Holiday Help - Lifeguard

Suncadia • Cle Elum, WA

3d

About The Position

The Lifeguard works at the Suncadia Swim & Fitness Center during the holiday season, ensuring the safety of Inn & Lodge guests, Suncadia Club members, their families, and other guests using the pool and water slide facilities. The role also supports teamwork, effective service, and a positive resort experience.

This is a seasonal holiday-help position, with a targeted start in November 2026 and an end in early January 2027. Hours fluctuate with business levels, with the busiest period projected to be December 19 through January 4. Pay is $18.50 per hour.

Requirements

• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Current American Red Cross or Ellis Lifeguard Certification, or ability to obtain certification through company-provided training.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification, or ability to obtain certification through company-provided training.
• Strong organizational, oral communication, and written communication skills.
• Energetic self-starter with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to meet and work with the public.
• Ability to engage in social conversation with members and guests to promote positive relations.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks with a smile.

Nice To Haves

• Previous lifeguarding experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain order and enforce pool rules in water slides, swimming, and sauna areas.
• Remain alert and focused while on duty at pools or water slides.
• Rescue swimmers in danger of drowning and administer first aid.
• Regularly clean the pool and sauna of loose debris and vacuum daily.
• Complete daily opening, closing, or mid-shift checklists to ensure pool operations are administered.
• Assist with general pool, facility, and locker room cleanliness.
• May inspect equipment daily and report required maintenance or repairs.
• Administer public health and safety policies according to facility standard operating procedures and emergency action plans.
• Ensure member and associate safety throughout the club through awareness and ongoing safety training.
• Greet each club member as they enter the facilities, using their preferred first or last name.
• Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments.
• Attend weekly, monthly, or quarterly team meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Team member discounts on services at the Glade Spring Spa.
• 50% off at Suncadia-operated food and beverage outlets.
• Retail discounts at the Spa, Pro Shops, Source Mercantile, and Health Clubs.
• Paid Sick Time accrual for all team members.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401(k) plan with company match after 90 days of employment for team members age 18 or older.
• Discounts on rental cars, tickets, electronics, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed