Lifeguard Age 16+ - Hersheypark - Full-time / Part-time

Shallow Water Lifeguards ensure the safety of our guests at The Boardwalk At HERSHEYPARK while providing courteous, friendly, and professional assistance. Applicants do not need to be previously certified lifeguards to apply; training for the position will be conducted by the Hershey Entertainment Complex through the International Pool and Lifeguard Training Program (Jeff Ellis & Associates). Shallow Water Lifeguards have the opportunity to be promoted to a Special Facilities Lifeguard, who will then be trained to guard greater depths of water (greater than 5 feet) and receive a higher pay rate, in their second year. This part time position is responsible for providing our guests with exceptional customer service, following proper uniform standards, maintaining cleanliness of work environment, and gaining knowledge of specific job duties.

Job Functions:
 
Shallow Water Lifeguards are required to do one or all of the following tasks depending on the assigned job:

• Overseeing and enforcing The Boardwalk At HERSHEYPARK attraction rules and safety regulations
• Anticipating, recognizing, and responding to aquatic emergencies
• Monitoring equipment and supplies
• Maintaining work area and surrounding environment
• Lifeguards must maintain lifeguard and first aid skills at “test ready” level at all times
• Participate in daily lifeguard in-service training
• Other job related duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications:

•  Must be at least 16 years of age or older by April 1, 2017.

Additional Qualifications: 

• Applicants must attend and complete the Ellis & Assoc. International Pool and Lifeguard Training Program provided and paid for by the Hershey Entertainment Complex
• Must be able to safely exit pool without use of stairs, ladders, or zero depth
• Must be able to swim 50 yards using crawl or breaststroke without resting
• Must be able to swim under 4 feet of water and retrieve a 10 lb. brick to the surface
• Ability to handle stressful working conditions, emergencies, and to accept a high degree of accountability
• Must be in good physical condition
• Must have normal vision (20/25 or 20/25 corrected)
• Prior lifeguarding experience a plus, but not required
• Must be friendly, upbeat, and work well with other employees and be able to interact with our guests
• Must have reliable, steady transportation to and from work
• Must be able to speak, write, and understand English
• Must display a positive attitude, eagerness to learn, and professional image in compliance with Hershey Entertainment & Resorts
• Must have the ability to safeguard confidential information

 
Working Conditions:

• Must be able to work flexible hours including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Must be able to work a minimum of three (3) days per week throughout our peak summer season (June-August)
• Must be able to work in combination of indoor and outdoor weather conditions
• Physical requirements include standing, bending, sitting, walking, and communicating
• Additional physical requirements include complete mobility and good physical conditioning, good hearing and vision, and ability to tolerate heat and sunlight
• Must be able to push, pull, and lift a minimum of 75 lbs.

Hershey Entertainment & Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer 

Hersheypark is now hiring for Summer 2017 and Springtime in the Park! Join the team that opens the all-new Hershey Triple Tower, the first choose-your-thrill tower in the United States and the all-new Chick-fil-A! 

Join us at the Giant Center on Tuesday, March 7th to apply, interview, and get hired on the spot! 

Opportunities Available in: 

Entertainment 
Food and Beverage 
Games 
Guest Services 
Lifeguard 
Retail 
Ride Operations 
Safety & Security 
Wardrobe 
Utilities 
Zoo America 

All applicants must be at least 15 years of age* by the time they apply. Please visit  to apply online. For Job Fair questions, call 717-520-JOBS. 

Job Fair Details 
Date: Tuesday, March 7th, 2017 
Time: 3:00 – 7:00 PM 
Location: Giant Center, 550 W. Hersheypark Drive, Hershey PA, 17033. 

*Limited Positions Available for Candidates 15 Years of Age.