Lifeguard | $16.00/hr

Cedar Fair LP; Illinois; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic Lifeguards to join their team. This role involves ensuring guest safety while providing exceptional customer service in an exciting environment. Lifeguards will be responsible for maintaining a clean and safe park, responding to emergencies, and enforcing safety regulations. The position offers paid training for certification as a Special Facilities Lifeguard and requires strong swimming abilities. If you are passionate about water safety and enjoy working in a dynamic team, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old and able to work varied shifts.
• Certification as a Special Facilities Lifeguard required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure guest safety and respond to emergencies effectively.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of the park environment.

Skills

Customer Service

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Swimming Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Responsibilities:

• Solve and handle Guest challenges with a “Can Do” attitude and efficient customer service.
• Interact with Guests on a one-on-one basis or in large groups and maintain professionalism.
• Communicate and enforce all rider requirements and restrictions.
• Deliver friendly and informative announcements to our Guests in small and large groups.
• Responsible for the proper and safe operation of rides and attractions.
• Respond to emergency situations in a professional and efficient manner with a teamwork approach.
• Maintain a clean work area to promote a safe working environment and help eliminate hazards.
• Maintain park cleanliness throughout the day and be responsible for end-of-night cleaning tasks.

Certification Requirements:

• Achieve certification as a Special Facilities Lifeguard; paid training provided after hire.
• Maintain all rescue skills at a “test-ready” level.
• Swim a minimum of 200 yards non-stop.
• Retrieve a 10lb. brick from a minimum of 6 feet/maximum 10 feet of water.
• Tread water for 2 minutes without the use of hands or arms.
• Exit out of a pool without using a ladder.

Team Member Expectations:

• Complete a minimum of 4 hours of in-service training a month.
• Maintain proper grooming and uniform guidelines at all times.
• Follow and enforce all park policies and procedures in a fair and consistent manner.
• Strong teamwork skills and ability to work well with others.
• Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with Guests, other Team Members, and leadership.
• Ability to handle multiple projects while paying close attention to details.
• Willing to perform Shallow Water Lifeguard and Water Attendant duties and responsibilities.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Able to work a minimum of 30 hours per week, varied shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Attend all mandatory certification courses, in-service trainings, and meetings.
• Maintain all job requirements in all weather conditions including heat, cold, sun, rain, and wind.
• Willing to stand in and move through water for periods at water depths from 0 to 6 feet.
• Cannot have a fear of heights.
• Able to climb multiple levels of stairs throughout the day.
• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Stand and walk a minimum of 7-10 hours a day over various surfaces.
• Able to continuously kneel, use hand-eye coordination, and maintain a minimum of 20/25 vision or have 20/25 corrected vision.
• Able to continuously pull, push, and hold tubes, rafts, and mats.
• Lift and carry a minimum of 50 lbs. for a minimum of 25 feet over various surfaces.

Seniority Level

Internship

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Other

Industries

Entertainment Providers