Are you looking for a splashtastic summer job that helps you earn money while having fun? Then look no further than Deep River Waterpark! As one of the top waterparks in the country, Deep River offers a variety of benefits and opportunities that make it the perfect fit for your seasonal career.
Working at Deep River for the summer gives employees real-world opportunities to gain experience, meet new people, and join a culture that will help them develop personally and professionally. Employees also gain more material benefits:
• Free Waterpark admission for employee on days off + one guest!...friend, family, you name it!
• Discounted food while working
• Uniforms provided FREE
• Paid Trainings (Including guards as long as you pass the class)
• Employee discount in Surf Shop
• Flexible Scheduling
• "Employee of the Week" recognition program
• Employee events
Take a look at Deep River’s job openings and apply online when you find your match.
Join the Water Safety Team
The largest team at Deep River, the Water Safety Team has the important task of making sure guests can safely enjoy all of the attractions at the waterpark. If you’re a strong swimmer looking to put your talents to good use protecting the community, becoming a lifeguard on the Water Safety Team is right for you!
Deep River is a StarGuard Elite facility, meaning the lifeguards poolside have undergone some serious training. In order to become a lifeguard at Deep River, applicants must be able to swim 50 yards without stopping with a rescue tube across their chest, tread water for a minute without the use of their hands, and retrieve at least a 10lb weighted object from the bottom of the pool.
Deep River lifeguards are able to receive paid training so long as they qualify for StarGuard Elite certification. Not sure you’re a strong enough swimmer to be a lifeguard? You can still help ensure the safety of park guests by becoming a slide attendant!
Lifeguards must be 15 years or older by 5/24/2025. Slide attendants must be 16 years old.
Work with guests
In order for every guest to have a splashtastic experience during their visit, Deep River is always looking for people who put service first. From greeting guests at the gates when collecting tickets and working with large groups to delivering delicious food and making shopping at the Surf Shop simple, being a front-facing service worker at Deep River gives you the chance to meet tons of people in your community and beyond.
To succeed in any of these positions, applicants should be outgoing and willing to help guests with a variety of concerns. Some roles also require simple payment handling skills. If you’re looking for something fast-paced that will help you develop a variety of skills quickly, working for one of Deep River’s guest-serving teams could be the move for you.
Maintain the park
Presentation is key when operating one of the top waterparks in the country. Deep River prides itself on having a park that’s clean, accessible, and friendly. Maintaining this signature appearance is Deep River’s Grounds Team.
The Grounds Team does everything needed to keep Deep River looking fantastic: push mowing, landscaping, pruning, and weeding. This position is perfect for anyone who loves working outdoors under the sun. Even more, Deep River is hiring immediately for this position, so it's one of the quickest ways to get started!
Applicants must be at least 18 to be selected for a spot on the team.
Apply today
With a role to fit your career goals and a flexible schedule to meet your needs, Deep River is a great way to meet new friends, earn some cash, and enjoy the waterpark all summer long. With the season opening next week, now is the perfect time to apply! Applications are available online. Lifeguard pre-course class schedules are also available online.
Learn more about Deep River Waterpark at deepriverwaterpark.com.
