2026 Lifeguard

Overview

Get wet, get paid! Splash into success as part of our amazing Aquatics team this summer. Whether you’re watching over the wave pool or loading slide tubes, you’ll be on the frontline keeping our guests safe. Soak up amazing benefits and make money while getting your summer tan! Apply now and apply the sunscreen later.

Responsibilities

• Ensures the park and all ride areas are clean and presentable to guests
• Tests equipment prior to opening the ride
• Observes and assists with loading and unloading of guests safely in and out of rides
• Delivers CPR, AR, spinal immobilization, and other first-aid procedures, as needed
• Records hourly ride capacity readings and determine totals
• Communicates, monitors, and enforces water park and lifeguard rules
• Address Guest Concerns as they arise in the assigned location.
• Ensure that Safety and Security Awareness are reinforced and practiced consistently
• Initiates emergency procedures when necessary
• Complies with and ensures safe ride operating procedures as outlined in the ride manual
• Must follow Six Flags policies and procedures at all times including Department of Labor Break and Meal Laws.
• Executes any other activities as requested by Aquatics Seasonal Leadership, Department Manager or Director

Qualifications

• Must be an Ellis and Associates Licensed Lifeguard or be able to obtain the proper certifications and complete the following:
  
  • 24 hour training class
    
    • Shallow Water - Swim a minimum distance of 50 yards (2 laps) in a comfortable position without resting, using freestyle or breast stroke
    • Special Facilities - Swim a minimum distance of 200 yards (8 laps) in a comfortable position without resting, using freestyle or breast stroke | Tread water without the use of your hands for 2mins.
  • Retrieve a 10 lb. brick from a minimum of 5ft/6ft of water and bring to the surface of a pool.
• Available Days, Evenings, Weekends, and Holidays
• Must possess the physical and mental abilities to respond to situations quickly
• The ability to work indoors and outdoors and in all weather conditions
• The ability to stand, walk and run for periods of time, as well as bend, squat, kneel and stoop when needed
• Proven ability to read and write
• Must be comfortable working with and interacting with guests