Lifeguard

Canada's Wonderland; Bowie (MD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Aquatics team at a leading amusement park this summer! As an integral part of ensuring guest safety at water attractions, you will engage with guests, perform rescue duties, and keep areas clean. Ideal candidates will be 16 years or older, possess strong swimming skills, and have a positive attitude.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling

Positive work environment

Team experiences

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years or older.
• Must be able to swim 200 yards in 15 minutes.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor swimmers in various water attractions.
• Act as a first responder for guest safety.
• Ensure cleanliness of ride areas.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Excellent verbal communication skills

Friendly, outgoing personality

Ability to react well in stressful situations

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 frontline keeping our guests safe. Soak up amazing benefits and make money while getting your summer tan! Apply now and apply the sunscreen later.

What You Will Be Doing

• Keep a close eye on swimmers in the wave pool, lazy river, and many exciting water attractions
• Act as a first responder and jump in the water to keep guests safe
• Assist guests in and out of rafts and cycle through the line efficiently
• Calculate the proper dispatch interval between riders
• Provide guests with a safe and enjoyable ride experience
• Keep ride patios and midways clean and looking great

How You Will Do It

• Ability to work in an environment as fast-paced as our water slides
• Will complete and maintain Ellis and Associates training and certification
• Pass ride certification tests with 100% accuracy
• Understand basic rescue techniques, first aid, and CPR
• Strong attention to detail, not easily distracted, and commitment to safety
• Friendly, outgoing personality
• Positive attitude to make guests excited about their ride or swim
• Must react well in stressful and emergency situations

What You Will Need

• Must be 16 years or older
• 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
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays