Lifeguard

Job Title: Lifeguard (Seasonal)

Reports to: Lifeguard Manager

Department: Water Safety

FLSA Status: PT- Non-Exempt

Location: Epperson Lagoon

Starting Salary: $14 hourly

MetroLagoons is growing fast, and we are looking for motivated individuals to grow with us! If you are an energetic and enthusiastic professional. Come join the team at the best lagoons in the United States!

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).

MetroLagoons is growing fast, and we are looking for motivated individuals to grow with us!

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.

· Must be available to work mornings, nights, holidays, and weekends. (Flexible schedule hours will vary)

· 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

Job Type: Seasonal

Pay: $14.00 - $16.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Wesley Chapel, FL: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $14 - $16