Lifeguard - Certification Provided (Port Aransas, Tx)

Salary Not Available Position range in Nueces County $9.52•$12.36 Per hour Lifeguard•Certification Provided (Port Aransas, Tx)

OPERATING PORT ROYAL INC

Occupation:

Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers

Location:

PORT ARANSAS, TX

•78373 Positions available: 6 Job #: 16995944

Source:

WorkInTexas

Posted:

03/27/2026

Updated:

03/30/2026

Expires:

07/31/2026

Web Site:

WorkInTexas Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Job Type:

Seasonal, Full and Part Time Positions, Permanent Employment, Day Shift Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite Full Time Age 16 and up Language English Schedule Full and Part Time Positions Job Type Seasonal Duration Permanent Employment Shift Day Shift Help for . Lifeguards (Certification Provided)

Pay:

From $15.00 per hour

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum 16 years of age Ability to swim 50 yards without stopping Able to enter the pool safely, swim 20 yards to retrieve 10 lbs. of weight, return to the starting point within 1 minute, 50 seconds. Training/Certification is available to those that meet the minimum qualifications.

Job Title:

Lifeguard Responsible for ensuring the safety of facility patrons by preventing and responding to emergencies.

Lifeguarding:

American Red Cross or equivalent Lifeguarding and First Aid. American Red Cross or equivalent Waterfront Lifeguarding and First Aid for non-surf open-water positions. American Red Cross or equivalent Water park Lifeguarding and First Aid for water park and multi-attraction facility positions. American Red Cross CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer. Pre-employment testing of lifeguarding knowledge and skills may be required. Pre-employment drug screen required. Strong communication and problem-solving skills required!

Prerequisites:

Must be 16 years of age on or before the final scheduled session of this course. Swim 100 yards continuously demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing. Candidates may swim using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both but swimming on the back or side is not allowed. Swim goggles are allowed. Tread water for 2 minutes using only the legs. Candidates should place their hands under the armpits. Complete a timed event within 50 seconds. Starting in the water, swim 20 yards using the front crawl or breaststroke. The face may be in or out of the water. Swim goggles are not allowed. Submerge to a depth of 4 to 5 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object. Return to the surface and walk or swim 20 yards to return to the starting point with both hands holding the object at the surface of the water. Exit the water without using a ladder or steps

Knowledge and Skills:

Thorough knowledge and application of lifeguarding surveillance and rescue techniques. An understanding of facility characteristics, rules, policies and procedures. Leadership and public relations skills. Decision-making and communication skills.

Responsibilities:

Distributing pool towels and inventory. Setting up cabanas and taking down. Recognize and respond quickly and effectively in emergencies and Lifesaving events. Enforce all aquatic facility policies, rules and regulations. Inspect the facility on a daily schedule and report any unsafe conditions or equipment to the supervisor. Complete records and reports. Participate in regular in-service training sessions. Maintain fitness level (swimming skills, strength, and endurance). Some Facility Maintenance Cleaning of pool decks Cleaning of bathrooms Cleaning of trash cans Cleaning of pool tile Working with the Aquatic Facility Team and complete additional duties assigned by supervisor.

Job Type:

Seasonal Ability to commute/relocate: Port Aransas, TX 78373: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person