Lifeguard

LIFEGUARD

Job Summary

Implement all water safety policies and procedures. Supervise members and guests in and around the swimming pool.

General Requirements:

• Complies and carries out job within the spirit of The Buffalo Club's Vision & Values.
• Report to work at the scheduled time, neatly groomed and dressed in accordance with The Buffalo Club's appearance standards.
• Interact with the members and coworkers in a pleasant and professional manner
• Perform all work in accordance to safety standards and guidelines.
• Report any incidents or injuries to the supervisor immediately.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Supervises and observes swimmers at all times to ensure their safety.
• Administers care to swimmers’ minor injuries such as small cuts and bruises.
• Assists in organizing clinics and private swimming lessons for members as directed by Fitness Center management
• Enforces rules of conduct at the pool.
• Checks first aid supplies and reports needed items.
• Places rescue tube and ring buoy on the lifeguard chair in the morning; returns these and all swimming aids and pool toys to the lifeguard locker when the pool closes.
• Straightens the pool area at the end of the day.
• Implements all pool safety equipment.
• Performs required pool pre-opening duties.
• Informs swimming pool manager about unresolved member or guest disruptions that could cause a safety problem.
• Performs other appropriate tasks assigned by Fitness Center management

Qualifications:

• Adequate knowledge of and training in pool chemistry, rescue and surveillance techniques, CPR/AED and blood-borne pathogens.
• Participates in pool safety programs and risk management.
• Employs only those methods and teaching techniques outlined and approved by the American Red Cross.
• Knowledge of and ability to perform required role in emergency situations

Education and Experience:

· Some High School required.

· Ability to swim laps and dive to the bottom of the pool.

Licenses and Special Requirements

· Must have current Red Cross Lifeguard Certificate.

· American Red Cross Basic First Aid required, training on AED units and possession of a current Red Cross CPR card.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

· Ability to bend, stretch, twist or reach, walk, stand, stoop, climb stairs, balance and/or crouch.

· Continuous repetitive motions.

· Physical exertion over long periods of time.

· Work in hot and humid environment.

· Push, pull and lift 50 pounds.

· Working conditions are often, hot, humid slippery and wet.

· Able to work in a busy, noisy environment.

· Able to tolerate the smell of chlorine and frequent exposure to cleaning agents.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 16 – 20 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Referral program

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17