Lifeguard - PT

Lagooninformation; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Job summary

MetroLagoons in Florida operates premier lagoon destinations for family fun and water adventures. This Lifeguard role involves supervising water attractions such as kayaks, paddleboards, slides, and obstacle courses, ensuring guest safety, and assisting with minor medical issues.

Training is provided after successfully passing the American Red Cross swim test. Responsibilities include monitoring zones, enforcing rules, opening/closing duties, and performing basic pool maintenance.

Qualifications

• Must pass Swim Test (details below) and obtain American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification
• Current ARC LG Certification preferred
• Must be comfortable working outdoors around water in all weather conditions
• Proficient communication skills, both verbal and written
• Flexible availability including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service and ensure guests and team member safety.
• Operate all attractions in a friendly manner while ensuring safety requirements are met.
• Explain and enforce rules, regulations, and policies to ensure guest safety.
• Monitor designated areas to recognize signs of danger.
• Perform opening and closing duties including minor pool maintenance and attraction checks.
• Maintain area cleanliness and quality including trash removal and hose downs.
• Respond to emergencies and rescue swimmers in danger.
• Perform first aid procedures.
• Assist other departments as required

Skills

Customer service

Team communication

Stamina & fitness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification

Job description

Florida's Premier Lagoon Destinations for Family Fun, Relaxation & Water Adventures

MetroLagoons transforms ordinary days into unforgettable waterfront experiences. Located throughout the Tampa Bay and Southwest Florida regions, our resort-style lagoons feature clear blue water, sandy beaches, water slides, obstacle courses, paddleboarding, kayaking, swim-up bars, private cabanas, live events, and family-friendly attractions.

Whether you're planning a family outing, a weekend adventure, a special celebration, or simply looking for the best lagoon near Tampa, MetroLagoons offers a tropical escape close to home.

JOB SUMMARY – Lifeguard: Lifeguards operate our water attractions including kayaks, paddleboards, slides, and floating obstacle courses. They also assist guests with minor medical issues. Training will be provided to any applicants passing the American Red Cross swim test (see details below).

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Provide excellent customer service and ensure guests and always team member safety.
• Operate all attractions in a friendly manner while ensuring all safety requirements are met.
• Explaining and enforcing rules, regulations, and policies to ensure the safety of guests.
• Monitoring designated areas to recognize signs of danger.
• Perform opening and closing duties including minor pool maintenance, attraction pre-operation checks and attraction testing.
• Maintain area cleanliness and quality including trash removal, hosing, etc.
• Responding to emergencies and rescuing swimmers in danger.
• Performing first aid procedures.
• Other duties as required include assisting other departments.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)
• Must pass Swim Test (details below) and obtain American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification (Training provided)
• Current ARC LG Certification preferred.
• Must be comfortable working an entire shift outdoors in and around water including elevated areas.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible availability, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Shifts may vary based on business needs.
• Proficient communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Proficient in interacting with people of various ages from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be comfortable standing/walking for long periods of time outdoors in and around water, including elevated areas in all weather conditions.

BENEFITS:

• Flexible schedules
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount

American Red Cross Lifeguard Swim Test:

Event 1: Swim-Tread-Swim

• Jump into the water from the side, fully submerge, recover to the surface, and swim 150 yards.
• After swimming 150 yards, maintain position at the surface of the water for 2 minutes by treading, without support.
• After treading for 2 minutes, swim an additional 50 yards.
• While swimming, you must keep your face in the water and demonstrate proper breath control.
• You may use front crawl, breaststroke, or a combination of both. Swimming on the back or side is not permitted.
• Swim goggles are allowed.
• While treading, you must only use your legs, keeping your hands placed under your armpits, and your head must remain above the water.

Event 2: Timed Event

• Arrange a 20-yard swim distance and place a 10-pound object at a minimum depth of 7 to 10 feet (consistent with the maximum water depth for training).
• Goggles are not permitted for this event.
• You have 1 minute, 40 seconds to complete the following:
  1. Swim 20 yards (your face may be in or out of the water).
  2. Perform a surface dive (feet-first or head-first) to a depth of 7 to 10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object.
  3. Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on your back to the starting point, holding the object at the surface with both hands and keeping your face at or near the surface. Swimming underwater during this distance is not allowed.
  4. Exit the water without using a ladder or steps.