MWR Recreation Aid/Assistant Lifeguard - Fallon, United States - Department Of The Navy

Description

Summary

Thisposition is assigned to the Aquatics department at the Desert Spring Indoor Pool, which is located at Naval Air Station Fallon.

Duties

Level 2:
NF-01 Lifeguard
Responsible for safeguarding the lives of all patrons at the facility. Cautions patron regarding unsafe practices or conditions. Informs and educates patrons and staff regarding common aquatic risks and consequences. Employs preventative measures whenever possible to minimize risks. Rescues and/or assists swimmers in danger and administers emergency first aid until qualified medical assistance is present. Maintains order, enforces pool rules/regulations as appropriate. Provides reliable information regarding aquatic facilities, hours of operation and programs.

Advises patrons of unsafe conditions and gives appropriate instructions to avoid hazardous area.

Reports any unsafe conditions concerning equipment, supplies, facility, pool or other areas to immediate supervisor and protects patrons and staff from same.

Follows established guidelines for communication and emergency procedures including preparation of accident/incident reports when necessary.

Performs routine swimming pool chemical and temperature readings. Performs housekeeping duties such as scrubbing pool deck, sides and gutter, cleaning bathhouse, restrooms, shower stalls. locker room, office and classroom areas. When required, contacts PWC/Staff Civil Engineering (SCE) to have minor repairs made. Completes daily log for all tasks accomplished.

Provides information regarding aquatic facilities, hours of operation and programs.

Performs opening and closing duties of facility and prepares facility for scheduled activities. Provides information regarding aquatic facilities, hours of operation and programs.

Attends all in-service training, NAVOSH classes and other training as instructed. Maintains all certifications in a current status.

Performs related tasks as assigned.