Lifeguard - Winter 26.27

Alterra Mountain Company

Snowshoe (WV)

On-site

USD 18,000 - 25,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits
Free skiing and discounts
401k plan
Discounted lift tickets
Pro Deals from top brands

Job summary

Schweitzer Snowshoe is seeking enthusiastic lifeguards for the winter season, with on-site responsibilities at Snowshoe's pool and lake facilities. Training is provided for required Ellis-certification and related safety skills.

Earn $15.75 per hour, with medical benefits, 401k, and resort perks. You'll work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays to ensure guest safety and a welcoming environment.

Qualifications

  • Lifeguard, CPR, basic life support and AED certifications required.
  • On-the-job training provided for certifications as needed.
  • Preferred: First Aid and BLS certifications.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain watch and ensure guest safety at pool and lake facilities.
  • Perform safety checks, rescue as needed, and report incidents.
  • Assist guests with check-in and provide information about facilities.
  • Keep pool area, deck, and beach clean and organized.
  • Participate in daily startup/shutdown procedures and maintenance.

Skills

Lifeguard Certification
First Aid
CPR
AED
BLS

Job description

Seasonal Work, Play, Get Paid, and Enjoy the Perks!

Housing: Affordable on-mountain employee housing available for rent.

Work Location: 10 Snowshoe Drive, Snowshoe, WV 26209

Pay: $15.75 per hour

Start Date: The end of November and beginning of December with positions available throughout the season.

Seasonal: Seasonal work involves temporary employment tied to specific times of the year.

Schedule: May require working early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays

Employee Perks:
  • Medical Benefits – Minimal Essentials Coverage available
  • Free skiing and snowboarding privileges at Alterra resorts + Discounts on Ikon Passes!
  • 401k plan available to any employee over the age of 18
  • Discounted Friends and Family Lift Ticket Vouchers
  • 50% off Snowshoe Quick Service Restaurants and 30% off Snowshoe Full Service Restaurants (excludes alcohol)
  • 40% off Retail Merchandise and 45% off Mountain Essentials (excludes hard goods, 2 hard good sales for employees throughout winter)
  • Pro Deals from some of the industry’s top brands such as North Face, Darn Tough, and many many more!
Why Work with Us?

Join us as an Ellis certified lifeguard at our Split Rock Pools! We provide Ellis certification and training at the resort. We’re seeking enthusiastic and attentive individuals to ensure a safe and enjoyable swim environment for our guests.

Adventure Awaits: Explore the stunning Snowshoe Mountain and enjoy all the outdoor activities it has to offer while you work.

Make Connections: Meet guests and employees from across the country and around the world and provide them with exceptional hospitality that makes Snowshoe their home away from home.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Maintain professional knowledge by having current lifeguard, CPR, basic life support, and AED certifications and regular in-service training.
  • Provides guests with a safe swimming facility by maintaining your zone of protection, making save, and making safety checks as necessary.
  • Serve guests by checking them into the facility and answering questions
  • Maintains professional skills by swimming on a regular basis and working on skills with other lifeguards.
  • Maintains operations by following defined procedures and guidelines, filling out reports, and acting on the situation if there is an incident.
  • Maintains pool appearance by vacuuming the pool, cleaning pool tiles, and keeping the pool deck clean.
  • Maintains lake appearance by raking the beach, setting up/taking down chairs and umbrellas, cleaning inflatables and boats, and inspecting equipment for safety.
  • Maintains appearance of the facilities by cleaning bathrooms, pool deck, rugs, sauna room, beach area, and washing towels.
  • Maintains work area by picking up trash and shoveling snow.
  • Assist guests with launching boats from the beach and provide related information to guests.
  • Provide daily startup and shutdown of the pool and lake facilities.
  • Enforce established guidelines for guest safety and experience.
  • Maintains appearance of areas by raking beach, mowing grass, tending to the landscaping, and keeping the workplace clean and tidy.
  • Lifeguard, CPR, BLS, and AED certifications (On job training will be provided)
Preferred Experience:
  • Lifeguard Certification
  • First Aid/CPR/AED

Snowshoe is an equal opportunity employer.

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