Lifeguard-Disney

Recruiter: Disney Cruise Line

Category: Safety

Guest Contact: High

Published: 16 August 2024


JOB DESCRIPTION
Top Points
  • Assist with monitoring and operating all water-based recreation spaces including, opening, closing, monitoring safety and volume of the Donald's/Goofy's pool, AquaDunk/AquaDuck waterslide, Twist n Spout/Mickey's slide and pools, Nephew's/Nemo's Reef, AquaLab and general activity around pool areas.
  • Assist with monitoring and operating all shipboard recreation spaces including Goofy's/Wide World of Sports deck, ping pong, shuffle board, foosball, mini golf, sports simulators areas; set up and verify supplies and equipment are available during operating hours; replenish, clean and maintain as needed.
  • Monitor the integrity of shipboard adult only areas, such as Quiet Cove pool area; assist in minimizing the volume of children congregating around the ship; interact with Guests and provide any directions/Guest service assistance.
  • Assist with the Port Adventures as directed based on skills and performance; this will include, but is not limited to dispatching tours (report feedback), operating the Port Adventures desk and processing, stuffing and delivering pre-booked tickets.
Job Responsibilities
  • Ensure the well-being of our Guests, keeping pool areas clean, answering Guest questions, enforcing policies, rules and regulations of Recreation locations.
  • Be fully qualified as a licensed lifeguard; participate in regular trainings, including but not limited to, in-service training, re-certification, Castaway Cay training, etc.
  • Monitor radio communication with Port Adventures manager and other areas; communicate with the Bridge on the radio in emergency situations.
  • Conduct bookings and sales of golf and sports simulators. (Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy).
  • Maintain adequate supplies for daily operation and confirm operation's show readiness, adhering to all VSP guidelines.
  • Entertain and conduct sport related games and activities.
  • Perform Greeter or Host duties as directed.

Required/Desired: Experience,Qualifications, Education, Licenses

  • Minimum six months of recent work experience in a lifeguard capacity, in a pool setting; high volume environment.
  • Ability to pass a pre-hire swim and successfully complete lifeguard training (conducted upon arrival on Orlando, Florida); certification requirements must also be maintained throughout contract.
  • Ability to detect and respond to noises and distress signals in an aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere around the zone of responsibility.
  • Must be able to observe all sections of an assigned zone or area of responsibility.
  • Ability to pass a vision screening with at least 20/25 vision, corrected or uncorrected.
  • Experience in a lifeguard capacity in an open water setting a plus.
  • Previous experience with boats, snorkel equipment, or other recreational equipment a plus.
  • High level of fitness including strong swimming abilities.
  • Good computer skills and operational knowledge.