Joshua Slide Attendant

Ymcafw; Joshua (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Slide Attendant to ensure the safe operation of the water slide and surrounding areas. This role is crucial for maintaining a safe and enjoyable environment for all patrons. The Slide Attendant will monitor the slide, enforce safety rules, and assist guests, all while collaborating with fellow staff members to deliver an exceptional experience. If you are passionate about safety and enjoy working in an active environment, this position offers a great opportunity to contribute positively to the community while developing valuable skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum age of 15 with required certifications.
• Ability to maintain physical and mental readiness.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe operation of the water slide and monitor patrons.
• Enforce safety rules and assist guests as needed.

Skills

Lifeguard skills

Emergency response

Customer service

Education

ASHI Basic Life Support Certification

Basic First Aid Certification

Job description

Joshua YMCA, Joshua, Texas, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at 6:00 AM | Expires Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 5:59 AM

The Slide Attendant is responsible for ensuring the safe operation of the water slide and surrounding areas. This role includes monitoring the slide, enforcing safety rules, assisting patrons, and maintaining a clean and safe environment. The attendant works under the direction of the Aquatics Supervisor and collaborates with other staff to deliver a positive experience for YMCA members and guests.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Slide Attendant operates the top of the water slide, ensuring smooth and safe rides for patrons.
2. Enforce water rules to ensure the safety of patrons.
3. Maintains active surveillance of the pool area.
4. Knows/reviews all emergency procedures and responds to emergency situations immediately in accordance with YMCA policies, procedures, and the “safe-in-six” model. Completes related reports as required.
5. Maintains effective, positive relationships with the members, participants and other staff.
6. Knows, understands, and consistently applies safety rules, policies and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area. Maintains accurate records as required by the YMCA and/or the state Health Department code.
7. Performs equipment checks and ensures appropriate equipment is available as needed.
8. Checks the pool for hazardous conditions when arriving.
9. Attends all staff meetings and in-service training.
10. Performs other duties as assigned.

YMCA COMPETENCIES (Leader):

1. Values - Accepts and demonstrates the Y’s values.
2. Decision Making - Makes sound judgments, and transfers learning from one situation to another.
3. Quality Results - Strives to meet or exceed goals and deliver a high-value experience for members.
4. Self-Development - Pursues self-development that enhances job performance.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Minimum age of 15.
2. Certifications: ASHI Basic Life Support (ASHI CPR Pro), Basic First Aid. Slide Attendants will receive training upon hired.
3. Ability to maintain certification-level of physical and mental readiness.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

1. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
2. Physically perform all skills required of a lifeguard.
3. Hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere around the zone of responsibility.
4. Remain alert with no lapses of consciousness.
5. See and observe all sections of an assigned zone or area of responsibility.

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive. It is understood that the employee will also perform other reasonable association duties and will be responsible for implementation of the policies, procedures and standards established by the Metropolitan Board, the branch Board of Managers and the Association Leadership. Job descriptions are reviewed periodically and may be revised at the discretion of management. This job description is not a written or implied contract.

Joshua YMCA, Joshua, Texas, United States of America