East Bank Club

Lifeguard - Seasonal

East Bank Club  •  $17/hr  •  Chicago, IL (Onsite)  •  1 month ago
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Job Description

The Opportunity

Do you love working by the pool? Well, you are in luck. East Bank Club is looking to add to its lifeguarding team.

The lifeguard at East Bank Club is responsible for ensuring its members have a safe and enjoyable time in the water. This individual will be required to respond appropriately to emergency and non-emergency situations, as well as enforce pool guidelines with a member-first service approach.

This is a seasonal position and the ideal candidate will be hired specifically to work from Memorial Day - Labor Day (training starts in April 2026)

Pay Rate: $17.00 pay rate. This is considered an entry level position.

Seasonal Lifeguards will be expected to work evening shifts and at least one weekends shift every week.

Shift availability:

Wednesday: 3:00pm - 7:00pm

Friday: 9:00am - 3:00pm

Friday: 3:00pm - 8:00pm

Saturday: 8:30am - 2:00pm

Saturday: 3:30pm - 8:00pm

Sunday: 8:30am - 1:00pm

Rate of Pay: $17.00 per hour. This role is considered entry-level

Job Responsibilities:

  • Greet and assist members utilizing the pool area
  • Observe assigned pool and surrounding area
  • Enforce all posted pool guidelines
  • Enforce Children’s Rules and age restrictions
  • Assist Aerobics and Swim Instructors in setting up or facilitating classes including taking attendance
  • Relay any member relations problems to management
  • Enforces all appropriate EBC Aquatics Standards
  • All other duties as assigned by management
  • Maintain a clean and organized pool area
  • Picking up towels and moving Chairs
  • Clean any part of the pool that is needed throughout shift
  • Vacuuming pools as necessary
  • Shut down pool and perform necessary cleanup as needed
  • Arranging equipment and swim aids

Requirements

  • Must be authorized to work in the USA. We use E-Verify.
  • Lifeguarding experience preferred.
  • American Red Cross Shallow Lifeguard or deeper will be required (Paid training for those that need to renew or update, a lifeguarding certification).

Benefits

  • Time Off & Retirement:
    • Paid Time Off
    • 401(k) with company match up to 3%
    • Value Sharing (Profit sharing)
    • Holiday Bonus
  • Health & Wellness:
    • EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
    • Pet Insurance through MetLife
  • Employee Perks:
    • Free workout privileges
    • Employee discounts in the Pro Shop, Spa & Salon services and in the Market
    • Parking and transit benefits (pre-tax deduction)
    • Access to Tickets at Work discounts

East Bank Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer and drug/smoke-free workplace.

East Bank Club

About East Bank Club

A veritable Chicago institution, East Bank Club is recognized as the country's most gracious and dynamic fitness, sports and dining facility. Located in Chicago's River North neighborhood, the Club opened its doors in 1980 and employs more than 400 employees.

East Bank Club has set the standard for first-class hospitality and excellence in the fitness industry, a standard exemplified by each employee. The bonds employees create with fellow staff, members and the Club itself keep members and employees returning day after day.

Career options at the Club include positions in customer service, fitness, spa and salon, and food and beverage, among many other opportunities. Each and every employee is a valued and vital member of the East Bank Club team.

East Bank Club employees find pride in the Club's status as an industry leader. The Club is considered the gold standard in the industry, with state-of-the-art equipment, extensive programming, a wide array of amenities, and excellent and highly qualified staff.

Employees are encouraged to utilize the Club’s workout facilities to fully embrace the Club’s ethos to live well. In addition, the Club offers highly competitive wages and benefits.

East Bank Club employees are committed to helping our members live well. More than half of the Club’s employees have been committed to this goal for five years or more. That is what happens when you work for an industry leader. That is what happens when your employer sets the standard. That is what happens when you focus on health that goes beyond fitness. It takes a simple commitment. Are you ready?

Industry
Arts & Entertainment
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Chicago, Illinois
Year Founded
1980
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