About the Role
The Lifeguard ensures a safe and enjoyable swimming environment for all patrons in alignment with 24 Hour Fitness Standards of Excellence. This role is responsible for accident prevention and effective emergency response.
Responsibilities
- Provide continuous visual supervision and surveillance of patrons in designated areas without distraction.
- Minimize and eliminate hazardous situations or behaviors.
- Enforce all facility rules and regulations to promote safety.
- Recognize and respond effectively to emergencies.
- Rescue swimmers in danger of drowning and administer lifesaving care when needed.
- Administer first aid or CPR when required.
- Notify team members and facility staff when additional assistance or equipment is needed.
- Educate patrons about safety rules and guidelines.
- Maintain professional communication with staff and members.
- Complete and submit required reports promptly.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly pool area.
- Properly store and maintain all pool equipment.
- Attend required training and meetings.
- Maintain current CPR and Lifeguard certifications per local health department regulations.
- Adhere to 24 Hour Fitness company policies and procedures.
Requirements
- All lifeguards working at 24 Hour Fitness will be American Red Cross or equivalent certified lifeguard.
- Must have a current Lifeguarding or Shallow Water Lifeguarding Certification which also includes First Aid and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer.
- Lifeguard Supervisor qualifications required for supervisor candidates.
- Supervisor candidates must have American Red Cross Lifeguard, Lifeguard Pro Lifeguard or equivalent Training Certification.
- Supervisor candidates must have a current Lifeguard Supervisor Certification or American Red Cross Lifeguard Management Certification.
- Ability to effectively communicate verbally in English.
- Possess a current CPR/AED Certification.
- Minimum of six months of prior experience as a lifeguard.
- Knowledge and application of lifeguarding surveillance and rescue techniques.
- Ability to act quickly and decisively in emergencies.
- Ability to communicate safety information clearly and concisely.
- Professional demeanor, particularly in emergencies.
- Reliable, consistent, and alert.
- Familiarity with facility policies, procedures, and rules.
- Ability to swim, bend, squat, jump, walk, talk, run, and dive as needed.
- Proficiency in all swim strokes and lifeguarding techniques.
- Ability to swim 274 meters without stopping.
- Ability to tread water for a minimum of 2 minutes using only legs.
- Ability to dive to retrieve a 10-pound object from 7-10 feet of water, return to the surface and swim back to the starting point holding the object with both hands.
Skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Mature, and well-groomed.
- Positive attitude and professionalism.
Location
- 11 states nationwide
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Minimum of six months of prior experience as a lifeguard
Education Level
- American Red Cross or equivalent certified lifeguard
- Current Lifeguarding or Shallow Water Lifeguarding Certification
- First Aid and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer
- Current CPR/AED Certification
- Lifeguard Supervisor Certification or American Red Cross Lifeguard Management Certification
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Medical and dental coverage
- 401k with match for qualifying positions
- Free gym membership
- Discounts on products and personal training
- Employee Resource Groups
About the Company
- Celebrating over 40 years as an industry leader, 24 Hour Fitness is committed to creating a healthier, happier world through fitness with over 270 clubs in 11 states nationwide.
- We provide a welcoming and inclusive environment, with thousands of square feet of premium strength and cardio equipment, turf zones, free weights, functional training areas and more.
- Studio and cycle classes, personal training and innovative digital and virtual offerings are all available options to keep our member's minds and body fit.
- Join us in creating a healthy happier world by changing lives through fitness!
