Lifeguard (Pay starting at $11/Hour + Free Certification!)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate attractions, pools, and slides with a safety-first mindset
• A first responder for Guests’ in Distress (GID’s) and provide support
• Assist guests on and off tubes/rafts and cycle through lines efficiently following the proper dispatch procedures
• Understand all E&A Lifeguard rescue techniques, first-aid, and CPR
• Attend 4 hours of In-Service every month to maintain E&A Lifeguard License
• Perform general cleaning duties for pathways, locker rooms, parking lots, caterings, and more with the highest quality level of cleanliness
• Hosing down walkways, seating areas, towers, etc.
• Vacuuming and maintaining pool cleanliness
• Maintain a clean and safe environment
• Maintain Six Flags’ Guest First Standards
• Communicating team or park related concerns to the Lead(s) on duty
• Enforcing all Six Flags policies
• Performs all other duties as assigned or as necessary to support the Aquatics Department and Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Splashtown

Skills and Qualifications:

• Must be at least 15 years of age
• Must be able to exit pools unassisted
• The Shallow Water Lifeguard certification level will be required to swim a distance of 50 yards, and retrieve a 10-pound brick at a depth of 5 feet while swimming a length of 10 feet underwater.
• The Special Facilities Lifeguard certification level will be required to swim a distance of 200 yards, retrieve a 10-pound brick at a depth of 10 feet, and tread water without the use of arms and hands for 2 minutes.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain cleanliness and safety standards in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently with little supervision 
• A clear demonstration of excellent Guest Service skills and an evident commitment to our Guest First philosophy
• Adhere to Park Attendance Policy as stated in the Six Flags Seasonal Handbook
• The availability to work flexible hours and varied shifts including weekdays, weekends, and holidays
• The ability to stand and walk for long periods of time outdoors in various weather conditions including but not limited to extreme heat and sun
• Meet the physical demands of the job, including bending, pulling and lifting up to 60 lbs. alone or 100 lbs. with assistance, with or without reasonable accommodation

Reports To: Aquatics Lead(s)

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.