Myrtle Waves Lifeguard Myrtle Beach, SC

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1 Myrtle Waves Lifeguard Myrtle Beach, SC Company Biography Myrtle Waves is South Carolina s largest water park located in Myrtle Beach, SC, with 23 slides and attractions for all ages, and 1.2 million gallons of water. Myrtle Waves Water Park has 20 acres of swerves, curves, waves, chutes and over one million gallons of water. Our full operating calendar is located on the Park information page of this website. But generally we are open Mid May till Mid September. We are located on Hwy 17 Bypass at 3000 Mr. Joe White Avenue in Myrtle Beach. Myrtle Waves has been a part of creating family memories for years and we hope to make that possible for our community as well as the many visitors that travel to Myrtle Beach each season. Students should log onto Facebook and like Myrtle Beach J1 Students. Here you can connect with other Work and Travel students in the area as well as find out information about different cultural events that happen throughout the Spring and Summer. Also visit to find out more information about the Myrtle Beach area. Work and Pay Details Position title: Lifeguard Hourly wage: $8.25 Tips? Description of position: Specific qualifications required: Conditions of bonus: * Perform responsibilities related to the IAM Elite Aquatic Risk Prevention Program. * Provide swimmer protection of aquatic areas, dispatch attractions, rule enforcement, administer first aid and CPR, and provide exceptional customer service. * Must attend a minimum of 4 hours of in-service training per month to retain an active license. * Participate in park's audit program. * Continuously maintain 10/20-protection rule over the customers in their respective area while on the lifeguard stand. * Respond to any situations that compromise the safety of the guests in their respective area while on the lifeguard stand. * Ensure all riders meet minimum height requirements. * Adhere to all operating procedures as outlined in the water park standard operating procedures for the positions they are staffing. This includes, but is not limited to: completing morning safety checklist, operating attraction, cleaning area, immediately addressing any water park attraction maintenance concerns and/or stopping operation (if necessary). * Maintain an environment that keeps safety the number one concern for all customers and employees. * Contribute to park clean up, including park pick up, etc. * Keep a clean orderly work area. * Greet guests, visitors and employees in a friendly and courteous manner. * Provide excellent customer service. * Resolves guest complaints and answers questions of guests, visitors and employees. * Adhere to rotation schedule. * Ensure professional development to enhance work knowledge, skills and abilities. * Adhere to all company policies, procedures, rules, regulations, standards, guidelines, expectations and requirements. * Ensure completion of work responsibilities and special projects in accordance with the designated timeframe, as determined by the reporting leader. * Adhere to company ethical requirements, demonstrating the utmost integrity in all professional and personal matters. * Provide reporting leader with feedback, ideas and suggestions on a timely consistent basis. * Employees may be asked to move to different locations or job assignments within the property, as needed. * Complete other duties and tasks as assigned by management. * All lifeguard applicants must successfully complete the Star Guard Lifeguard Training prior to being extended a final job offer. All training is conducted onsite at Myrtle Waves Water Park. * First Aid and CPR training is provided during the lifeguard training class. Must be able to pass these classes. * Prerequisites for the lifeguard course include: Swim 100 yards continously using an approach stroke (breast stroke or front crawl) Retrieve a 10 lb brick from the deepest part of the pool Tread water without the use of their hands for 2 minutes * Must be a strong swimmer * Must be in good physical strength * Must have the ability to read, write, and understand instructions given in the English language. Estimated weekly wage (incl. tips): $ Bonus: Amount not specified Based on hours worked during bonus program dates, work through committed date, meet bonus guidelines and be in good standing. CIEE ciee.org/wat COUNCIL contact@ciee.org Page 1 of 5 02-Feb-17

