Lifeguard
Listed on 2026-01-01
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Sports/Fitness/Wellness
Recreation & Leisure, Health / Fitness / Gym / Pilates
Overview
Be among the first 25 applicants. Direct message the job poster from YMCA of Metro Denver. If you live in or near Arvada, CO and you have quick reflexes, a watchful eye, and a love for the water, we’re looking for Lifeguards to help keep our swimmers safe and our pools running smoothly.
Your Mission:
- Protect and assist swimmers of all ages.
- Keep our aquatic areas safe, clean, and welcoming.
- React quickly in emergencies and remain cool under pressure.
- Be the friendly face that makes people feel at home in the water.
You Are:
- Confident in and around water.
- CPR, First Aid, and Lifeguard certified.
- A strong communicator and a calm problem-solver.
- Ready to work as part of a team that values safety and fun.
Perks of Riding the Wave with Us:
- Ongoing training and skill-building.
- A supportive, energetic team environment.
- The satisfaction of knowing you make a real difference every day.
Location: Duncan Family YMCA - 6350 Eldridge St., Arvada, CO 80004.
Pay: $18.81 per hour
Benefits
- Free individual membership
- Program discounts
- Generous Retirement Contribution Options — Includes company contribution of 10% once eligibility is met
- Employee Assistance Program
- Accrue 1 hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked
- Paid Time off for those scheduled and working 20+ per week
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Position Summary:
The Lifeguard, working as part of the Aquatics team, will deliver world-class customer service and relationship building skills to create a welcoming environment at the YMCA. The Lifeguard will be responsible for guarding the pool and assuring a safe and clean aquatic environment for members and guests. The incumbent will also exhibit the core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility in all aspects of their work with the YMCA.
Essential Functions:
- Always maintain pool safety; guard using YMCA approved techniques and procedures including dismissing participants for disruptive behaviors
- Perform chemical checks as indicated
- Wear protective gear when handling biohazard materials
- Proactively clean up and/or repair areas used by the program
- Report all accidents and incidents to supervisor immediately using proper forms
- Remain current on Lifeguard Certification, CPR Pro, First Aid and other safety certification training
- Educate participants on pool rules and enforce rules as required
- Be knowledgeable and supportive of the YMCA annual support campaign, and general procedures and policies, including personnel guidelines, facility access procedures, membership policies, and emergency plans
Work Environment & Physical Demands:
- Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger to handle or feel objects, tools, controls, reach with hands and arms, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear
- Exposed to wet and humid conditions, outdoor weather conditions including direct UV sun rays, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and potentially explosive materials
- Regularly lift and/or move up to 50-100 pounds
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and focus
Seniority level:
- Entry level
Employment type:
- Part-time
Job function:
- Other
Industries:
- Non-profit Organization Management
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