Overview:
JOIN US ON SATURDAY MAY 16TH, 2026 FROM 10AM-4PM FOR OUR LIFEGUARD HIRING EVENT!
- Date & Time: Saturday May 16th, 2026 from 10:00AM-4:00PM
- Location: 542 N Route 12 Gurnee, IL 6003
When you arrive to the employee entrance please proceed to the candidate parking area. After parking you will go through Security at Gate 4 and from there you will be directed to the Human Resources building.
At Six Flags Great America, work is FUN! Working as a Lifeguard means you’ll keep our guests safe in Hurricane Harbor pools and waterpark.
You’ll also…
- Earn a PAID lifeguard license.
- Monitor and enforce the waterpark rules in our pools, slides, and lazy river.
- Receive continued training.
- Learn to properly use and store rescue equipment.
JOIN US ON SATURDAY MAY 16TH, 2026 FROM 10AM-4PM FOR OUR LIFEGUARD HIRING EVENT!
Already hired and just need to complete your paperwork?! No problem, stop on in and we can help with that too!
Responsibilities:
- Test equipment daily before opening the attraction to guests.
- Enforce park policies, attractions restrictions and recommendations.
- Ensure safe operation of the ride and make certain that queue lines are safe and orderly.
- Assist with the loading and unloading of the attraction to include small children and guests with disabilities.
- Opportunity to train on different attractions in all areas of the park.
Qualifications:
- You!
- Minimum Age: 15
- People who interact well with others from all backgrounds and age groups.
- Individuals who work well within a team with a commitment to safety.
- Availability to include some weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed.
- People who love helping others and will support the needs of our guests and associates.
- Individuals with the ability to complete a paid aquatic certification class.
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Six Flags Entertainment Corporation