Summer Jobs
Join our Waldameer Team!
Be a part of the fun!
A Summer Job at Waldameer is more than just a paycheck! Team Members gain valuable work experience, enjoy a variety of exclusive perks, and make lifelong friends!
2025 Season Applications will be posted in February!
Join our amazing Summer Team & earn up to $17.50/hr!
The most fun summer job around!
- Competitive wages
- Make lifelong friends
- Upbeat work environment
- Earn FREE Combo Passes
- Exclusive Team Member discounts
- Team Member parties
- FREE admission to 15+ regional amusement parks
Application & Interview Process
- Complete an Online Application here.
- After you submit your application, visit the Park Office by the Cookie House to interview. We don’t schedule appointments, just come in! (Use West parking lot when park is closed). Interview Hours:
- February: Tuesday-Friday 10:00am-4:30pm beginning February 18th.
- March: Tuesday-Friday 10:00am-4:30pm.
- April: Tuesday-Friday 10:00am-4:30pm. Saturday 9:00am-3:00pm.
- May: Tuesday-Friday: 10:00am-4:30pm. Saturday-Sunday 11:00am-5:00pm
- June: June 3-4: 10:00am-4:30pm. Days park is open – 11:00am-5:00pm.
- July-August: Days park is open – 11:00am-5:00pm
2025 Pay Rates
General Team Member
| Base Wage/Hr | Bonus/Hr* | Wage w/Bonus* | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ages 18+ | $15.25 | +$1.00 | $16.25 |
| Ages 16 – 17 | $14.25 | +$1.00 | $15.25 |
| Ages 14-15 | $11.25 | +$1.00 | $12.25 |
Certified Lifeguard
| Base Wage/Hr | Bonus/Hr* | Wage w/Bonus* | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ages 18+ | $16.00 | +$1.00 | $17.00 |
| Ages 16 – 17 | $15.00 | +$1.00 | $16.00 |
| Age 15 | $12.00 | +$1.00 | $13.00 |
Wave Pool Lifeguard**
| Base Wage/Hr | Bonus/Hr* | Wage w/Bonus* | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ages 18+ | $16.50 | +$1.00 | $17.50 |
| Ages 15 – 17 | $15.50 | +$1.00 | $16.50 |
*BONUS: Paid after end-of-season requirements have been met.
**Wave Pool Lifeguards: Demonstrate proficient skills required to guard our Wave Pool in addition to American Red Cross and/or YMCA Certification.
Add $0.25/hr to Base Wage for returning Team Members from 2024 Season
Team Members who complete high school at age 17 will move to the Ages 18+ pay rate upon graduation.