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Job Attributes
Requisition ID:
R-6912
Job Category:
Aquatics
Job Type:
Part Time
Job Location:
2444 N Elston Avenue
Chicago, IL 60647
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Apply Now Fall Lifeguard-1 Job in Chicago
Midtown is looking for a year-round Lifeguard to watch over our pools and ensure the safety of our aquatics areas.
The Position
As an integral part of the Aquatics team, our Lifeguards inspire members through movement, community, and personal attention. They encourage active, social, and healthier lives by:
- Explaining and enforcing rules, regulations, and policies to ensure the safety of patrons
- Maintaining order in swimming areas
- Responding quickly and appropriately to aquatic emergencies and providing assistance when needed
- Maintaining the cleanliness of aquatics areas to promote an enjoyable member experience
- Enforcing pool rules to ensure a safe and clean environment
- Providing lifeguard coverage during weekday and weekend swim lessons, as well as weekend open swim
Scheduling & Availability
We are currently seeking Lifeguards who can commit to a minimum of two shifts per week. Our primary staffing needs are:
- Weekdays: 3:45 PM–7:00 PM — Swim Lesson Coverage
- Weekends: 9:00 AM–1:00 PM — Swim Lessons
- Weekends: 1:00 PM–5:00 PM — Open Swim
Candidates should have consistent availability within these timeframes and be able to maintain a minimum two-shift-per-week commitment.
Lifeguard Requirements
- Customer-service oriented, with strong interpersonal skills
- Strong swimmer trained and certified in water rescue
- Possess nationally recognized aquatics certifications, including Lifeguarding, Professional CPR/AED, and First Aid
- American Red Cross certification preferred
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with members, guests, and team members in a busy aquatics environment.
Pay Range: $17.50–$19.50 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the position. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Other duties not listed here may be assigned as necessary to ensure the proper operations of the department.
MIDTOWN is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
About Us
We work at Midtown to inspire people to transform their lives‐and we do our job well. Our members stay longer than any other major athletic club chain in North America because we are committed to providing resort-like environments, personal attention, and active communities at every one of our clubs. We believe all three of those pillars start with attracting and growing rock star talent at every level of our organization.
Our Commitment to Candidates
We're committed to creating a positive experience for every candidate who considers a career at Midtown. Whether you join our team or pursue another path, we want you to feel respected and appreciated, because, at Midtown, we believe every interaction is an opportunity to live our core values. Since many of our roles are member-facing, the interview process may vary by department and location. We're currently working to standardize this process to ensure greater transparency for all candidates and will update our site once it's finalized.
Associate Benefits
Members of the Midtown team receive:
- Complimentary club membership
- Discounts on Midtown products and services
- Professional development allowance
- Health insurance for eligible full-time associates
- And more
