Aquatics Instructor - $19.22/hr.

Six Flags; California; On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedar Fair Entertainment Company seeks an enthusiastic lifeguard trainer to instruct recognition, rescue, CPR and First Aid to applicants.

You must attend an Ellis and Associates Instructor training course, maintain open summer availability, and demonstrate professional communication, teamwork and motivational skills. Candidates should have 1+ year aquatic or emergency response experience, and be able to train large groups while upholding safety standards and a positive attitude.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 19 years old.
• Must hold a valid California Driver’s License.
• Must have a High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Must hold a current ILTP Lifeguard License.

Responsibilities

• Train lifeguard applicants in recognition, rescue skills, CPR and First Aid.
• Attend Ellis and Associates Instructor training course.
• Possess open summer availability and strong communication and teamwork skills.

Skills

Lifeguard training delivery

Public speaking

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

ILTP Lifeguard License

CA Driver’s License

Job description

Overview:undefined

Responsibilities:

Duties include training lifeguard applicants in recognition, rescue skills, CPR and First Aid. Applicants must be able to attend an Ellis and Associates Instructor training course and have an open availability during summer. All applicants must possess 1+ year in aquatics or emergency response, have the ability to facilitate training in large groups, and excellent communication and verbal skills. Applicants must be professional, energetic, able to motivate others, have a positive attitude and strong teamwork skills.

Qualifications:

Qualifications: Must be at least 19 years of age, have a valid CA Driver’s License, have a High School Diploma or Equivalent, and must hold a current/valid International Lifeguard Training Program (ILTP) Lifeguard License.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to swim over 200 yards and be able to tread water with no hands for over 2 minutes.

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

• Occasional use of Seal Easy (CPR Mask), whistle, backboard, Oxygen tank, AED, rubber gloves and rescue tube

• Applicants must be able to lift themselves out of a 3-foot pool without the use of a ladder or steps.

• Applicants need 20/25 or 20/25 corrected vision to be hired.

• Constantly standing, talking, speaking clearly, hearing acuity, seeing near and far, depth perception, and color vision.

• Frequently climbing, stooping, kneeling, bending, reaching, finger movement and hearing conversation.

• Occasionally balancing, crouching, and crawling.

• Working in extreme heat, sun, temperature change, wetness, heights, chemicals.

• Lifting and carrying should not exceed 25 pounds, pushing and pulling should not exceed 25 pounds.

• All lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling of weight requires assistance from a co-worker or mechanical device.

• Overtime of adults may be required from time to time in order to accommodate the business need.

Cedar Fair Entertainment Company is an equal opportunity employer. A work permit may be required for associates under the age of 18. Applicants must be legally eligible for employment in the United States and in accordance with state laws. Cedar Fair also conducts background checks on all applicants 18 years of age and older.