Lifeguard

Company Description

Pay rate: $17.50/ hour - Use our Daily Pay benefit and get access to your pay as you need it.

The beautiful lakefront Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa offers you the perfect opportunity to meet and share stories with guests who arrive from around the world to experience Central Florida’s world-famous theme parks and attractions. Enjoy the surroundings and excitement that our world-class resort offers when you join the Westgate Lakes team. As part of Westgate Resorts, recognized by U.S. News as one of the Best Companies to Work For, you’ll be joining a team committed to excellence and creating unforgettable vacation experiences and supporting your career growth where you are or at 60+ resorts across the company.

Job Description

As a Lifeguard, you play a critical role in ensuring the safety and well-being of all guests utilizing the resort's aquatic facilities. Through constant vigilance, emergency preparedness, and outstanding guest service, you help create a safe and enjoyable environment for families and visitors.

In this role, you demonstrate Westgate’s core values of Passion, Integrity, and Work Ethic in every interaction.

What You'll Do as a Lifeguard:

• Maintain constant surveillance of pool and water park areas to ensure guest safety.
• Identify and respond quickly to emergencies, unsafe conditions, or guests in distress.
• Administer first aid, CPR, AED assistance, and emergency care as needed.
• Contact emergency medical services when necessary and assist with emergency response procedures.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of aquatic facilities and surrounding areas.
• Complete detailed activity logs, incident reports, and required documentation.
• Participate in scheduled in-service training and ongoing safety certifications.
• Enforce pool and water safety rules while providing exceptional guest service.
• Work collaboratively with fellow team members to support daily operations and guest needs.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

What You Will Bring as a Lifeguard:

• Strong swimming ability and excellent physical fitness.
• Ability to remain calm and react quickly during emergency situations.
• Strong awareness of safety hazards and the ability to take appropriate action.
• Excellent communication and guest service skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Previous lifeguarding experience preferred.

Certifications

• American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification preferred.
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications preferred.

Requirements:

• Must be able to enter the water and participate in regular in-water training exercises.
• Must be able to swim and perform lifeguard duties on a daily basis.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and assist with lifting or moving over 100 pounds when necessary.
• Must be able to work in wet, humid, outdoor environments, including prolonged sun and heat exposure.
• Must be available to work weekends, holidays, and flexible schedules as needed.
• Required to pass a background check, drug test, and provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• Must uphold Westgate Resorts' standards of professionalism, safety, and guest service.

Additional Information

Why Westgate?  

• Comprehensive Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Paid Time Off – Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time to Recharge
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Generous Company Match to Support Your Future
• Daily Pay – Access Your Earnings When You Need Them
• Family-Focused Benefits – Pregnancy, Parental Leave, and Adoption Assistance
• Wellness Programs to Support Your Well-Being
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Tuition Assistance to Help You Grow Your Career
• Military Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Support When You Need It Most
• Life, Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Insurance
• Pet Insurance for Your Furry Family Members
• Loyalty Program – Exclusive Discounts on Hotels, Cruises, Resorts, Restaurants, Entertainment, and More
• Low-Cost Gym Membership
• NEW! David A. Siegel Legacy Scholarship – Up to $40,000 for Team Members’ Dependents
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities
• Community Involvement – Give Back and Make an Impact

Westgate Resorts is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected status under federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email WGAccommodations@wgresorts.com with the job title and the location of the position for which you are applying.

This job posting is intended to provide a general overview of the position and may not include every responsibility, duty, or qualification required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.