Lifeguard (Surf Operations) in Palm Desert, California at DSRT Surf

We’re building a fast growing hospitality and lifestyle brand where surf culture, guest experience, safety, and energy all come together in a unique environment. We’re looking for individuals who are safety focused, team oriented, adaptable, and excited to help create an exceptional guest experience in and around the water.

As a Lifeguard, you’ll help maintain a safe, welcoming, and high energy environment throughout the surf lagoon and surrounding operational areas. This role supports guest safety, surf operations, wave sessions, and overall guest experience while working closely with the broader Surf Operations team.

No surf experience? No problem. DSRT SURF provides training and certification support for qualified candidates based on the role. We’re looking for positive, motivated people who are excited to learn, grow, and be part of building something unique.

This is a part time, fully on site role in Palm Desert, California.

What You’ll Do

• Maintain active surveillance of guests in and around the surf lagoon and operational areas
• Enforce safety rules, operational procedures, and guest conduct standards
• Respond quickly and appropriately to emergencies and rescue situations
• Support surf session operations and guest flow throughout the property
• Assist guests with questions, directions, and overall guest experience
• Participate in ongoing training, drills, and operational safety exercises
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and organized operational environment
• Support additional operational and guest experience needs as assign

Potential Placement Areas

Team members may be placed in one or more operational areas depending on certifications, experience, training progress, and operational needs.

Placement areas may include:

• Shore Guard
• Reef Guard / Reef Host
• Tower Guard
• Rentals & Guest Support
• Surf Operations Support

Certain team members may also have future opportunities for additional surf operations training and advancement opportunities including Surf Coach or Surf Instructor pathways.

What You Bring

• Strong swimming skills and physical fitness
• Ability to remain calm, alert, and professional in fast paced environments
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Previous aquatic, surf, hospitality, or guest service experience preferred but not required
• Commitment to safety, professionalism, and guest experience
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Stoke

Who You Are

You’re curious, positive, and excited to help build something unique from the ground up. You enjoy being part of a team, staying active, and creating an environment where guests feel safe, welcomed, and excited to return.

You stay calm under pressure, communicate confidently, and take pride in maintaining high safety standards while bringing positive energy to the guest experience.

Compensation

Compensation will depend on experience, certifications, skills, training level, and operational needs.

Benefits

Benefits eligibility may vary based on employment status and hours worked.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to swim, stand, walk, bend, and move throughout indoor and outdoor operational areas for extended periods
• Ability to respond quickly during emergency situations and perform water rescues if needed
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and temperature conditions
• Ability to maintain alertness and focus during active operational periods
• Ability to work in a fast paced hospitality and aquatic environment

Schedule Expectations

This is a part time, in person position. Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and peak operational periods may be required based on business needs.

Why DSRT SURF

This is an opportunity to help build something from the ground up where hospitality meets surf culture in a way that hasn’t been done before. You’ll play an important role in creating a safe, energetic, and memorable experience for every guest who visits DSRT SURF.

Equal Opportunity Employer

DSRT SURF is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We consider applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

DSRT SURF provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process should notify the company.

At-Will Employment Statement

This job description is not intended to create a contract of employment. Employment with DSRT SURF is at will, which means either the employee or the company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to applicable law.

Work Location

In person