2 Work and Pay Details Average hours for last year's students? t specified Maximum weekly hours allowed: 40 Hours Minimum average number of hours? 30 Hours Possibility of getting more than average hours: Average Students get the most hours in: June & July Students get the least hours in: May, August & September How often are students paid? Do you pay overtime? If yes, after how many hours per week do you pay overtime? t specified Does your company only operate weekends before or after specific dates? If yes, what are the dates? Every Two Weeks May weekends only except Memorial Day, May 29th. August weekends only beginning August 12th. September weekends only first weekend; last day of operation is Monday, September 4th Position location: 3000 Mr Joe White Avenue N Ext Myrtle Beach SC Other Job Details Minimum english level: Description of working conditions: (5) Upper Intermediate Will job duties be different at the beginning of the season? If yes, provide details of specific job duties: Uniform and Grooming Requirements Walking, bending, stretching, standing all day. Regular loud work environment due to crowds and music. Very hot and humid weather. Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. This is an outside position. Are students required to wear a uniform? If yes, what is the cost of the uniform? $0.00 Are uniform laundry services available? If yes, what is the cost of the laundry service? $0.00 Do students need to purchase specific clothing or footwear? Details of purchasing required clothing or footwear: Lifeguards - no cost for first set of uniforms; additional pieces is priced per item. T- shirt and shorts will be provided; there is a $13.00 cost for a "dry fit" shirt if you elect to purchase one. Female aquatics staff will be able to wear their own bathing suits because they wear a company t-shirt and shorts. Bathing suits have to be solid color (navy blue, red or black); no string bikinis accepted. Will issue 2 shirts; 1 pair of shorts. Aquatic shoes are required; they must have heel straps. Lifeguards must purchase a Lifeguard book for $35.00 and a code to take the test for $5.00. The $35.00 will be refunded if the Lifeguard book is returned in good condition; no refund on the code. Other park positions: 2 shirts are provided at no cost. Those students are required to purchase khaki shorts, a brown or black belt and non-slip closed-toe shoes worn with white ankle socks. Shorts, belt, socks and shoes can be purchased at Wal-Mart or Target. Caps can be purchased for $7.00 and additional shirts for $ Do you have company grooming requirements? Details of company grooming requirements? Clean, neat, bathe daily, no facial piercings, no offensive tattoos, no unnatural hair colors (orange, purple, blue, green etc), uniform should be clean and pressed daily. Other Company Details Company hires couples? Company hires groups of up to 4? Drug test required? Do students complete an additional application upon arrival? Does your company issue completion certificates? If requested, will you evaluate the student's performance? Any additional company details? smoking is permitted on the park grounds. Many cultural events are held through the season providing the opportunity for students to meet and mingle with people from all over the world. Myrtle Waves would like to ensure that your Summer Work & Travel Experience is everything you want it to be. In order for us to make that happen, please read ALL of this information in its entirety. Your Job: All jobs at Myrtle Waves are extremely interactive and require you to put your best foot forward. You always need to have a smile on your face and put the guest's interest first. Safety: Myrtle Beach is a very exciting place. With the amount of tourism, there is quite a bit of crime. For your safety, DO NOT travel alone. When walking or riding bicycles, always do so in groups of at least three. See welcome for more information. Bicycle Safety: We recommend that all Myrtle Waves team members purchase a helmet and wear at all time while bicycling. Attendance: Prompt attendance is enforced strictly at Myrtle Waves. CIEE ciee.org/wat COUNCIL contact@ciee.org Page 2 of 5 02-Feb-17

