What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lifeguard position at Bay Harbor Yacht Club?
Join us as a Lifeguard at Bay Harbor Yacht Club, where you'll play a critical role in ensuring the safety and well-being of our members and guests. This position involves maintaining a vigilant watch over the pool and beach areas, responding to emergencies, and enforcing safety protocols. Ideal candidates will have lifeguarding experience, CPR/First Aid training, and strong communication skills. If you are committed to promoting a safe aquatic environment and have exceptional customer service abilities, we encourage you to apply. Be part of our dedicated team ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone at Bay Harbor Yacht Club! We are looking for full-time and part-time Lifeguards with an estimated start date of June 13th!
Bay Harbor Yacht Club, a private club located near Petoskey, MI, provides breathtaking views and exceptional service for both guests and members year-round. BHYC boasts several exquisite restaurants, multiple recreational outlets, and large event spaces, all situated on the Bay Harbor marina. We recently completed a multi-million-dollar renovation which included expanded summer seasonal dining, a new Grille Room, State of the Art Fitness Center, Aquatics Center and a Relaxation Spa!
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Bay Harbor Yacht Club, a private club located near Petoskey, MI, provides breathtaking views and exceptional service for both guests and members year-round. BHYC boasts several exquisite restaurants, multiple recreational outlets, and large event spaces, all situated on the Bay Harbor marina. We recently completed a multi-million-dollar renovation which included expanded summer seasonal dining, a new Grille Room, State of the Art Fitness Center, Aquatics Center and a Relaxation Spa!
The BHYC Benefits Package for seasonal employees includes:
- FREE employee meals- lunch and dinner program
- Discounts on BHYC Retail and Spa merchandise
- On-the-job training- we train all skill levels!
- Employee referral program bonuses
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Uniform Attire
- Flexible Scheduling
If you are looking for a fun place to work with some of the best views in Northern Michigan, look no further than Bay Harbor Yacht Club!
Job Duties:
- Greet and acknowledge members and guests
- Log name of members and guests that enter pool or beach
- Maintain continuous surveillance of people in swimming pool or beach
- Ensure appropriate headcount of people involved in pool or beach on hourly basis
- Call out warnings to people who venture too far in the water or are in imminent danger
- Determine safety risks and potential hazards to take measures to prevent accidents
- Control and report unruly behavior and evict individuals not adhering to behavior protocols
- Determine safety risks at regular checks throughout shift
- Perform CPR and first aid according to demands of adverse situations
- Perform water rescues as necessary
- Assist with cleaning of the beach and pool areas, including refreshing bathrooms, cleaning up trash, and other duties as assigned
- Communicate with other department members and supervisors/managers on any emergencies/safety risks
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- 1-2 years experience in lifeguard field or related areas preferred
- High School Diploma preferred
- CPR/First Aid Training Certificate required
- Lifeguard Training Certificate required
- Ability to perform in emergency situations
- Must be able to swim
- Must be able to work some weekends, evenings and/or holidays
Job Competencies:
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Strong organizational skills to prioritize work activities
- Strong interpersonal skills required
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to be flexible and self-motivated
- Exceptional customer service skills
- Being able to work alone or as a team
