Individuals working as Lifeguards are responsible for enforcing water safety rules and regulations in accordance with standard practices in an effort to provide a safe and enjoyable swimming program for the community. They monitor swimmers, teach swim classes and prepare the pool and facility for events. Employees in this job class also monitor and assist with the maintenance and upkeep of the pool and facility. Employees in this job class receive directives from supervisors.Monitors proper maintenance and upkeep of the pool by regularly performing visual and chemical inspections, updating records and reports, and performing other routine maintenance activities.
Ensures the pool is ready for swim meets, practices, and other events by reviewing event set up plans with staff and setting up the pool and equipment accordingly.
Monitors the pool and swimmers and performs lifeguarding techniques as outlined and maintained by the American Red Cross.
Teaches a variety of classes for community members by developing age and skill level appropriate programs, preparing the facility for the class, and teaching the class.
Participates in general facility maintenance activities.
Determines what course of lifesaving action to take depending on the incident (e.g., rescue breathing, CPR, using a backboard if there is a possible spinal injury, etc.).
American Red Cross Basic Lifeguard Training Certificate, or YMCA Lifeguard Certificate, or National Pool and Water Park Lifeguard Training Certificate.
American Red Cross Adult CPR Certificate or American Heart Association CPR Certificate.
American Red Cross Standard First Aid Certificate.
Physical Demands
Job involves significant and concerted physical exertion required for regular prolonged periods of swimming.
DISCLAIMER: This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of the job duties, responsibilities, or skills and abilities required to do the job and may be changed at the discretion of the City of Trussville at any time.
CITY - GRADE 7
Ensures the pool is ready for swim meets, practices, and other events by reviewing event set up plans with staff and setting up the pool and equipment accordingly.
Monitors the pool and swimmers and performs lifeguarding techniques as outlined and maintained by the American Red Cross.
Teaches a variety of classes for community members by developing age and skill level appropriate programs, preparing the facility for the class, and teaching the class.
Participates in general facility maintenance activities.
Determines what course of lifesaving action to take depending on the incident (e.g., rescue breathing, CPR, using a backboard if there is a possible spinal injury, etc.).
American Red Cross Basic Lifeguard Training Certificate, or YMCA Lifeguard Certificate, or National Pool and Water Park Lifeguard Training Certificate.
American Red Cross Adult CPR Certificate or American Heart Association CPR Certificate.
American Red Cross Standard First Aid Certificate.
Physical Demands
Job involves significant and concerted physical exertion required for regular prolonged periods of swimming.
DISCLAIMER: This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of the job duties, responsibilities, or skills and abilities required to do the job and may be changed at the discretion of the City of Trussville at any time.
CITY - GRADE 7
Job ID: 513281730
Originally Posted on: 3/12/2026
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