Lifeguard

Are you passionate about water safety and helping others? The Greater Burlington YMCA is seeking Lifeguards to provide a safe and welcoming aquatic environment for all members. As a Lifeguard, you’ll play a critical role in preventing accidents, ensuring safety, and responding to emergencies on the pool deck. 

Schedule and Location: 298 College St, Burlington, VT, 05401

We are currently looking for lifeguards who have availability Tuesday and Thursday mornings and / or afternoons.

Why You'll Love This Job: 

• Make an Impact: Ensure a safe and enjoyable aquatic experience for swimmers of all ages. 
• Build Lifesaving Skills: Maintain a rescue-ready posture while gaining valuable safety and first-aid experience. 
• Be Part of a Team: Join a mission-driven organization committed to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. 
• Enjoy Y Benefits: Free Y membership, program discounts, and opportunities for lifeguard training and certification renewal. 

What You'll Do: 

• Monitor pool areas to ensure a safe swimming environment. 
• Enforce safety policies and respond swiftly to emergencies. 
• Perform rescues, first aid, and CPR as needed. 
• Conduct routine maintenance and safety checks. 
• Engage with members, providing a welcoming and helpful presence. 
• Attend trainings and maintain certification to stay rescue ready. 

What We’re Looking For: 

• Must be at least 15 years old (subject to state and local restrictions). 
• Current Lifeguard Certification. 
• Strong communication and customer service skills. 
• Ability to stay alert, respond quickly, and perform water rescues. 
• Availability on Tuesday and Thursday mornings and / or afternoons.  

Work Environment & Physical Demands: 

• Physically perform all skills required of a lifeguard. 
• Ability to stand, walk, swim, and perform rescues as needed. 
• Remain alert and attentive at all times. 
• Hear, see, and communicate clearly in a pool environment. 
• Lift and move up to 50 lbs. as necessary.