Lifeguard

Great Wolf Lodge; Perryville (MD); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Wolf University

Discounted vacations

Cross-training

Scholarship program

Talent development

Flexible scheduling

Wellness program

Employee Assistance

Employee Relief Fund

Diversity & inclusion

Referral incentives

Job summary

Great Wolf Lodge in the United States is seeking Lifeguards to supervise swimmers, monitor park areas, and respond quickly to emergencies while maintaining a friendly, safety-first environment.

This role requires a minimum age of 16, on-site work, and completion of First Aid, CPR, and Ellis Lifeguard training. Flexible scheduling and competitive hourly pay are offered, with opportunities for development through Great Wolf University.

Qualifications

• No experience required; training provided.
• Must be at least 16 years of age.
• Be willing to achieve First Aid, CPR and Ellis Lifeguard Training.
• Successful background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Supervise swimmers and guests during park hours and events.
• Respond to emergency situations in assigned zone.
• Communicate emergencies outside of zone when needed.
• Administer and coordinate first aid as necessary.
• Enforce waterpark rules and safety procedures.
• Inform aquatics management of unsafe or unsanitary conditions.
• Provide courteous, rapid customer service to guests.
• Maintain clean, orderly waterpark areas.
• Operate in line with Ellis Certification standards.

Skills

No experience required

Must be 16+

First Aid CPR Ellis Lifeguard

Background check and drug screen

Job description

Pay: $20

At Great Wolf, Lifeguard is one of the most important positions in the lodge, as they are vital to ensuring the safety of our guests, their families, and anyone that visits our waterpark attractions. No matter the situation, Great Wolf lifeguards are trained to respond and ensure all guests enjoy a safe and fun environment.

Hiring immediately with full-time, part-time, and flexible scheduling – must be at least sixteen (16) years or older except for some locations and aquatics positions, such as lifeguard, where the requirement is at least fifteen (15) years or older.

Join our Pack:

• Grow your career: A great place to start or advance your career with cross-training, scholarship fund, and talent development programs at all levels
• Great Perks: Take advantage of exclusive perks for you, your family, and friends – including discounted vacations and employee referral incentives
• Learn While You Earn: Gain access to Great Wolf University for on-the-job training, functional, and leadership training
• Prioritize Your Well-Being: We offer flexible scheduling, access to a holistic wellness program and technology, and support through our Employee Assistance Program and Employee Relief Fund
• Celebrate Your Uniqueness: Join a team that cheers for diversity and inclusion through programs that make everyone feel welcome and recognized.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Health savings account
• Telehealth resources
• Life insurance
• 401K with employer match
• Paid vacation time off
• Paid parental leave

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Supervises and provides surveillance of swimmers and guests during park hours, special events, and training sessions
• Responds to emergency situations in assigned zone
• Assists in communicating emergency situations outside of assigned zone
• Administers and coordinates emergency first aid as necessary
• Enforces the rules and regulations of the waterpark
• Advises aquatics management of unsafe and unsanitary conditions
• Provides superior customer service to all guests by assisting all in a polite and expedient manner
• Performs daily routine chores and maintenance of waterpark to ensure neat and orderly appearance
• Performing within Ellis Certification standards

Required Qualifications & Skills

• No experience required, training provided
• Must be at least 16 years of age
• Ability and willingness to achieve Certification in First Aid, CPR and Ellis & Associates Lifeguard Training
• Successful completions of criminal background check and drug screen

Desired Qualifications & Traits

• Good oral communication skills
• Prior First Aid, CPR, AED experiencePrior lifeguard training and/or experience

Physical Requirements

• Swim 50 yards in 4 ft. of water and retrieve a 10 lb brick from the bottom of pool
• Sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Capable of prolonged exposure to hot and humid environments
• Ability to climb multiple flights of stairs
• Minimum of 20/25 corrected or uncorrected vision and no permanent eye abnormalities

Pay Rate: $$20 /hr

An employee’s pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, travel requirements, revenue-based metrics, any contractual agreements, and business or organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of Great Wolf’s total compensation package. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, a Paid Time Off policy, and other perks.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals With Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and for inquiring about, discussing or disclosing compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.