Position Overview
The Borough of Quakertown is excited to welcome part-time and full-time seasonal lifeguards to the Quakertown Community Pool team! We’re looking for responsible, safety-minded individuals who bring enthusiasm, reliability, and a positive attitude to their work. If you’re passionate about helping families enjoy fun, memorable summers while keeping our pool safe and inviting, we’d love to have you with us.
Responsibilities
- Provide exemplary service to all guests and team members.
- Maintain patron surveillance within your jurisdiction.
- Responsible for all aspects of safety throughout the pool, including on diving boards, slides, etc.
- Prevent and respond to emergencies.
- Attend all in-service meetings as required.
- Assist with cleaning pool, pool deck, and restroom facilities.
- Contribute to the overall appearance of the facility by helping with light plant care (such as watering or basic tidying) in the pool area and entrance.
Requirements
- Must be at least 16 years of age.
- Lifeguard certified prior to start of season, including First Aid, CPR, and AED.
- Knowledge of pool safety standards and equipment maintenance.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
- Required background checks: PA Child Abuse History, PA Criminal History, and FBI Fingerprint.
Working Conditions
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Physical capability to stand, walk, and lift objects (up to 50 lbs).
- Perform the following physical activities: kneeling, squatting, bend floor-to waist/waist-to-overhead, reach overhead, simple grasp and fine hand manipulation tasks (use of tools/keyboard/writing).
- Consistently practice safe work habits including the use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) and reporting unsafe situations.
- Ability to successfully complete all legal, Borough and department training requirements within established timelines.
- Perform cleaning duties, including use of cleaning chemicals.
Job Location
This position is located at Quakertown Community Pool, located at 601 W. Mill Street, Quakertown.
To Apply
Submit your application, resume and cover letter to parksrec@quakertown.org. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. The position is open until filled.
Supporting Documents:
Lifeguard Job Description
Parks and Rec Seasonal Job Application Fillable
