Lifeguard/Part-Time - Winter 2025/26

Jay Peak Resort • Jay, VT

1d • $17 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

This is where we’re supposed to give you a quick introduction about working at Jay Peak. Except there’s nothing quick about what your experiences will be or what our expectations are. In summary, we will expect you to work hard, to help fellow teammates, to service the guest and to have fun. In return, we will pay you fairly, let you know (and more importantly make you feel) that you are valued, and, if you’re so inclined, work with you to help create a career. Still interested? Keep reading. Lifeguards monitor activities in swimming areas to prevent accidents and provides assistance to swimmers by performing the following duties.

Requirements

• Must obtain certification in First Aid, CPR and NPWLTP
• Must pass Ellis & Associates Lifeguard Training
• Must be comfortable in water and able to swim 50 yards
• Must be able to recover a 10 pound brick from 4 feet of water
• Must be 16 years of age
• Must have full availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Responsibilities

• Guest safety is the most important concern of the lifeguard. All lifeguards should do everything possible to maintain an accident-free environment by watching for potential problems proactively.
• Every lifeguard has the responsibility of covering their assigned zone using the 10/20 scanning rule. This means that the lifeguard has 10 seconds to recognize a problem within their zone and 20 seconds to respond to and reach that problem.
• Monitoring and maintaining control over queue areas and slide towers.
• Ensuring that the waterpark is clean and free from trash.
• Performing daily opening and closing duties as assigned.
• Supervises and provides surveillance of swimmers and guests during park hours and special events.
• Enforces the rules and regulations and renders appropriate disciplinary measures when necessary.
• Advises aquatics management of unsafe and unsanitary conditions.
• Possesses a general knowledge of the activity pools and flume attractions.
• Assists guests in a polite and expedient manner.
• Performs daily routine chores and maintenance of waterpark to ensure neat and orderly appearance.
• Handles and communicates with guests on a one-on-one basis in a professional, courteous manner.
• Maintains a businesslike atmosphere in the Guard area at all times.
• Maintains a clean and neat appearance and professional conduct at all times.

Benefits

• Wages ranging from $17/hr to $17.50/hr, depending on certification.
• Paid Sick Time
• 401k program eligibility with employer match after a year of employment with 1,000 hours of service
• Employee Recognition Programs (including daily, monthly, yearly, and seniority programs)
• Seasonal employee parties
• Regular free employee breakfasts/lunches, family events, and parties
• For a full listing of employee perks both on and off-property, click here

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees