Patrols public beach area to monitor activities of swimmers and prevent illegal conduct by performing the following duties.
The City of Port Aransas is in need of lifeguards. Starting pay is $18.09 with overtime available.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:
- Observes activities in assigned area on foot, in vehicle, or from tower or headquarters building with binoculars to detect hazardous conditions such as swimmers in distress, disturbances, or safety infractions.
- Cautions people against use of unsafe beach areas or illegal conduct such as drinking or fighting.
- Rescues distressed persons from ocean.
- Examines injured individuals, administers first aid, and monitors vital signs.
- Administers artificial respiration or provides oxygen to revive persons.
- Compiles emergency and medical treatment report forms and maintains daily information on weather and beach conditions.
- Operates switchboard or two-way radio system to maintain contact and coordinate activities between emergency rescue units.
- Other duties may be assigned.
For a complete job description, please click here Beach Lifeguard.