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City of South Bend
Ice Trail Guard - S
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Lifeguard watches swimming areas and provides for the safety of swimmers at pools, lakes and beaches. Maintains careful watch of people in the water, enforces safety rules at swimming places; rescues swimmers and treats accidents as needed.
$29,089 / year median in Indiana
+10% projected growth
Job Description
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements list below are representative of the knowledge, education, skills and abilities requires. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Serves as a representative of the City of South Bend, demonstrating a positive attitude and progressive actions though the display of professionalism, courtesy, and appropriate interactions with the other employees and guests Provide a high level of customer service to guests and program participants, including greeting and monitoring all skaters. Communicate clearly and professionally with staff and guests. Assist with the set-up and take-down of daily operations, including but not limited to, placement of firepits, stations, skate signage, skate tags, etc. Maintain a neat and clean appearance while following all uniform requirements. Ensure a clean and organized workspace by picking up trash, checking restrooms, sweeping floors, and shoveling snow, etc. Responsible for being on the ice and ensuring the participants are following all safety rules. Responsible for assisting guests throughout the check-in process, including transactions, pulling & returning skates, and season pass scanning Be physically and mentally prepared to respond to emergencies, effectively administer CPR and First Aid, and contact emergency medical personnel in cases of serious injury. Complete all required incident paperwork. Inspect the facility/equipment, reporting any unsafe conditions or damaged equipment to the Supervisor on duty or to the Aquatics and Ice Manager, including any potential hazards on the ice. Assist maintenance personnel with situations concerning ice conditions or shovel snow Attend all in-service training, staff meetings, and pre-season training as scheduledKNOWLEDGE/ABILITY
Knowledge of skating recommended Ability to learn on the jobEDUCATION / QUALIFICATIONS
Must be 16 years of age Requires interpersonal skills to communicate effectively and interact with people of all ages and diverse backgrounds. Must be able to work various shifts which include evenings, nights, weekends and holidays.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Certification required. (Training will be provided to any individual not certified)EQUIPMENT
Ice skates, skate sharpener, skate aids iPad, two-way radio, cones, First Aid kits, cold weather gear.PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee may occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Tasks may involve extended periods at a keyboard or work station.WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This work is performed outside on and around the ice. The employee will be exposed to various weather conditions. Must be able to stand on ice skates for up to two (2) hours at a timeSCHEDULE
Monday-Thursday 3:30pm to 7:45pm, Fridays 3:30pm to 9:45pm, Saturdays 9:30am to 9:45pm, Sundays 11:30am to 7:45pm. May include times before opening or after closing for private rentals.UNION AFFILIATION
N/AREQUIRED
Pre-Employment Drug Screen Background CheckDISCLAIMER
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The City of South Bend is an at-will employer.Essential Duty:
Uphold Core Values All employees of the City of South Bend are expected to uphold and actively demonstrate the City's Core Values in their daily work, which are summarized below: Excellence- Deliver high-quality service and strive for continuous improvement. Accountability
- Take ownership of responsibilities and outcomes. Innovation
- Seek creative solutions and embrace new ideas. Inclusion
- Promote a respectful, equitable, and welcoming environment. Empowerment
- Support and encourage others to grow and succeed.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance