About this role
The Retreat Club, located in Davenport, FL, is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for a part-time Lifeguard! We are seeking a driven individual who is eager to learn, contribute, and grow within a fast-paced hospitality-focused property organization. As part of Troon, you will contribute to a global leader in golf and community management.
Compensation:
$16.00 per hour
Job Summary: The Lifeguard is responsible for ensuring the safety of all guests at the water park, particularly in areas including a 4.5-meter-deep pool and slide towers. The role involves active surveillance, enforcement of safety rules, prompt emergency response, and providing first aid and rescue services when required.
Key Responsibilities:
• Maintain constant and vigilant supervision of assigned pool areas and slide tower splash zones
• Monitor swimmers and slide users to prevent unsafe behavior and accidents
• Perform water rescues, including deep-water rescues, when necessary
• Respond immediately and effectively to emergencies, injuries, or distress situations
• Provide first aid, CPR, and use rescue equipment as trained
• Enforce all water park rules and safety regulations in a professional manner
• Conduct routine safety checks of pools, slides, towers, and rescue equipment
• Assist with opening and closing safety procedures of pools and attractions
• Communicate clearly with guests, team members, and supervisors
• Report incidents, accidents, and maintenance concerns accurately
• Maintain cleanliness and order in lifeguard and pool deck areas
Qualifications & Requirements:
• Valid Lifeguard Certification (recognized authority)
• Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certification
• Strong swimming ability and endurance
• Ability to work at heights (slide towers) and in deep-water environments
• Good observation, communication, and decision-making skills
• Physically fit and able to perform rescues
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
Preferred Skills:
• Previous water park or deep-pool lifeguarding experience
• Knowledge of water slide operations and safety protocols
• Team-oriented with strong customer service skills
Work Environment:
• Outdoor and indoor water park settings
• Exposure to sun, water, and varying weather conditions
• Rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays
Minimum Qualifications for the Lifeguard:
• Minimum of two (2) years of lifeguarding experience.
• CPR, First Aid Certification, various Water Safety/Instructor Certifications required.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Knowledge of accepted sanitation standards and applicable health codes.
Benefits & Other Compensation:
This position includes eligibility for the following benefits, subject to applicable plan terms:
• Healthcare Benefits – Medical (if determined by the ACA measurement)
• Retirement Benefits – 401(k) with employer match (19 years of age and older)
Eligibility for benefits and the specific terms, conditions, and offerings are governed by the applicable plan of documents and company policies, which may be amended at the Company's discretion.
About Troon:
Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ, Troon is the world's largest professional club management company, that specializes in services in golf, hospitality, and residential communities. With more than 900 locations in 45+ states and 27+ countries, Troon is a leading employer in hospitality. Guided by values that emphasize being infectiously energetic, consciously kind, and humbly prosperous, Troon offers professionals the opportunity to grow and succeed within a globally respected organization. Learn more at www.troon.com.