Waterslide Attendant - Part-time

Come Join the Town of Avon Team!

Nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, Avon, Colorado, is more than a destination - it’s a place to call home. Here, visitors and residents alike enjoy living, working, and playing in a breathtaking outdoor setting.

At the Town of Avon, we’re the driving force behind what makes this community thrive. From fixing potholes to hosting events in stunning Nottingham Park, to teaching swim lessons at our 40,000 sq. ft. full-service Recreation Center, to ensuring public safety, our dedicated team makes it all happen.

We offer a variety of opportunities in fantastic locations, backed by supportive leadership and excellent benefits. Whether you're seeking a full-time career or a seasonal part-time job, the Town of Avon is the perfect place to grow, contribute, and make a difference. What are you waiting for? Join our team today!

 

Position Overview:

The Town of Avon, Colorado, is accepting applications for a Waterslide Attendant!

The Waterslide Attendant position aids Lifeguard Operations through inspection, operation and dispatching patrons using the large Waterslide. This position is a non-Lifeguard certified role that aids in the emergency response and care of patrons, prevents injuries, and identifies unsafe conditions of the waterslide amusement ride. This position is required to work a flexible schedule, which includes weekends, nights, and holidays.

Essential Functions:

1. Thoroughly inspects the Waterslide riding surface by walking barefoot the entire flume and riding the slide one full cycle checking for any hazardous conditions such as gel paint cracks, missing hardware, leaking and excessive movement.
   
2.  Documents daily inspection using DigiQuatics website, alerts Aquatic Supervisor of any safety issues documented and communicates slide closures to Lifeguard II on duty and Guest Service Representatives.
3.  Operates waterslide by starting and stopping water flow from switch in pool mechanical room as well as checking emergency stop button at designated times
   
4.  Ensures waterslide closures are communicated to patrons using the chain and “Closed” sign when not in operation
   
5.  Rides the waterslide one full cycle before starting dispatch duty to ensure rider safety
   
6.  Verifies rider height requirements and educates patrons on proper use, rules and regulations before using the waterslide
   
7.  Dispatches riders at safe intervals, checking for splash down area to be clear before dispatching the next rider
   
8.  Uses a whistle signal to alert Lifeguards of a rider in need of in-water rescue or first aid while also preventing further injuries
9. Enforces pool rules to prevent injuries and uses Incident Report for any first aid care provided
   
   

Why Work for the Town of Avon?
We offer an amazing work environment, supportive leadership, and outstanding benefits, including:

• • Retirement match of 3.75%
    
  • Avon Recreation Center pass
  • Earn Paid Sick Leave
  • Spanish Language Initiative
  • Flexible Scheduling
  • Opportunities for Advancement
    
    

Town of Avon Culture and Values
Our team operates on five core values:

• Public Service: We are committed to an effective, community-focused organization that passionately engages and serves our residents, property owners, businesses, and guests.
• Openness: We are open, transparent, complete, objective and respectful of opposing views with all Town officials and with the public in our decisions and actions.
• Leadership: We perform our work with commitment, passion, collaboration, fairness, honesty and courage to elevate our performance, the performance of our co-workers, and the character of our community.
• Integrity: We are professional, ethical, responsible and accountable in our decisions and actions.
• Stewardship: We are custodians and stewards of the Town's financial, physical, environmental and natural resources on behalf of current and future generations.
  
  

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of Avon Recreation Center rules, policies, and procedures
  
• Thorough understanding of aquatics emergency action plans and ability to assist Lifeguard staff in responding to patrons in need of first aid, CPR/AED. This position is not required to make in-water rescues or meet certification requirements of Lifeguards.
  
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
  
• Ability to facilitate dispatching of waterslide riders at appropriate intervals while providing for the safety of participants
  
• Ability to use, lift and move a variety of equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
  
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and ability to follow written and verbal instructions
  
• Must possess current American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers or ability to obtain within three (3) months of hire.
  
• Ability to pass the American Red Cross Water Competency Sequence to demonstrate minimum swimming ability for personal safety
  
  

Special Requirements: A minimum of 18 years of age and American Red Cross First Aid and CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers required. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment swimming test, a drug and alcohol test and may be subject to random, unannounced drug and alcohol testing as outlined in the Town’s Drug & Alcohol Policy.

The Town reserves the right to suspend or extend the posting deadline based on receipt of qualified candidates. 

• A background check and reference checks will be required prior to employment.
• The Town of Avon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
  

Application Deadline Date: 11/30/2025