Frequently Asked Questions
Do I get paid more money to work party shifts?
Yes, you will be paid a premium rate of $2/hr extra for pool party shifts. This is paid out as a pool party bonus at the end of the season; you must finish the season to earn this premium.
Can I have a second job?
Are your schedules made bi-weekly, weekly or monthly?
Do you allow time off for vacations?
Can I request a pool?
Yes, by signing up in November-January, we will allow you to choose one of the pools we service. We have lots of pools to choose from.
When does the season begin and end?
Where will I work?
How many days per week will I work?
With full availability, 3 – 4 per week averaged over the course of the summer.
What days will I work?
How many hours a week will I work?
How often will I get paid?
Is every guard guaranteed a Bonus at the end of the season?
What is the starting pay for a Head Lifeguard?
Head guards start at $18.25 per hour with an additional bonus of 50 cents per every hour worked given for every guard who works until the end of the season (30 hours worked after 8/15). On top of this, every head guard is eligible for the opportunity to earn an additional bonus (Elite Lifeguard Bonus) of 50 cents for every hour worked by meeting the standards in their AMS Manual and doing an excellent job consistently throughout the summer. This totals an extra $1.00 for every hour worked.
In summary, a first year Head guard may earn up to $19.25 per hour if they meet all requirements in the AMS manual.
What is the starting pay for a New Lifeguard?
The starting pay for a new lifeguard is $17.50 per hour with an additional bonus of 50 cents per every hour worked given for every guard who works until the end of the season (30 hours worked after 8/15). On top of this, every guard is eligible for the opportunity to earn an additional bonus (Elite Lifeguard Bonus) of 50 cents for every hour worked by meeting the standards in their AMS Manual and doing an excellent job consistently throughout the summer. In total, every guard is eligible for an extra $1.00 for every hour worked over the summer.
In summary, a first year lifeguard will make $18.50 per hour if they meet all requirements in the AMS manual.
When do we hear from you once our lifeguard training is complete?
When do we hear from you once our lifeguard training is complete?
Is there a cost for the uniform?
Yes. You will need to order your Lifeguard Uniform. The cost ranges from $44.50 to $60.50 depending on the options selected.
Do I have to wear a uniform?
Yes. All AMS employees are required to wear the AMS uniform whenever on duty. You will need to order your Lifeguard Uniform. The cost ranges from $44.50 to $60.50 depending on the options selected.
What are the steps to becoming a lifeguard?
- Fill out the online application on our website. Once you have filled this out you will receive an immediate notification that explains when and where the next lifeguard orientation/signup is held.
- Come to the lifeguard orientation/signup. We will explain to you at this orientation what we expect of you for your summer job, how to prepare for the Lifeguard, CPR & First Aid certification, and answer your questions. You will also sign up for one of our Lifeguard, CPR and First Aid Certification classes at this meeting.
- Attend a Lifeguard, CPR and First Aid class that you signed up for. Once this is complete, you are ready to work in May.
How long with it take me to “earn back” the cost of the training?
A new lifeguard working an 8 hr shift will earn the money back in under 2 days.
What if I do not pass the Lifeguard, CPR & First Aid Certification class?
If I pay $125 at the signup meeting does this guarantee me the job?
Yes, as long as you pass the Lifeguard certification course. One of the things that we do that other companies do not is guarantee the job. You must be 15 years or older (or turning 15 in Spring or Summer), have a great attitude, know how to swim, and show us you are a dependable employee. We only offer the Lifeguard, CPR and First Aid Certification to future AMS Pool employees.
What does the $225 pay for?
This is for the Lifeguard, CPR, Oxygen, AED, and First Aid certification training (everything you need to sit in the lifeguard stand). We do not charge you to work for us, the $225 is for the cost of the training certification. Every lifeguard has to be certified before they can sit in the Lifeguard stand. Most certifications range between $250-$350 (not including uniform costs) and sometimes you pay this and are not even guaranteed a job. AMS Pools’ only interest is to hire and train the employees we need to staff our pools. You will be getting top of the line training at the lowest price around. The best part is that you will be guaranteed a job!
How much are the Lifeguard, CPR and First Aid certification classes?
225.00. You can either pay in full or break it into two payments. The first payment of $125 is due at the lifeguard orientation/signup. The second payment of $100 can either be paid online at least 14 days before your lifeguard class or you can choose to have it deducted from your 1st paycheck. You will need to go online and choose which payment option you prefer, at least two weeks before your lifeguard training class.
When should we get signed up to Lifeguard?
By signing up early, November-January, you will have a better chance of getting your first pool request (assuming your pool is not full), or you will be staffed 15-20 minutes from the high school we recruited you from. We will sign up 90% (roughly 700 out of 800) of our employees between November and February. After February, we can no longer guarantee that we can staff you within 15-20 minutes of your high school. The sooner you sign up, the closer to home you will get staffed.