Life Guard

About the Role

Sheraton Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Life Guard to join their team in Dammam, Eastern region. This full-time role is responsible for ensuring the safety of swimmers and maintaining the recreation facility, requiring vigilance, quick response, and strict adherence to safety protocols.

Key Responsibilities

• Observe the swimming area for dangerous conditions, unusual or unsafe activities, and struggling swimmers.
• Utilize appropriate rescue techniques when swimmers require assistance.
• Promote and enforce the rules and regulations of the recreation facility.
• Identify situations where guests may not be able to safely participate in an activity and inform the supervisor or manager.
• Provide initial assistance to injured guests until emergency medical services arrive.
• Contribute to a fun and relaxing atmosphere for guests.
• Obtain, fold, and stack towels according to company procedures.
• Wash, mop, and clean the pool deck.
• Report accidents, injuries, and unsafe work conditions to the manager; complete required safety training and certifications.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures, maintain confidentiality of proprietary information, and protect company assets.
• Welcome and acknowledge all guests according to company standards; ensure uniform and personal appearance are clean and professional; anticipate and address guests’ service needs; assist individuals with disabilities; thank guests with genuine appreciation.
• Communicate with others using clear and professional language.
• Support all co-workers and treat them with dignity and respect.
• Comply with quality assurance expectations and standards.

Physical Requirements

• Visually inspect tools, equipment, or machines to identify defects.
• Move at a speed required to respond to work situations (*, run, walk, jog).
• Stand, sit, or walk for extended periods or an entire work shift.
• Move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance and objects weighing in excess of 75 pounds with assistance.
• Grasp, turn, and manipulate objects of varying size and weight, requiring fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
• Move over sloping, uneven, or slippery surfaces, as well as up and down ladders, stairs, and/or service ramps.
• Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping.

Qualifications and Experience

• 0-1 year of relevant experience is required for this position.
• Ability to perform all duties as requested.

About Sheraton Hotels & Resorts

Sheraton Hotels & Resorts, a brand within Marriott International, has been a place for gathering and connection since 1937. Associates at Sheraton contribute to a sense of belonging in over 400 communities globally, connecting guests through engaging experiences and thoughtful service. The company is committed to being an equal opportunity employer, valuing diverse backgrounds and fostering an inclusive environment.