Waterslide Attendant

City of Shoreview, MN; Shoreview (MN); On-site; USD 16,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free community center membership

Paid training & certification

Job summary

The City of Shoreview is seeking a waterslide attendant for the Shoreview Community Center. This role focuses on guest safety while ensuring a fun experience, managing access, and supervising riders in a fast-paced environment.

Applicants should be at least 16, comfortable with heights, and able to work evenings and weekends. Training is provided, with opportunities for advancement and a paid certification track.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Able to work evenings and weekends.
• Comfortable with heights and stairs.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks with consistency.
• Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Control access to the waterslide entrance.
• Provide supervision to those waiting to use the waterslide.
• Ensure the safety of all guests on the waterslide.
• Report safety concerns or unsafe conditions to pool management.
• Attend staff meetings and required trainings.
• Complete cleaning or maintenance duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Height safety

Job description

The Shoreview Community Center is a fast-paced environment with over 500,000 visitors to our facility each year. Our 3-story waterslide is a main attraction in our waterpark as it twists and turns its way outside the building, then back inside, and ending with a watery splash! Guests can choose light and sound options to enhance their experience. This position is responsible for ensuring the safety of our guests while making sure fun is had by all.

• Control access to the waterslide entrance
• Provide supervision to those waiting to use the waterslide
• Ensure the safety of all guests using the waterslide
• Prevent accidents through proper supervision and consistent rule enforcement
• Respond to emergency situations, following established guidelines and maintaining composure
• Report any waterslide safety concerns or any unsafe conditions in the pool area to pool management
• Attend staff meetings and participate in required trainings
• Complete any cleaning or maintenance duties as assigned
• Be available to work a variety of hours including evenings and weekends

• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks with a high level of consistency and quality
• Must be comfortable with heights
• Must be able to ascend and descend stairs multiple times during a shift
• Must be at least 16 years old

Waterslide hours - school year:

• Mondays & Wednesdays: 4:30 - 7:15 pm
• Tuesdays & Thursdays: 4 - 7:15 pm
• Fridays: 4:30 - 8:15 pm
• Saturdays: 9:45 am - 7:15 pm
• Sundays: 11:30 am - 6:15 pm

Waterslide hours - summer:

• Mondays & Wednesdays: 12 - 7:15 pm
• Tuesdays & Thursdays: 9:45 am - 7:15 pm
• Fridays: 12 - 8:15 pm
• Saturdays: 9:45 am - 7:15 pm
• Sundays: 11:30 am - 6:15 pm

In addition, we have pool rentals and special events that need staffing. Staff must attend two hours of in-service training each month and other meetings as posted.

NOTE: Your training, materials, BLS CPR/AED, Standard First Aid, supplemental oxygen, and waterslide dispatch certification are FREE.

Waterslide attendant certification training is delivered through a combination of on-line and in-person training. Employees are compensated at a rate of $11.50 per hour for their waterslide attendant certification training.

Up to $20/hour for weekend shifts and special events.

FREE Community Center Membership!

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Perform all physical aspects of the position, including walking, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting, pulling, and the ability to lift up to a minimum of 35 pounds.

• Requires ascending and descending stairs multiple times during a shift.

• Must be comfortable with heights.

• Work in warm and humid indoor pool environments with water temperatures 86 - 90 degrees.

• Requires the physical ability and stamina to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Ability to be exposed to noise and chemicals.

• Slippery surfances walking on the pool deck.

The City of Shoreview is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a culturally diverse workforce and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations are offered to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.