Lifeguard

Job Details

Description

Starting Pay: $15/hr.  Part Time- Nights & Weekends

*Earn up to $18.00 per hour!

*Represents combined base hourly rate and the $3 per hour Summer Wage Premium Bonus. The $3 per hour Summer Wage Premium Bonus is valid from May 20, 2022 through September 8, 2022 at participating Great Wolf Lodge locations. Pack Member must work greater than 20 hours in a given work week. Hours must be worked hours to be applicable to the Bonus calculation. All local, state and federal taxes will apply.

A Great Wolf, Lifeguard is one of the most important positions in the lodge, as they are vital to ensuring the safety of our guests, their families, and anyone that visits our waterpark attractions. No matter the situation, Great Wolf lifeguards are trained to respond and ensure all guests enjoy a safe and fun environment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Supervises and provides surveillance of swimmers and guests during park hours, special events, and training sessions
• Responds to emergency situations in assigned zone
• Assists in communicating emergency situations outside of assigned zone
• Administers and coordinates emergency first aid as necessary
• Enforces the rules and regulations of the waterpark
• Advises aquatics management of unsafe and unsanitary conditions
• Provides superior customer service to all guests by assisting all in a polite and expedient manner
• Performs daily routine chores and maintenance of waterpark to ensure neat and orderly appearance
• Performing within Ellis Certification standards

Required Qualifications & Skills

• No experience required, training provided
• Must be at least 16 years of age
• Ability and willingness to achieve Certification in First Aid, CPR and Ellis & Associates Lifeguard Training
• Must be flexible regarding scheduling as it is based on business demands to include some weekend and holiday availability
• Successful completions of criminal background check and drug screen

Desired Qualifications & Traits

• Good oral communication skills
• Prior First Aid, CPR, AED experience
• Prior lifeguard training and/or experience

Physical Requirements

• Swim 50 yards in 4 ft. of water and retrieve a 10 lb brick from the bottom of pool
• Sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Capable of prolonged exposure to hot and humid environments
• Ability to climb multiple flights of stairs