Job DetailsJob Location: Mountain Brook - Birmingham, AL 35223Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $14.00Make a Splash This Summer as a Lifeguard with the YMCA!
Looking for a job that’s more than just a paycheck? Join our aquatics team and spend your days by the pool, building real-world skills, making friends, and keeping your community safe. As a YMCA Lifeguard, you’re not just watching the water, you’re making a difference every single shift.
If you’re responsible, alert, and enjoy being around people, this is your chance to step into a role that’s active, rewarding, and actually fun.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Keep a constant watch over swimmers and ensure everyone stays safe
Enforce pool rules while creating a positive and welcoming environment
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe pool deck
Check and record pool chemicals to keep water safe and balanced
Respond quickly and confidently in emergency situations
Help members with questions and create a great overall experience
Work as part of a team and take direction from Head Lifeguards and Aquatics Leaders
Open and close the pool area, making sure everything is ready for the day
Why You’ll Love This Job:
Work in a fun, active environment (no boring desk job here)
Build leadership, responsibility, and teamwork skills
Gain experience that looks great on college and job applications
Make an impact in your community
Be part of a supportive team that feels like a second family
What We’re Looking For:
At least 15 years old
Reliable, responsible, and ready to take ownership
Strong attention to detail and ability to stay focused
Comfortable interacting with people and providing great customer service
Able to stay calm and act quickly in emergency situations
Extra Expectations:
Show up on time and ready to go
Help keep the facility clean and safe
Attend team meetings and trainings
Follow YMCA values: Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility
Speak up and report any safety concerns or incidents
QualificationsRequirements:
Current YMCA or American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification
(CPR/AED/First Aid included)
Ability to swim 300 yards continuously
Ability to lift at least 50 pounds
Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in different weather conditions
Looking for a job that’s more than just a paycheck? Join our aquatics team and spend your days by the pool, building real-world skills, making friends, and keeping your community safe. As a YMCA Lifeguard, you’re not just watching the water, you’re making a difference every single shift.
If you’re responsible, alert, and enjoy being around people, this is your chance to step into a role that’s active, rewarding, and actually fun.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Keep a constant watch over swimmers and ensure everyone stays safe
Enforce pool rules while creating a positive and welcoming environment
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe pool deck
Check and record pool chemicals to keep water safe and balanced
Respond quickly and confidently in emergency situations
Help members with questions and create a great overall experience
Work as part of a team and take direction from Head Lifeguards and Aquatics Leaders
Open and close the pool area, making sure everything is ready for the day
Why You’ll Love This Job:
Work in a fun, active environment (no boring desk job here)
Build leadership, responsibility, and teamwork skills
Gain experience that looks great on college and job applications
Make an impact in your community
Be part of a supportive team that feels like a second family
What We’re Looking For:
At least 15 years old
Reliable, responsible, and ready to take ownership
Strong attention to detail and ability to stay focused
Comfortable interacting with people and providing great customer service
Able to stay calm and act quickly in emergency situations
Extra Expectations:
Show up on time and ready to go
Help keep the facility clean and safe
Attend team meetings and trainings
Follow YMCA values: Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility
Speak up and report any safety concerns or incidents
QualificationsRequirements:
Current YMCA or American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification
(CPR/AED/First Aid included)
Ability to swim 300 yards continuously
Ability to lift at least 50 pounds
Comfortable working indoors and outdoors in different weather conditions
Job ID: 523385267
Originally Posted on: 6/2/2026
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