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Lifeguard

Ripley Entertainment Inc

Waco, TX 76708 • 8/21/2026

Job Description

Job Description
LIFEGUARD

HawaiianFallsWaterparks

PositionSummary

Lifeguardsare responsible for monitoring aquatic attractions, ensuring guestsafety, and respondingtoemergencies.Thisrolerequires strongobservationskills,theabilitytoactquickly under pressure,anda commitment toproviding a safe andenjoyable guest experience.

EssentialFunctions
  • Maintaincontinuous surveillanceofassignedaquaticareasandwaterslidedispatch locations based on certification level.
  • Prevent,recognize,andrespondtoguestandemployeeemergencies.
  • PerformwaterrescuesandadministerCPR,AED,andfirstaidwhennecessary.
  • Maintainproficiencyinparkknowledge,rescuetechniques,andemergencyresponse skills.
  • Attendscheduledin-servicetrainingsandparticipateinregularskillsaudits.
  • Maintaincleanlinessandsafetyofparkattractionsandsupportareas.
  • Followallsafetyprocedures, includingtheuse ofpersonalprotective equipmentand proper reporting of hazards.
  • Workeffectivelyaspartofateam.
  • Provideprofessional, friendly,andattentiveservicetoguests.
  • Maintainaprofessionalappearanceanddemeanor.
Qualifications
  • Mustbeatleast15yearsofage.
  • Willingnesstoworkaflexibleschedule,includingweekdays,weekends,andholidays.
  • Ability to remain calm, assess situations quickly, and make sound decisions in stressful environments.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to multitask while maintaining excellent guest service.
  • Willingness to comply with grooming guidelines and employment standards.
  • Ability to successfully complete all legal, company, and departmental trainings and certification requirements.
Physical &WorkEnvironmentRequirements
  • Abilitytostand,walk,andremainalertforextendedperiodsof time.
  • Abilitytoworkoutdoorsinextremeweatherconditions,includingheat,humidity,and sun exposure.
  • Abilitytoswim,performrescues,liftandassistguestsinandoutofwater,andrespond quickly to emergency situations.
  • Ability to bend, reach, kneel, and perform repetitive movements.
Pre-Employment&CertificationRequirements

Employmentinthispositioniscontingentuponsuccessfulcompletionofpre-employment requirements, which may include:

  • Passingapre-requisiteswimtest.
  • ObtainingandmaintainingSGECPR/AEDfortheProfessionalRescuercertification.
  • Obtainingandmaintainingoneofthefollowinglifeguardcertifications:
    1. ShallowWaterGuard(0–5ft)
    2. Lifeguard(0–6ft+)
  • Completionofallrequiredlifeguardtrainingprograms.

Pre-employment lifeguard certification is required. Hawaiian Falls Waterpark hosts certification classes at an approximate cost of $50, which covers the training and certification course.