Life Guard

About the Role

Sheraton Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Life Guard to join their team in Dammam, Eastern region. This is a full-time position focused on ensuring the safety of swimmers and maintaining the recreational facility. The role requires 0-1 years of experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Utilize appropriate rescue techniques for swimmers requiring assistance.
• Monitor the swimming area for dangerous conditions, unusual activities, and swimmers in distress.
• Promote and enforce the rules and regulations of the recreational facility.
• Identify situations where guests may be unable to safely participate in an activity and inform the supervisor or manager.
• Provide assistance to injured guests until emergency medical services arrive.
• Contribute to an entertaining and relaxing atmosphere for guests.
• Obtain, fold, and stack towels according to company procedures.
• Wash, mop, and clean the pool perimeter.
• Report accidents, injuries, and hazardous working conditions to the manager.

Operational Duties and Safety Compliance

• Adhere to all chain safety policies and procedures, including reporting maintenance issues, accident risks, accidents, or injuries.
• Maintain a clean and professional uniform and appearance.
• Respect the confidentiality of proprietary information and protect company property.
• Support colleagues and treat them with dignity and respect, contributing to team goals.
• Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards.
• Greet and acknowledge all guests according to company standards.
• Communicate using clear, appropriate, and professional language, and answer the phone with proper etiquette.
• Perform other tasks as requested by managers that are consistent with the position.

Physical Requirements

• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing up to 50 pounds (* kg) without assistance.
• Assist in moving, lifting, carrying, transporting, and placing objects weighing over 75 pounds (34 kg).
• Stand, sit, or walk for extended periods or a full shift.
• Move at the speed required to respond to work situations (*, running, walking, jogging).
• Visually inspect tools, equipment, and machinery to identify defects.
• Grasp, turn, and manipulate objects of different sizes and weights requiring fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
• Reach objects overhead and below the knees, including bending, body rotations, pulling, and stooping.
• Move on sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces.
• Climb ladders, stairs, and service ramps.

Qualifications and Experience

• Education Level: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Related Work Experience: No related work experience is required.
• Supervisory Experience: No supervisory experience is required.
• Ability to follow safety training and obtain required certifications.

Application Information

This full-time position offers an opportunity to contribute to guest safety and facility maintenance at Sheraton Hotels & Resorts in Dammam. Salary details will be discussed during the interview process.