What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lifeguard position at National Fitness Center?
JOB SUMMARY:
The Lifeguard is responsible for monitoring our bodies of water, keeping vigilant watch of swimmers and responding swiftly to any emergencies that may arise. This includes speaking with swimmers to enforce swimming/pool rules, keeping track of each swimmer in the water and administering first aid as needed. The Lifeguard role is essential in ensuring a safe and enjoyable aquatic experience.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES – WHAT YOU WILL DO:
- Supervise swimming activities, as outlined by the Children’s Activity Director
- Provide exceptional customer service to our members and their children
- Ability to perform proper rescues and provide proper standard of care as outlined in lifeguard training course
- Maintain safe and clean facilities for our swimmers by inspecting the pool area and locker rooms before and after shift for trash, maintenance issues, cleaning issues, etc. and taking care of the situation IMMEDIATELY
- Maintain the longevity of our safety equipment by ensuring that the equipment is used, maintained and stored properly
- Staying alert/aware and ALWAYS keeping our swimmers safe while in our care by enforcing pool rules, ensuring that swimmers are not endangering themselves with carelessness and horseplay, etc.
- Assist in promoting various programs (esp. kids programming) to parents
- Work special events and parties for our members and guests, as needed, which may also include facilitating some pool games/activities
- Attend and participate in required meetings and trainings as needed
Revised 12.01.2023
Requirements:REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS – WHO YOU ARE:
- Current certification in Lifeguard Training AND CPR-Professional Rescuer
- Prior lifeguard experience preferred
- Prior experience with children, preferably as a leader/teacher in a setting involving programs, activities, etc
- Enough mobility to move about during shift to rescue swimmers when and if necessary, keeping the environment safe and clean, and tend to the overall needs of the busy environment of the program and/or facility rental
- Ability to multi-task
- People- (and child-) friendly
- No prior criminal convictions
- Passion for fitness/health/wellness industry
TEAM PERKS:
- Free health club membership
- Casual work environment
- Discount on in club retail items and any current vendor partner offerings (NASM, etc.)
- Opportunity for growth; professional development
- 401(K) savings plan
WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of this job, the team member is frequently required to walk and stand up to 8 hours/day and/or sit for an extended period of time. Team members may be exposed to cleaning chemicals or airborne particles and will be required to wear designated PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) as directed. Team members are occasionally required to use hands and fingers for handle or feel; occasional reach, push and pulling with arms and hands; occasional climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and occasional reach and twist, including side-to-side movements. The team member may be required to occasionally lift, carry or move up to 25 pounds and may seldom be required to lift, carry or move 26-50 pounds.
National Fitness Center is part of In-Shape Solutions, LLC d.b.a. In-Shape Family Fitness.
