Shallow Water Lifeguard (Water Country USA)

SeaWorld Entertainment; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team at a leading water park where your role as a Shallow Water Attendant or Lifeguard goes beyond just monitoring. You'll ensure guest safety, interact positively with visitors, and play a vital part in creating memorable experiences. With on-the-job training provided, this position is perfect for those eager to learn and grow in a fun, dynamic environment. Enjoy perks like free park admission, discounts, and scholarship opportunities as you dive into this exciting opportunity. If you're passionate and ready to make a splash, we want you on our team!

Benefits

FREE park admission

Discounts on park admission tickets

Park discounts on food and merchandise

Scholarship opportunities

Exclusive employee events

Qualifications

• Must be at least 15 years of age and complete swim tests.
• Pass company-provided CPR and AED training.

Responsibilities

• Monitor swimming areas and assist guests in distress.
• Administer first aid and maintain cleanliness of the area.

Skills

CPR/AED Skills

First Aid Skills

Water Rescue

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Education

American Red Cross Certification

Job description

Ready to dive into an exciting, one-of-a-kind opportunity? When it comes to your work, do you want to do more than just get your feet wet? At our water park, you'll play a key role in helping us deliver a memorable and positive experience for our guests. If you're passionate, positive and hard-working, we'd love to have you join our team!

Earn up to $14.50 per hour & Bonuses up to $350!!

We have a simple formula for having an amazing, memorable time – just add water! Come make a big splash with us at Water Country USA! No experience? No worries as on-the-job training is available.

What you get to do:

Being a Shallow Water Attendant or Lifeguard at Water Country USA is a lot more than sitting on a platform and putting zinc oxide on your nose. You’ll roll up your sleeves and play a key role in ensuring a safe and enjoyable guest experience. In addition to monitoring swimming areas and helping guests in distress, you’ll greet and interact with guests, answer questions and resolve guest issues. You will:

• Warn guests of dangerous water activities
• Prevent and respond to guest emergencies
• Administer first aid
• Participate in scheduled in-service training and regular audits
• Be proficient in park knowledge, water rescue, CPR/AED and First Aid Skills
• Maintain cleanliness of your area
• Consistently practice safe work habits, including the use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)

What it takes to succeed:

• You must be at least 15 years of age
• You will need to successfully complete the Shallow Water swim test, including 100 yd. continuous swim, underwater object retrieval, etc.
• You must successfully pass the company provided and paid American Red Cross certification trainings to include CPR and AED
• You will participate in monthly in-service trainings and various safety audits
• You must be comfortable with heights
• You must be able to work varied schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Compensation: Earn up to $14.50 an hour with incentive pay.

The perks of the position:
Ambassadors will enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment, and great teammates, as well as:

• FREE park admission
• Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends
• Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.
• Scholarship opportunities
• Exclusive employee events and giveaways

EEO Employer: SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.