Lifeguard - Seasonal - Shallow Water
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Galveston Waterpark LLC
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Lifeguard - Seasonal - Shallow Water
Galveston Waterpark LLC
Posted 19 days ago
Full Time
Galveston, Texas
In Person
Smart Summary
Responsibilities
Monitor guests in shallow-water attractions to ensure safety and enforce water safety rules. Respond quickly to emergency situations and maintain a clean, organized aquatic environment.
Qualifications
You are at least 16 years old and possess strong communication skills to enforce water safety rules and interact with guests. You can remain calm and focused in emergencies and are willing to complete paid lifeguard, CPR, and first-aid training.
Must Have Skills for ATS
Lifeguard
CPR
First Aid
StarGuard Elite
Job Description
Shallow Water Lifeguard (Ages 16+) - Summer Seasonal Job
Department: Aquatics
Reports To: Aquatics Lead
Position Type: Seasonal (Summer)
About the Job
Spend your summer working poolside at Enchanted Parks! As a Shallow Water Lifeguard, you'll help keep guests safe and ensure water attractions operate smoothly in areas with water depths of five feet or less. This role is ideal for teens and young adults who enjoy being active, working outdoors, and taking on responsibility in a fun environment.
No prior lifeguard experience is required-we provide paid training and certification.
Why Work at Enchanted Parks?
- Free park admission
- Team member ride nights and special events
- Paid lifeguard training and certification
- Flexible scheduling that works around school and summer plans
- Valuable experience in safety, leadership, and teamwork
- Open to applicants 16 years and older
What You'll Do
- Actively monitor guests in shallow‑water attractions
- Enforce water safety rules and clearly communicate them to guests
- Quickly recognize and respond to emergency situations using trained lifeguard skills
- Maintain "test‑ready" lifeguard skills after certification
- Follow all Aquatics safety procedures and standards
- Attend required monthly in‑service training sessions
- Help keep aquatic areas clean, organized, and safe
- Support other areas of the Aquatics department when needed
- Maintain reliable and on‑time attendance
- Perform additional duties assigned by management
What We're Looking For
- Minimum age: 16
- Strong communication skills and confidence interacting with guests
- Ability to stay calm and focused in emergency situations
- Willingness to complete and pass all lifeguard, CPR, and first‑aid training through StarGuard Elite
- Ability to exit pools or attractions without assistance
- Comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions
- Professional, positive attitude and strong teamwork skills
- Ability to multitask and stay alert throughout shifts
Other Duties
Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed to support Aquatics operations and overall park safety.
Ready to Apply?
Apply online at EnchantedParks.com/Jobs
Enchanted Parks is a Smoke‑Free, Drug‑Free Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Galveston Waterpark LLC
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