Lifeguard

Six Flags New England; Agawam (MA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Six Flags New England is seeking energetic lifeguards for the summer to keep guests safe at Hurricane Harbor. You will monitor pools, respond to emergencies, and assist visitors with questions while upholding park policies.

Requirements include 16 years of age, successful completion of the Ellis & Associates Special Facilities lifeguard course, and strong swimming ability. Flexible hours, including nights and weekends, are expected.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Must complete Ellis & Associates Special Facilities lifeguard course.
• Able to swim 200 yards in 15 minutes and tread water for two minutes.
• Flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Able to communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Maintain constant vigilance and supervise guests in Hurricane Harbor water park.
• Recognize and manage aquatic emergencies per Ellis & Associates ILTP.
• Assist guests with questions concerning rides, directions, and policies.
• Attend weekly in-service training sessions.
• Enforce Six Flags New England policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned in the Aquatics Department.

Skills

Lifeguard certification

Swimming ability

English proficiency

Physical fitness

Flexible schedule

Education

Ellis & Associates Lifeguard Certification

Job description

Get wet, get paid! Splash into success as part of our amazing aquatics team this summer. Whether you’re watching over the wave pool or loading slide tubes, you’ll be on the front line keeping our guests safe. Soak up amazing benefits and make money while getting your summer tan!

Overview

Get wet, get paid! Splash into success as part of our amazing aquatics team this summer. Whether you’re watching over the wave pool or loading slide tubes, you’ll be on the front line keeping our guests safe. Soak up amazing benefits and make money while getting your summer tan!

Pay Starting at $17.00/Hour

Responsibilities

• Maintaining constant vigilance and supervision of guests in Hurricane Harbor water park
• Recognizing and managing aquatic emergencies by utilizing skills taught by Ellis & Associates ILTP
• Assisting guests with questions concerning rides, directions, and policies
• Remaining at a “Test Ready” skill level at all times
• Adhering to all policies, practices, and procedures outlined in the Ellis & Associates ILTP program
• Adhering to bio-hazardous waste disposal procedures, and perform all related duties in compliance with fecal matter exposure policy
• Attending weekly-scheduled in-service training sessions
• Assisting in other areas of the Aquatics Department
• Enforcing all Six Flags New England policies
• Performing all other incidental and related duties as required and assigned

Qualifications

• At least 16 years old
• Must successfully complete the Ellis & Associates Special Facilities lifeguard course and once completed, may work in any lifeguard capacity within Hurricane Harbor
• Must be able to swim 200 yards in 15 minutes, retrieve a 10-pound brick from the bottom of a pool, tread water for two minutes, and lift yourself out of the pool
• Willing to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Able to communicate effectively in the English language, including the ability to read, speak, and understand the English language
• Able to meet the physical demands of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations, including walking long distances, standing for long periods of time, lifting, working at heights, etc.