SWT - Lifeguard (Discovery Point 18+ )

At SeaWorld, we're passionate about caring for animals. In fact, we've already rescued over 40,000 animals (and counting!). And we can save you from being stuck in just another job. Join us and help bring joy, excitement, and lasting memories to people from around the world. We're seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, and hard-working individuals to become our Ambassadors. Join us and play an important part on our incredible team!

Part-Time and Seasonal Hiring


What you get to do:

Being a Lifeguard at Discovery Point is a lot more than sitting on a platform and putting zinc oxide on your nose. You’ll roll up your sleeves (if you have sleeves) and play a key role in ensuring a safe and enjoyable guest experience. In addition to monitoring swimming areas and helping guests in distress, You will:

• Interact with guests while implementing park safety guidelines.
• Provide water rescue, CPR/AED, and First Aid.
• Maintain the safety of animals and people in and around the pools.
• Maintain the cleanliness of your area.
• Greet guests and assist with interaction program check-in and wetsuit fittings.
• Participate in American Red Cross and SeaWorld audit processes.
• Practice safe work habits, including the use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE).

What it takes to succeed:

• You must be at least 18 years of age.
• Possession of a valid state driver’s license and be able to obtain an SEA driver’s license for guest escorts is preferred, but not required. May be trained in driving 12-15 passenger van.
• You will need to successfully complete the Deep Guard swim test, including 300 yd. continuous swim, underwater object retrieval, water tread, etc.
• You must successfully pass the company provided and paid American Red Cross certification trainings to include CPR and AED.
• You must pass regular swim tests and in-service/safety audits.
• You must be comfortable with heights and diving into water.
• Able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills in the English language.
• You must be able to work varied schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

The perks of the position: Ambassadors will enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment, and great teammates, as well as:

• FREE park admission
• Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends
• Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.
• Scholarship opportunities
• Exclusive employee events and giveaways
   

EEO Employer:

SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.