Lifeguard

The Lifeguard provides guests with an exceptional experience while ensuring safe and proper usage of the facilities, by communicating rules and active supervision of the pool area.

• DreamWorks Water Park is open year round.
• Qualified candidates need to know how to swim. We will provide testing, training and certifications for those that qualify

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintaining a constant, uninterrupted surveillance of guests in pools and hot tubs.
• Responding to major and minor first aid situations and distressed swimmers.
• Enforcing safety rules and regulations, and instruct and reinforce the proper use of Water Park attractions to our guests.
• Presenting a professional appearance at all times and maintain a high standard of customer service.
• Monitoring and supervising first aid facility and attending to any guests arriving needing medical assistance.
• Responding to guest concerns, questions, and requests regarding waterslides and facility.
• Being actively involved in creating and maintaining a safe environment for all staff and guests.
• Safe operation of attractions including slide dispatch, runouts, catch pools, hot tubs, and wave pools.
• Other responsibilities as required.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous customer service experience is an asset
• Safety minded with the ability to stay calm in emergency situations
• Must have excellent communication, written and interpersonal skills
• Enjoy working as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Must be an adept swimmer
• Training is provided but you must be a strong swimmer.
• Ability to successfully complete certification in First Aid, CPR, and Ellis & Associates Lifeguard Training
• This is a part-time position that requires flexible availability Monday through Sunday

PHYSICAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand for long periods of time, climb multiple flights of stairs and work in a hot, humid, chlorinated environment
• Swim 200 yards and ability to retrieve 10-pound diving brick from depth of 8 ft. of water
• Tread water for 2 minutes without using your hands
• Must be at least 16 years of age
• Must be able to pass a basic security clearance

American Dream is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment or discrimination. All employment decisions are to be made without regard to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, pregnancy, national origin/ancestry, citizenship, physical/mental disability, military status or any other basis prohibited by law.