calls or emails, promptly return contact
• Exhibit a positive attitude at all times
• Deliver outstanding service to members and guests with friendliness, direct eye contact, a pleasant demeanor at all times

Affirmative Action/EEO statement

acac is an equal opportunity employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status. 

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.