9/2/09Best Job Ever
Everybody’s first couple of jobs usually come and go like the wind. Although sometimes you might get lucky and find that job that really works for you. Other times you can’t wait to get off your scheduled to search for a new one. Whatever the case may be, everyone would rather work at a place they love and enjoy. Working somewhere you enjoy makes the work day fly by. Most people don’t end up working in a career they like. People just stick with it because they never feel like starting over, so they’d rather suffer. Every time I hear someone complaining about their job, I always tell them to get a new one if it’s so bad. I understand its different now because of the economy and how it’s so hard to keep a good steady job.
Since I’m only eighteen years old I’ve only been through three employed experiences. I had my first job when I was fifteen. My first job was the worst job I’ve experienced. I was a housekeeper at a local water park. I had to deal with trash, public bathrooms, and the scorching sun. In the past three years I’ve had three jobs back t back, that’s not bad. This journey took me threw a lot as far as commitments and responsibilities. I believe that I started out low and worked my way up. I’ve worked my way up in job description as well as in income.
The best job out of the three I’ve had is no doubt the one I have now. I’m currently employed as a lifeguard at a local recreation center, known as Bow Creek. It’ll be a year since I fist started at Bow creek in October, and I’m so grateful I have made it this far. The pay is rewarding and I can’t complain about the hours either. I get paid $8.64 an hour for lifeguarding and will get paid $12.17 an hour for teaching swim lesson after my certification class. It may not seem like much to a lot people but to me its one of the better paying part time jobs out there. A city job is really the way to go for me.
Bow Creek works with your availability, which most part time jobs don’t. We have a request off binder we use. Whenever I need time off, I just go to that binder and find the days and simply write the word off on the calendar. Even if I do accidently get scheduled a shift I’m unable to work, there are five other recreation centers I can call to get a substitute. If I’m unable to get my shift covered then most likely the supervisors will work something out with you depending on the severity of reason as to why you need off. Another plus is that the centers close at five o’clock on Saturdays and Sundays. This way I can count on my weekend nights being free.
I’ve met a lot of new people while working for Bow Creek’s aquatic unit. My co-workers and I get along very well and we’re always willing to help each other out. We are always offering to help cover someone’s shift if they need it. I mean that’s more money in our pockets so it works out for both of parties. Its safe to say we’ve all became close friends while working with each other. We are like a little aquatic family, it’s nice. My supervisors are really down to earth, which makes them easy to talk to. Whenever I have a problem with anything or anyone I can just go talk to them about it. They’re so easy to talk to that we often just talk about our everyday lives to each other while still maintaining a professional image. I appreciate the open door policy is always an option. Feeling comfortable with everyone comes in handy when a problem arises.
Along with meeting my co-workers and developing a bond with them, I also keep a good professional relationship with the patrons (customers). Bow Creek has a lot of regulars that come into the pool area for a good swim. These people are fun to talk with. I enjoy their company while I’m on the stand. Working at Bow Creek allows me to interact with people throughout the whole day. I don’t just get to interact with people but with kids! I love working with kids, and I will soon become a Water Safety Instructor. Once WSI certified I’ll be able to teach swimming lessons. This job is definitely the best job I’ve ever had.
Although I’ve only had three jobs in my working career, I feel I have a really rewarding job as of now. I’m appreciative of the fact that I found a job at Bow Creek. I really enjoy working with my co-workers and being able to be around people all the time. I plan on keeping this job for awhile until I start my career as an Occupational Therapist or at least till I’m almost done with college. I can’t think of a lot of negatives about this particular job, placing it as the best job I’ve ever had!
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