Lifeguard; Summer

The City of Lewisville's Parks & Recreation Department is currently seeking Lifeguards to be a part of a great team that serves over 100,000 community members. This is a seasonal position from May - September 2026.

Pay
Entry: $15.66/hour
Year 2: $16.16
Year 3: $16.67
Year 4: $17.17
Year 5: $17.68
Year 6: $18.18

Under the direction of the Aquatic Supervisor, reporting to the seasonal Pool Managers, the Seasonal Lifeguard enforces safety rules & regulations to ensure proper health & welfare of guests and staff; maintains good public relations; reports all questionable safety or potential disciplinary situations to pool management. Performs rescues and provides aid as necessary both in and out of the pool.

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Ensures the safety and well-being of guests and staff, by preventing injuries, enforcing pool rules and responding to emergencies.
• Responds quickly, calmly and efficiently to emergency situations, administering First Aid when necessary.
• Maintains the cleanliness of the facility, including regular cleaning duties.
• Regularly checks chemicals and alerts management if there are issues.
• Participates in weekly in-service training to maintain and practice life-saving skills.
• Cultivates a good working relationship with guests, staff and management consistently.
• Regular and timely attendance are required for this position.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

High School Diploma or GED preferred.

One (1) year of lifeguarding experience preferred.

Upon hire, must be able to receive and maintain the following certifications upon hire:
American Red Cross Waterpark Certificate, Red Cross Lifeguard Certificate, CPR for the Professional Rescuer Certificate, AED Training Certificate, and Current First Aid Certificate.

Must submit to and pass a criminal background and pre-employment drug test. Must be at least 16 years of age.

Successful completion of a pre-employment in-water practical skills test, which includes: (Swim-Tread-Swim Sequence) 150-yard swim (demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing);
Tread water for 2 minutes, using only the legs; 50-yard swim (demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing);
Complete a timed brick event within 1 minute, 40 seconds. All persons hired are required to provide their own uniform which will be a specific swimsuit purchased by employees and black shorts.

Knowledge: Following instructions, safety practices and standard operating procedures in performing assigned tasks. Communicating clearly and concisely with team members and facility guests.

Skilled In: Frequent walking and demonstrating and assisting with exercise movements; bending, stretching, lifting, pushing, pulling and squatting are movements performed daily. Ability to be in water for long periods during the day. Accepting responsibility and account for their actions; problem solve while maintaining the safety of the guests and facility; climbing 8-foot ladders on a continued basis; punctuality and attend work regularly.

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday 8am-8pm, Saturday 9am-9pm, Sunday 1pm-9pm.