Aquatics Instructor - $19.22/hr.

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Six Flags Corp in California is hiring an instructor to train lifeguard applicants in recognition, rescue skills, CPR and First Aid. You will work with aquatics staff during the busy summer season and must hold ILTP Lifeguard certification.

The role requires at least 1 year in aquatics or emergency response, strong verbal skills, energy, and the ability to lead large groups; attendance at Ellis and Associates Instructor training is required.

Qualifications

• Must have 1+ year in aquatics or emergency response.
• Capable of facilitating training in large groups and motivating others.
• Excellent communication and verbal skills; professional, energetic attitude.

Responsibilities

• Train lifeguard applicants in recognition, rescue skills, CPR and First Aid.
• Attend Ellis and Associates Instructor training course.
• Maintain professional conduct and motivate trainees during training.
• Coordinate with aquatics staff to schedule summer training sessions.

Skills

Lifeguard training

Public speaking

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

ILTP Lifeguard License

CA Driver's License

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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

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.