Lifeguard

Under general supervision ensure the safety of guests by preventing and responding to emergencies. A Lifeguard must have knowledge of water hazards lifesaving techniques and first aid recognize hazardous situations and adopt effective courses of action. The Lifeguard must also have effective communication skills and engage positively with the public.

As a Lifeguard you will:

• Ensure the safety of guests by maintaining constant surveillance; scanning and monitoring of guests for the assigned pool or water park area
• Renders emergency care and contacts emergency medical services as necessary
• Assists with maintaining the cleanliness of the facility
• Prepares and maintains activity reports
• Attends scheduled inservice training and follow all established safety procedures
• Assists team members with other duties as required

To excel in this role you must embody our core values of integrity passion and a strong work ethic. These values are essential to our success and we are looking for someone who shares our commitment.

Qualifications :

• American Red Cross Lifeguard CPR First Aid and AED Certified
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to speak effectively with guests and other team members
• Strong ability to recognize unsafe and hazardous situations and react properly
• Must be able to lift 50lbs and work in outdoor weather conditions
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays as needed
• Required to pass a background check drug test and prove eligibility to work in the United States

Additional Information :

Why Westgate

• Comprehensive health benefits medical dental and vision
• Paid Time Off (PTO) vacation sick and personal
• Paid Holidays
• 401K with generous company match
• Get access to your pay as you need it with our Daily Pay benefit
• Family benefits including pregnancy and parental leave and adoption assistance
• Wellness Programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Assistance
• Military Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Life Disability Accident Critical Illness & Hospital Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Exclusive discounts for Team Member (i.e. hotels cruise resorts restaurants entertainment etc.) 
• Advancement & development opportunities
• Community Involvement Programs

Westgate Resorts is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status disability status or any other protected status under federal state or local law. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process please email with the job title and the location of the position for which you are applying.