Coral Cay Water Park Lifeguard

EOS Hospitality • Marathon, FL

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Lifeguard monitors pools, water attractions, slides, and designated aquatic areas to protect guest safety. The role enforces water park rules and safety procedures, identifies hazards, responds to emergencies, performs water rescues, and provides first aid, CPR, and AED assistance within the scope of current certifications and training.

The Lifeguard inspects assigned areas and equipment, maintains a clean and safe environment, communicates safety instructions to guests, assists with evacuations, and completes incident reports and other operational documentation. The position also involves participating in safety training and drills, providing professional guest service, collaborating with the Recreation team and other resort departments, and following resort policies and applicable safety regulations.

The role requires outdoor work in varying weather, including heat and direct sunlight, and a flexible schedule that may include weekends, holidays, and peak resort periods. Physical duties include swimming, water rescues, prolonged standing and walking, climbing stairs, accessing elevated attractions, and moving equipment as needed.

Requirements

• Current lifeguard certification from an approved training provider, or ability to obtain certification before performing lifeguard duties.
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certifications, as required for the position.
• Strong swimming ability and physical capability to perform water rescues.
• Ability to remain alert and focused for extended periods.
• Strong communication, observation, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to remain calm and respond effectively during emergencies.
• Professional attitude and commitment to guest safety.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat and direct sunlight.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including weekends, holidays, and peak resort periods.
• Ability to swim, tread water, and perform water rescues in accordance with certification requirements.
• Ability to stand, walk, and remain attentive for extended periods.
• Ability to climb stairs, access elevated attractions, and move throughout the water park.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull equipment as needed.
• Ability to respond quickly to emergencies and assist guests in distress.
• Ability to work outdoors with prolonged exposure to heat and sunlight.
• Follow established emergency action plans, aquatic safety procedures, resort policies, and applicable local, state, and federal safety requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Previous lifeguard, aquatic facility, or hospitality experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor swimming pools, water attractions, slides, and designated aquatic areas to ensure guest safety.
• Enforce water park rules, safety procedures, height requirements, and attraction restrictions.
• Identify hazards and address unsafe behavior to help prevent accidents.
• Respond to aquatic emergencies, injuries, and other incidents.
• Perform water rescues and provide first aid, CPR, and AED assistance within current certifications and training.
• Inspect assigned areas and equipment before, during, and after operating hours; promptly report hazards and maintenance concerns.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe water park environment.
• Communicate safety instructions and attraction guidelines clearly and professionally to guests.
• Assist with emergency evacuations and follow established emergency action plans.
• Accurately complete incident reports, safety checklists, and required operational documentation.
• Participate in required safety training, drills, and team meetings.
• Provide friendly, professional guest service and assist with questions or concerns.
• Collaborate with the Recreation team and other resort departments to support daily operations.
• Follow Hawks Cay Resort policies, procedures, and applicable health and safety regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• Maintain required certifications throughout employment.
• Immediately report accidents, injuries, unsafe conditions, and equipment malfunctions to the appropriate supervisor.
• Do not leave an assigned surveillance area unattended without proper relief.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed