Recreation Lifeguard

Overview: The Kartrite Resort and Indoor Water Park is seeking Lifeguards in Monticello NY. A Lifeguard is a critical position at the resort as they are vital to ensuring the safety of our guests, their families, and anyone that visits our waterpark attractions. Lifeguards are trained to respond and ensure all guests enjoy a safe and fun environment. Essential Job Functions: Supervises and provides surveillance of swimmers and guests during park hours, special events, and training sessions. Responds to emergency situations in the assigned zone. Assists in communicating emergency situations outside of the assigned zone. Administers and coordinates emergency first aid as necessary. Enforces the rules and regulations of the waterpark. Provides aquatics management of unsafe and unsanitary conditions. Provides superior customer service to all guests by assisting all in a polite and expedient manner. Assist younger guests with handing out height wristbands for water slides & proper fitting of lifejackets. Must be open to new training and experiences. Provides information on park and resort activities and policies. Performs daily routine chores and maintenance of waterpark to ensure neat and orderly appearance. Uses appropriate PPE when handling/cleaning up/disposing of all biohazards both in the water or on the pool deck. Advises Aquatics management of unsafe and unsanitary conditions. Performing within Ellis and Associates Certification standards. Must be well groomed, with nametag on always while working on the property. Must follow all uniform guidelines that are outlined in the employee handbook Skills required to perform job: Must be able to swim Sit or stand for long periods of time Capable of prolonged exposure to hot and humid environments Ability to climb multiple flights of stairs Requirements: No experience required, training provided. Must be at least 16 years of age. Ability and willingness to achieve Certification in First Aid, CPR and Ellis & Associates Lifeguard Training. Must be flexible regarding scheduling as it is based on business demands that include weekend and holiday availability. Ability to communicate effectively. Reference Check Physical Requirements: Swim 50 yards in 4 ft. of water and retrieve a 10 lb brick from the bottom of pool Sit or stand for extended periods of time Capable of prolonged exposure to hot and humid environments Ability to climb multiple flights of stairs Environment: Working both indoors and outdoors. Outside in all weather conditions, including inclement weather. Long shifts inside pool and all waterpark attractions. Shift, Salary and Benefits: This position is part time, Monday - Sunday, Hours vary, $20.34 per hour Benefits include Paid Sick Leave Apply: apply online at https://www.thekartrite.com/careers/