Lifeguard Instructor

Job Title

Lifeguard Instructor

DPW / Recreation

Chapter 7 Ordinance, Non-Exempt;
Full-Time (Seasonal)

Sundays (Dependent on Pool Operating Hours)

$19.00 per hour;
Up to 4 Hours Weekly

Massachusetts Class D Driver's License

American Red Cross Lifeguard Training;
American Red Cross Adult/Pediatric First Aid, CPR/AED;
American Heart Association Basic First Aid; W.S.I. Preferred

The City of Chicopee’s Recreation Division is hiring a Lifeguard Instructor whose duties include:

• Lifeguarding the main pool following the weekly schedule
• Maintaining appearance and safety of pool and surrounding areas; ensuring proper use of rescue equipment and lifeguard station
• Assisting in daily Learn‑to‑Swim program as assigned by the Instructor Guard
• Cleaning pool and assisting Head Lifeguard
• Testing pool chemicals (when requested by Instructor or Head Guard)
• Written maintenance logs and participation in in‑service training

• Minimum 6 months related experience in lifeguarding of pools or open water
• General knowledge of pools and pool equipment
• Massachusetts Class D Driver's License
• High School Diploma / GED (preferred)
• Completed 11th grade and age 16+ (required)
• Preferred certifications:
  American Red Cross Lifeguard Training, Y.M.C.A./American Red Cross Adult/Pediatric First Aid, CPR/AED, American Heart Association Basic First Aid, W.S.I.

Entry level

Full-time

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