Lifeguard (Shallow Water)

Water Country USA Williamsburg • Part-time • Yorktown, VA, United States, VA, United States • 4d ago

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!

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 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 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 50-yard continuous swim, underwater object retrieval, etc.
You must successfully pass the company provided CPR and AED certification classes
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: $13.00/ hour

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.