Florida's Premier Lagoon Destinations for Family Fun, Relaxation & Water Adventures

MetroLagoons transforms ordinary days into unforgettable waterfront experiences. Located throughout the Tampa Bay and Southwest Florida regions, our resort-style lagoons feature clear blue water, sandy beaches, water slides, obstacle courses, paddleboarding, kayaking, swim-up bars, private cabanas, live events, and family-friendly attractions.

Whether you're planning a family outing, a weekend adventure, a special celebration, or simply looking for the best lagoon near Tampa, MetroLagoons offers a tropical escape close to home.

Job Summary:

Lifeguards protect guests by maintaining continuous surveillance of assigned aquatic zones, enforcing safety rules, recognizing distress, and performing rescues and emergency care within certification and training.

Training will be provided to any applicants passing the American Red Cross swim test (see details below).

What You Will Do:

• Maintain continuous, active surveillance of the assigned zone using approved scanning techniques
• Recognize and respond immediately to distressed swimmers, submerged guests, injuries, and unsafe conditions
• Perform water rescues, extrications, CPR/AED, First Aid, and emergency procedures within training
• Enforce aquatic and facility rules consistently and respectfully
• Complete rotation, equipment, rescue, first aid, and incident documentation accurately
• Inspect rescue equipment, communication devices, and assigned areas before and during duty
• Other duties as assigned, including cleaning

What You Bring:

• Must meet the minimum age established by the certifying agency and applicable law
• Current lifeguard, CPR/AED, and First Aid certifications accepted by MetroLagoons or ability to obtain before assignment
• Must successfully complete all required swimming, rescue, written, and practical evaluations
• Commitment to courteous, attentive, and solution-oriented guest service

Work Setting and Schedule:

This position involves standing/walking for long periods of time outdoors in and around water, including elevated areas in all weather conditions, including heat, humidity, cold, sun, wind, rain, etc.  Weekends, holidays, early mornings, and evenings are required based on operating needs.

Physical expectations: Must be able to continuously scan aquatic areas, enter and exit the water, swim, retrieve submerged objects, perform rescues, kneel, reach, and lift or assist guests as required by the certifying agency and job-specific skills test. Must also be able to climb ladders and steps.

BENEFITS:          

Employee Discount Program, including Lagoon entry, F&B/merchandise discounts, and more!

F/T employees will be eligible for health insurance, PTO/holidays, 401(k), life and other insurances and more

E.O.E.  MetroLagoons does not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, race, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, or any other class protected by law.  Reasonable accommodations are available consistent with applicable law. This posting summarizes the position and is not an exhaustive list of every duty or requirement.

Ready to join MetroLagoons? Apply now through the MetroLagoons careers website for consideration.

• Other duties as requested including assisting other departments

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)
• Must pass Swim Test (details below) and obtain American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification (Training provided)
• Current ARC LG Certification a plus
• Must be comfortable working an entire shift outdoors in and around water including elevated areas
• Must be able to climb ladder
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Flexible availability, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Shifts may vary based on business needs
• Proficient communication skills, both verbal and written
• Proficient in interacting with people of various ages from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

This position involves standing/walking for long periods of time outdoors in and around water, including elevated areas in all weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, etc.

BENEFITS:          

Employee Discount Program, including Lagoon entry, F&B/merchandise discounts, and more!

E.O.E.  MetroLagoons does not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, race, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, or any other class protected by law.

American Red Cross Lifeguard Swim Test:

Event 1: Swim-Tread-Swim

• Jump into the water from the side, fully submerge, recover to the surface, and swim 150 yards.
• After swimming 150 yards, maintain position at the surface of the water for 2 minutes by treading, without support.
• After treading for 2 minutes, swim an additional 50 yards.
• While swimming, you must keep your face in the water and demonstrate proper breath control.
• You may use front crawl, breaststroke, or a combination of both. Swimming on the back or side is not permitted.
• Swim goggles are allowed.
• While treading, you must only use your legs, keeping your hands placed under your armpits, and your head must remain above the water.

Event 2: Timed Event

• Arrange a 20-yard swim distance and place a 10-pound object at a minimum depth of 7 to 10 feet (consistent with the maximum water depth for training).
• Goggles are not permitted for this event.
• You have 1 minute, 40 seconds to complete the following:
  1. Swim 20 yards (your face may be in or out of the water).
  2. Perform a surface dive (feet-first or head-first) to a depth of 7 to 10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object.
  3. Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on your back to the starting point, holding the object at the surface with both hands and keeping your face at or near the surface. Swimming underwater during this distance is not allowed.
  4. Exit the water without using a ladder or steps.