Responsible for the health, safety and welfare of our guests. As well as observe swimmers and enforce regulations in the guarding of life and the prevention of accidents at the park. Responsible for greeting customers in a courteous, friendly manner, and display a high standard of customer service.

Pearl River Resort Associates are required, on a continual basis to…

Adhere to any and all company and departmental policies, practices and procedures.

Contribute to a safe work environment, through compliance with established safety guidelines, identifying potential safety hazards, and reporting same to the appropriate person for proper resolution.

Maintain a professional departmental, company and community reputation.

• Follow all rules, regulations, policies and procedures for the property area and assist in protecting and safeguarding all property assets.
• Must be able to comply with all National Aquatic Safety Company (NASCO) standards.
• Ensure all rides are being operated properly as outlined under departmental SOPs.
• Maintain lifejacket stands daily.                                             
• Maintains a working knowledge of facilities/outlets and special and upcoming events on property, in order to advise customers of same, whenever possible.
• Communicates important, relevant information to following shift.
• Responsible for maintaining a consistent, regular attendance record.
  

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified.                                  

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

AGE and GAMING:

18 years of age or above or if under 18 must have been a Shallow Water Lifeguard for a minimum of 1 season.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

High School diploma or GED is preferred.

TESTING:

Swim Test: (Must be able to swim 200 yards continuously). (Must be able to retrieve a ten pound brick from 4 feet of water).   

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an Employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential responsibilities include physical ability such as lift or maneuver at least fifty (50) pounds, and standing/walking 90% of the shift. Must be able to bend, stoop, kneel, climb, reach, twist, and grip throughout shift.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an Associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

This position is required to work outside in direct weather conditions and may perform responsibilities and/or essential functions on slippery or wet surfaces as well as exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and extreme weather/heat.

Due to the unpredictable nature of the hospitality/entertainment industry, Associates must be able to work varying-schedules to reflect the business needs of the property.