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Lifeguard

$17 per hour

Great Escape Rides LP

Job Description

Job Description

Summary:

Get wet, get paid! Splash into success as part of our amazing Aquatics Team. Whether you are watching over the wave pool, loading slide tubes, you will be on the frontline keeping our guests safe. You have the opportunity to work at both the indoor and outdoor Waterparks all well soaking up some amazing benefits.

What You Will Be Doing
  • Providing superior guest service at a variety of waterpark attractions with a focus on guest safety
  • Ensuring that all Guests meet all rider requirements for each attraction
  • Ensuring that all Guests ride the attraction appropriately and are dispatched properly
  • Calculating the dispatch interval for each rider
  • Maintaining a safe and clean work environment by effectively managing attractions and grounds
How You Will Do It
  • Ability to pass a Lifeguard course taught in English
  • Physical stamina and strong swimming skills
  • Physical role requiring heavy lifting, pushing, bending, twisting, and kneeling
  • Perform work that may involve lifting Guests, in and out of the pool
  • Willingness to get wet and stay wet throughout the day, regardless of weather
  • Preparedness to be test/rescue ready at all times during shift
  • Compliance with wearing approved footwear
  • Attention to safety and detail
  • 20/20 vision or corrective vision to 20/20
  • Strong observational skills to proactively identify Guest needs and ensure safety guidelines are being followed
  • Lifeguards provide guidance to Guests, problem-solving, and work in a cooperative team environment
  • A genuine interest in making people feel welcome using your smile and positive nature
  • Keen to be a part of something you believe in, providing fun while having fun at work
  • Openness to learn, grow and develop skills
  • Commitment to your team by being on time and working scheduled shifts
  • Work indoor at the Lodge, may require outdoor coverage May - August when the Theme Park is open. Outdoor settings involve various weather conditions.
What You Will Need
  • At least 15 years old
  • Capability to tread water for at least 2 minutes
  • Ability to swim up to 200 yards
  • Skill in retrieving a 10-pound brick from various pool depths
  • Must be able to communicate effectively in the English language
  • Must be able to remain calm in stressful and emergency situations
  • Must be able to stand for long periods of time
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
  • Excellent verbal communication skills
  • Ability to swim 50 yards and lift yourself out of the pool unassisted
  • Availability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays
  • Other Functions: All other duties assigned or necessary to support the park as a whole.
Why work with us?
  • Pay Rate: $17.00
  • Paid training
  • Advancement opportunities
  • Overtime pay eligible after 40 hours
  • Year-round job opportunities
  • Exclusive employee parties and events for you and your family
Vacancy posted 19 days ago
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