Life Guard (Puerto Vallarta)

Job Details

Job Category: Golf, Fitness & Entertainment

Location: The Westin Resort & Spa Puerto Vallarta, Paseo de la Marina Sur #205, Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico.

Schedule: Full Time

Remote: No

Position Type: Non-Management

Responsibilities

• Use appropriate rescue techniques if observing swimmers in need of assistance.
• Observe the swimming area for dangerous conditions, unusual or unsafe activities, and swimmers who are struggling.
• Promote the rules and regulations of the recreation facility.
• Be aware of possible situations where guests are not able to safely participate in an activity and inform supervisor/manager.
• Provide assistance to injured guests until the arrival of emergency medical services.
• Promote a fun and relaxing atmosphere for guests.
• Obtain, fold, and stack towels according to company procedures.
• Wash, mop, and clean the pool deck.
• Report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to manager; complete safety training and certifications.
• Follow company policies and procedures; maintain confidentiality of proprietary information; protect company assets.
• Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards; ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; anticipate and address guests' service needs; assist individuals with disabilities; thank guests with genuine appreciation.
• Speak with others using clear and professional language.
• Support all co-workers and treat them with dignity and respect.
• Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards.
• Visually inspect tools, equipment, or machines (e.g., to identify defects).

Physical Demands

• Move at a speed required to respond to work situations (e.g., run, walk, jog).
• Stand, sit, or walk for an extended period of time or for an entire work shift.
• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 50 pounds without assistance and objects weighing in excess of 75 pounds with assistance.
• Grasp, turn, and manipulate objects of varying size and weight, requiring fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
• Move over sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces as well as up and down ladders, stairs and/or service ramps.
• Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.
• Perform other reasonable job duties as requested.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Related Work Experience: No related work experience.
• Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience.

Required Qualifications

• License or Certification: CPR Certification.
• First Aid Certification.
• Fitness Equipment proficiency.
• Any certification or training required by local and state agencies.

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