Lifeguard

Job Type: Part Time - Seasonal
Pay Rate: $16/hr.
Category: Operations
Location: Six Flags Fiesta Texas in San Antonio, Texas

WHAT WE PROVIDE:

This is a seasonal position at Six Flags Fiesta Texas, in San Antonio, TX. It features a competitive hourly rate of $16 with perks such as: Free entry to any Six Flags Park for all employees and a guest with each visit, additional complimentary tickets for friends and family, 40% discount of merchandise for all employees, flexible scheduling and daily and weekly pay available.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

Get wet, get paid! Splash into success as part of our amazing aquatics team this summer. Whether you are watching over the wave pool or loading slides, you will be on the frontline of keeping our guests safe. Soak up amazing benefits and make money this summer! Apply now and apply the sunscreen later.

HOW YOU WILL DO IT:

• Scan water and swimmers in the wave pool, lazy river, and many exciting water attractions
• Must possess the physical ability to rescue guests and act as first responders providing basic, but critical medical aid to guest
• Assist guests in and out of rafts and cycle through the line efficiently
• Provide guests with a safe and enjoyable ride experience
• Keep all midways and slide areas clean
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Complete and maintain Ellis & Associates Lifeguard training and certification
• Understand and perform basic lifeguarding skills, first aid, and CPR
• Strong attention to detail, not easily distracted, and commitment to safety
• Friendly, outgoing personality
• Positive attitude to make guests excited about their time within the waterpark
• Must react well in stressful and emergency situations

WHAT YOU NEED:

• Must be 16 years of age or older.
• Must be available to work between the hours of 11 a.m.-8 p.m.
• Must be able to swim 200 yards, retrieve a 10-pound brick from the bottom of a pool, tread water for two minutes without hands, and lift yourself out of the pool
• Must successfully complete lifeguard certification training.
• Minimum 20/25 or 20/25 corrected vision and free from abnormalities of either eye.
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Able to work a flexible schedule, including weekdays, weekends and holidays
• The ability to sit, stand, and walk for long periods of time outdoors in various weather conditions to include extreme heat and sun.

OTHER NOTES:

• All other duties assigned or necessary to support the park as a whole.
• Reports to Aquatics Supervisor
• PAID TRAINING! LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATIONS ARE PROVIDED TO YOU AT NO COST.

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties when circumstances (e.g., emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs, or technological developments) dictate. Six Flags is a Drug Free Equal Opportunity Employer.

Interested Candidates should apply online at Careers.sixflags.com

Park Location: San Antonio, TX - Six Flags Fiesta Texas