Lifeguard — Pleasant Hill Y (weekday opening shifts)
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Job Location:
Pleasant Hill, OH - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Love swimming Like working with kids
Come be a lifeguard at the Pleasant Hill YMCA!
NO EXPERIENCE OR CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED. We will train you.
We are specifically looking for lifeguards with early AM availability (4:45 AM start time) to round out our Winter/Spring 2026 weekday schedule. Opening shifts are 3.5-5.5 hours in length. Other hours can be added on to opening shifts if desired. Reliable transportation required.
We are currently hiring part-time lifeguards and/or swim instructors. You dont need a certification - we can train you. We are looking for adaptable reliable energetic individuals who can work 6-28 hours/week in a fast-paced diverse environment.
We are seeking enthusiastic and experienced aquatics staff to provide our members with a safe clean fun and therapeutic aquatic environment. We believe that swimming is an essential skill for all ages and staff provide essential support for children and adults to achieve their personal goals.
POSITION SUMMARY: These general functions will be carried out in keeping with the Goals Mission and Policies of the YMCA of the East safe swimming conditions in the pool deck and surrounding areas. Create a safe and positive atmosphere that promotes member safety and engagement. Respond to emergencies as required.
- Prevent incidents by maintaining active surveillance of the pool area at all times using American Red Cross standards such as constant scanning shifting surveillance positions and uninterrupted focus.
- Know and review all emergency procedures and respond to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies and standards. Complete related reports promptly and accurately.
- Maintain effective positive relationships with members participants and other staff.
- Know understand and consistently apply safety rules policies and guidelines for the pool and aquatic areas such as maintaining appropriate lifeguard to swimmer ratios.
- Wear appropriate attire that demonstrates lifeguarding role and equip self for all safety and rescue functions.
- Check rescue equipment and pool for hazardous conditions and promptly report problems.
- Perform chemical testing when not guarding as required following safety standards and take appropriate action including accurate record maintenance.
- Attend all staff meetings and in-service trainings.
- Support special events assist in other areas and perform other duties as required.
- Physically perform all skills required of a lifeguard. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment including in the water and anywhere around the zone of responsibility
- Remain alert with no lapses of consciousness
- See and observe all sections of an assigned zone or area of responsibility
- Able to hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment including in the water and anywhere around the zone of responsibility. Ability to understand and respond in English
- Meet and maintain the strength and lifting requirements as required by the lifeguard certification. Able to lift and move 30 lbs. of pool equipment
- Inclusion
- Functional Expertise
- Communication and Influence
- Certifications: YMCA or American Red Cross Lifeguard CPR AED & First Aid or equivalent
- Ability to maintain certification-level of physical and mental readiness
- At least 16 years of age
About Company
YMCA of the East Bay has 5 easy to access central locations in Albany, Berkeley, Richmond, Oakland & Pleasant Hill. We have health & fitness classes, programs for kids & teens and affordable child care and drop-in child watch.
