Interested in becoming a lifeguard for the 2020 summer season? Got 10 minutes? Join us for one of our upcoming LIVE virtual info sessions to learn more! During our info session, you will have the opportunity to talk face-to-face with an American Pool employee to learn more about working for us this summer as a lifeguard, attendant, and more. Still…
If being outside in the warm sun is your idea of a perfect summer, then working poolside is the job for you! American Pool has you covered with several poolside job opportunities to choose from with lifeguarding being the most popular. Lifeguarding might be popular, but it isn’t the only job available. Other poolside positions include head lifeguard, front desk…
It may still be winter, but summer has a way of sneaking up on us all. Now is the perfect time to plan your Summer of 2020!! If taking on a job is part of your summer goal, then Lifeguarding is the perfect summer job for you! Lifeguarding teaches you responsibility, looks great on your college resume, not to mention…
We all know that sometimes it can be a bit difficult to convince our parents to set us free to have a brand new experience. Your parents just want you to have a safe, happy life. If the idea of lifeguarding is brand new to you and your parents, you may be wondering how to approach them with the idea…
Just because warm weather is coming to an end doesn’t mean your lifeguarding career has to end too. If you have free time during the school semester and want to make a little extra money, consider indoor lifeguarding! Benefits of Indoor Lifeguarding Indoor and outdoor lifeguarding has virtually the same benefits. Lifeguards are always in demand so if you already…
Blue skies and perfect weather are ideal for pool days. However, that can’t be the case every single day. Summer storms happen. When they do, it’s your job as a lifeguard to keep everyone safe at your pool. There are different measures that you should take in different weather situations. Here’s what you need to do in each scenario. Heavy…
Jacob Johnson is a guard from our Houston office who truly does it all! This is Jacob’s first season with Guard for Life, and along with being a lifeguard and full-time student, he also runs his own salsa business, Jake’s Atomic Salsa. How Jake’s Atomic Salsa Got Its Start Jacob started his salsa business when he was 12 years old….
You know more than anyone that there is A LOT that goes into lifeguarding. But you’re doing a great job! We don’t want your efforts to go unpraised. Stay confident and keep up the good work. Here are five reasons why you’re an awesome lifeguard! 1. You Show Up! We know that getting out of bed to go to work…
Most times swimming pools offer a fun and relaxed environment. However, sometimes you may run into a disruptive guest. As a lifeguard, it’s your job to properly and safely handle these situations. What is a disruptive guest? A disruptive guest is anyone who doesn’t follow pool rules, makes the pool unsafe, makes pool guests uncomfortable, or ruins others’ pool enjoyment….
Distractions are everywhere, but don’t let them get in the way of being an awesome lifeguard! It’s already tough enough to tame our internal thoughts while on the job! Cell phones and other outside distractions can make it difficult for guards to focus. When you’re on duty you need to be in a position where you’re alert, aware, and ready…
