Lifeguard

Overview

$16.00 / hour

16+ earns $16.00 / hour.

As one of our lifeguards you will be responsible for watching guests in the water and while entering and exiting the attractions. Lifeguards are expected to recognize and respond as taught in the lifeguard training program to assist all guests in need. This role offers great experience, awesome incentives, and a schedule that is right for you.

• We pay for your lifeguard training classes and you get a FREE lifeguard certification!

• Greet guests cheerfully when they are entering an attraction.

• Enforce ride restrictions and recommendations.

• Deliver information spiels and directions to guests.

• Record ride capacity.

• Test equipment daily before opening the ride to guests.

• Pre-requisite skills:

• Swim a distance of 200 yards using crawl or breast stroke without resting. Complete feet first surface dive and retrieve an 8 lb. brick from a depth of 6 feet.

• Tread water without using arms for 2 minutes.

• Attend continued training every month.

Some of our amazing perks and benefits

• FREE admission and parking to Michigan's Adventure and all other Cedar Fair parks!

• FREE tickets for friends and family!

• 25% discounts on Food and 20% discounts on Merchandise!

• Employee only RIDE nights and FREE FOOD events!

• Make Lifelong FRIENDS!

Responsibilities

Cedar Fair is home to 13 unique and exciting properties, so come join our world class team at Michigan's Adventure! At Michigan's Adventure and Wildwater Adventure you will find over 60 rides, slides, and attractions, including seven roller coasters and we want you to join us in being a part of our best day guest experience. As a member of our team, you will...

• Make guests happy by ensuring they have the best day possible and helping them build lifelong memories.

• Provide our guests with a safe environment to enjoy their visit.

• Interact and work with people of all ages and backgrounds.

• Gain skills

Qualifications

• A genuine interest in making people feel welcome using your smile and positive nature.

• Excited to be a part of something you believe in, providing fun while having fun at work.

• Openness to learn, grow and develop skills.

• Available weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.

• YOU!

Cedar Fair Entertainment Company is an equal opportunity employer. A work permit may be required for associates under the age of 18. Applicants must be legally eligible for employment in the United States and in accordance with state laws. Cedar Fair also conducts background checks on all applicants 18 years of age and older.