Recreation Aid (Trainee-Lifeguard) NF-01
United States Army Installation Management Command
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Recreation Aid (Lifeguard) NF-01
United States Army Installation Management Command
Department of the Army
Job Description
Summary
This job involves working as a lifeguard at pools on a military base, where you'll watch swimmers, respond to emergencies, provide first aid, and keep the pool area safe and clean.
It's a great fit for someone who enjoys working with people, stays calm under pressure, and has experience in water safety.
The role offers bonuses for hours worked and is ideal for those passionate about aquatics and community recreation.
Key Requirements
- Lifeguarding and First Aid certification from American Red Cross or equivalent (e.g., Star Guard, YMCA, ELLIS)
- CPR for the Professional Rescuer/AED certification from American Red Cross or American Heart Association equivalent
- Waterpark Lifeguarding and First Aid certification for water park facilities
- Oxygen Administration certification (American Red Cross or installation training) within two weeks of starting
- Ability to provide maximum surveillance of pool areas and respond to emergencies
- Skills in rescuing patrons and administering first aid
- Assistance in maintaining clean and hazard-free pool areas
Full Job Description
This position is located at Joint Base Lewis-McChord Aquatics Program.. Incentives and Bonuses Incentives will be paid. Cash bonus authorized.
Selectees from this vacancy are eligible to receive a cash bonus of $500 after working 50 hours and another cash bonus of $500 after working 100 hours. Resumes must be two pages (or less).
Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.
A qualified candidate must possess the following certifications: Lifeguarding and First Aid (American Red Cross or nationally recognized equivalent i.e.
Star Guard, YMCA, or ELLIS) American Red Cross "Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation for the Professional CPR for the Professional Rescuer/AED or equivalent (American Heart Association CPR/AED) First Aid For Water Parks upgrade the certification to: 'Waterpark Lifeguarding and First Aid; CPR/PR/AED' (American Red Cross)In addition, for facilities that use Oxygen Administration "O2 bottles" the O2 Administration certification (American Red Cross "Oxygen Administration or installation offered training (i.e.
Fire Dept.) must be obtained within two weeks of reporting for duty. Major Duties:
- Serves as a lifeguard for indoor and outdoor pools and works under the direction of the Installation Aquatics Program Manager.
- Responsible for lifeguarding guests in attendance at the assigned aquatics facility. Provides maximum pool area surveillance and responds to emergencies; rescues pool patrons and administers first aid as required.
- Assists in maintaining pool, and area clean and free from any hazards.
- Assists in maintaining pool, and area clean and free from any hazards.
- Performs other duties as assigned
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