3 Training Information Is job training required? Length of training: 3 days Are students paid during training? Hourly pay rate during training: $0.00 How many hours per week are students likely to receive during training period? 24 Any other details? Worksite Location Worksite location: 3000 Mr Joe White Avenue N Ext Myrtle Beach SC Nearest major city: Charleston Worksite setting: Resort/Ocean/Lake Nearest major airport: Myrtle Beach Distance to nearest major airport: 5 miles Additional worksite setting details: Beautiful white sand beaches. Loads of shopping, restaurants and amusement parks. Myrtle Beach has something for everyone! The weather can be very hot and humid in the summer. Standard Arrival Information Are students required to arrive or depart on specific dates? Details of required arrival or departure dates: Mode of transportation: Other Students must arrive between these hours: 9 am and 4 pm Monday through Friday Cost: $20.00 Other details: Fly in to Myrtle Beach Airport; take a taxi to pre-arranged housing. Please arrival date and time at least one week prior to arrival in Myrtle Beach to employer contact (Wanda Housand) wanda.housand@myrtlewaves.com and an appointment time will be scheduled to complete employer employment paperwork. After Hours Arrival Information General information: Name of accommodation: Cost per night: $20.00 Take a taxi to pre-arranged hotel or housing. Accommodation address: Best way to travel from airport to overnight accommodation: Anchor Taxi Beachside Taxi Social Security Are students required to apply for a social security card prior to arriving at worksite? Will the company assist students with their social security application? Assistance detail: Myrtle Beach provides an orientation class for J-1 Work and Travel Students. At this meeting, students can apply for social security cards and open bank accounts during this meeting.students should bring enough funds for a minimum of 2 weeks expenses(housing and food) as they cannot open a US bank account without a social security card. Where is the nearest social security office? Conway, SC Distance: 14 miles How will students be paid until their social security card arrives? By company check - no delay pending receipt of SSN application form Housing Details Is housing provided? If not, will you assist students in finding housing? Are there affordable housing options in the area? Housing options in the area: Local housing resources: Hotels, Motels, Apartments, Condos Lists of the hotels, motels, apartments, condos Comfort Suites/Suburban Extended Stay Hotel 710 Frontage Rd. East, Myrtle Beach, SC Facebook: MyrtleBeachJ1Students Housing address: CIEE ciee.org/wat COUNCIL contact@ciee.org Page 3 of 5 02-Feb-17

4 Housing Details Is the student required to sign a separate housing contract? Type of housing provided: Number of students to a room: Housing details: Do you offer co-ed housing? Cost of housing - per week: Includes utilities? Are housing costs deducted from paycheck? Is a housing deposit required? Amount of housing deposit: Instructions for payment of housing deposit: Housing deposit due date: Is deposit refundable? Conditions of deposit refund: How will deposit be refunded? Are students required to live in provided housing upon arrival? During their work stay, can students find alternate housing? If yes, is there a penalty? Transportation to/from Worksite Method of transportation to worksite: Cost of public transportation to worksite: Cost of transportation to worksite provided by employer: Details of transportation to worksite arranged by employer: Cost of arranging own transportation to worksite: $ Details of arranging own transportion to worksite: walk, bike, bus Distance to worksite: varies; based on your housing location Is worksite within walking distance of housing? t specified Details of public transportation to worksite: If the housing that you choose is far from park; the Coast RTA public transit line is $1.50 on/off. Compare bus schedule with the work schedule and fares at t specified The approximate cost of a bike, helmet and lock is and can be purchased at Wal- Mart or Target. Housing Amenities Available public transportation: Bus, Interstate Bus Access to public transportation? Walking Distance On Site Housing Amenities Laundry: Linens: Private bath: Refrigerator: Microwave: Air conditioning: TV: Telephone: Security guard: Computer/Internet Access: Utensils: Gym: Individual Beds: Nearby Amenities Supermarket: Walking Distance Restaurants: Walking Distance Shopping mall: Walking Distance Fitness center: Walking Distance Post office: In town/accessible Laundry: Walking Distance Bank: Walking Distance Internet cafe: Walking Distance Movie theater: Walking Distance Library: In town/accessible Additional amenities: Meal Information Are meals included in rent cost? If not, meal plan cost per day: t Specified Meals covered: t Specified Is the purchase of a meal plan mandatory? CIEE ciee.org/wat COUNCIL contact@ciee.org Page 4 of 5 02-Feb-17

5 Cultural Opportunities Types of cultural opportunities provided Organized Holiday Event(s): Organized Trip(s) to Major Attraction(s): Organized Potluck(s) or Dinner(s): Organized Trip(s) to Major City: Organized Karaoke Night(s): Information about Events: Organized Movie Night(s): Information about Local Resources: Organized Sporting Event(s): Information about Attractions/Sites: Organized Staff Exchange Event(s) - Other: Information about Local Community: Organized Trip(s) to Nearby Attraction(s): Other: If Other, please describe: Additional details about cultural offerings: Students can log onto Facebook and like Myrtle Beach J1 Students. Here you can connect with other Work and Travel students in the area as well as find out information about different cultural events that happen throughout the Spring and Summer. Students can log onto and Also visit to find out more information about the Myrtle Beach area, local safety, housing and transportation information as well as fun events that are planned! CIEE ciee.org/wat COUNCIL contact@ciee.org Page 5 of 5 02-Feb-17