Lifeguard

Six Flags St. Louis; Union (MO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Six Flags St. Louis is offering a Lifeguard position as part of the Aquatics team, ideal for individuals who love outdoor work and helping guests in a fun environment. The role involves maintaining safety at the Hurricane Harbor Waterpark and requires effective communication and teamwork skills. Candidates must meet age requirements and successfully complete training.

Benefits

FREE park entry

Exclusive employee ride nights

Team member events

Qualifications

• Must be at least 15 years old to apply, must be 16 years or older for licensing.
• Must pass lifeguard training and licensing through Jeff Ellis & Associates.
• Must attend mandatory training sessions monthly.

Responsibilities

• Maintain supervision and respond to aquatic emergencies.
• Adhere to safety policies and maintain cleanliness.
• Report to management and assist other areas as needed.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

Water rescue techniques

First aid and CPR

Calmness under stress

Self-motivation

Multi-tasking

Job description

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Training Rate: $13.85

Details of Job: Join the Aquatics team! Become a Six Flags employee and get FREE park entry! Plus enjoy exclusive employee ride nights, team member events, and more! You must be at least 16 years or older to apply and are looking to fill 5 shifts a week. We will work with your schedule! Interested? You can text FUN to (phone number removed) to work with us now!

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Maintain constant vigilance and supervision of Guests in the Hurricane Harbor Waterpark.
• Recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies by utilizing skills taught by Ellis & Associates ILTP.
• Maintain a “Test-Ready” skill level at all times after certification.
• Adhere to all policies, practices, and procedures outlined in the Ellis & Associates ILTP program.
• Assist in other areas of the Aquatics Department.
• Must attend 4 hours of In-Service training each month.
• Enforce all Six Flags’ Policies and communicate safety policies to Guests.
• Maintain a regular, prompt attendance, and a clean work environment.
• Other duties as deemed necessary by management.
  
  

Skills And Qualifications

• Minimum Age: 15
• Must be at least 16 years of age to obtain Special Facilities License. May take the Lifeguard Class while 15 years of age if becoming 16 years of age during this Hurricane Harbor summer season and then finish the licensing requirements once 16 years of age.
• Must be able to communicate effectively.
• Must be able to successfully pass all applicable lifeguard training and licensing through Jeff Ellis & Associates, including practical and written tests, demonstrating abilities in water rescue techniques, basic first aid and CPR.
• Must remain calm in stressful and emergency situations.
• Must be able to exit from a pool/attraction at any point without the use of ladders, steps, or a zero depth exit.
• Must be willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions
• Must be professional, self-motivated, the ability to multi-task and have an enthusiastic attitude
• Must have strong teamwork skills and the ability to work with others.
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Seniority level

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  Internship

Employment type

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  Full-time

Job function

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• Industries

  Entertainment Providers

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