Sandcastle 2012 Summer Employment
See application and interview information at the bottom of this page.
If you are looking for a cool summer job, where you can earn money and have fun doing it, then Sandcastle Waterpark is for you. It's a summer adventure full of perks, memories, new friends, parties and of course the paycheck.
Sandcastle believes that if you are having fun at your seasonal job, our Guests will have fun too. Just like our Guests who come back year after year... you will want to come back to Sandcastle each summer. Many of our Team Leaders have worked their way from seasonal employees to full-time or part-time managers.
Experiences & opportunities
Make friendships and memories that last a lifetime! Meet over 400 fellow Team Members as you work and play your way through the summer. We are flexible with scheduling around events such as your summer activities with school or your family vacations.
Money & job skills
Earn money for college or whatever adventures are in your future at a fun summer job. Learn how to complete money transactions, expand your "people skills," prepare a juicy, mouthwatering cheeseburger, or properly rescue a distressed swimmer.
Fun & perks
Enjoy Team Member privileges including discounted passes to Sandcastle and our sister parks.
Calling all Teachers, Parents, and Senior Citizens
Sandcastle is looking for you, too!! Earn extra summer money. Work weekends. You, too, can be part of the growing Team of adult employees at Sandcastle.
Departments & Job Descriptions
Guest Services/ Main Gate Team
As a Guest Services Team Member you will be exposed to a variety of jobs. Team Leaders and park managers provide training in cash handling, guest relations, and many more areas in this important department of the park.
Front Gate Cashiers
Front Gate Cashiers are responsible for greeting the Guests and selling the admission tickets for Sandcastle. Personable, friendly, customer service oriented people who are comfortable with handling money are a must for these positions.
Turnstile Attendants/Greeters
After the Guests purchase their passes the Turnstile Attendants will greet them. These Attendants also welcome the Guests and provide them with wristbands for admittance to the park.
Sweeps
A sweep is responsible for beautifying the park area and assisting Guests as needed. They are not limited to keeping the park clean. Sweeps must be familiar with park trivia and all information necessary for the Guests' pleasant experience at Sandcastle.
Locker/Lost & Found Attendants
The Guests and the Park place a great deal of trust in these Team Members to safeguard Guest belongings. These attendants are responsible for maintaining the daily locker rentals, tracking items in lost and found, and responding to questions from Guests.
Lifeguards
There are many benefits to becoming a Sandcastle Lifeguard. You will acquire skills that last a lifetime, including customer service, first aid, CPR and lifeguard training. Applicants must be at least 16 years of age and have successfully completed the Ellis Lifeguard Training Classes, which our Sandcastle Management Team provides. Team Members in this department have a high level of interaction with Guests and have the most opportunity to ensure the Guests have a safe and pleasurable visit to Sandcastle. In-service training is provided and required throughout the summer for the lifeguards.
Food & Beverage and Games Staff
Working in the Food & Beverage Department at Sandcastle provides Team Members with variety of opportunities. Sandcastle Team Leaders will train these Team Members on customer service skills, cash handling, and food preparation. Personable, friendly, customer service oriented people who are comfortable with handling money are a must for these positions.
Sandbar Team
The Sandcastle Sandbar Team Members provide our over 21 Guests with food and beverage at our Sandbar area. As with the Food & Beverage Department at Sandcastle these Team Members are trained on customer service skills, cash handling, and food preparation. Personable, friendly, customer service oriented people who are comfortable with handling money are a must for these positions. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
Parking Lot Attendants
As the first Team Members our Guests meet, a Parking Attendant's job is very important for many reasons. After directing cars, parking attendants are frequently asked questions about the park.
First Aid Staff
Positions for Paramedics and EMT's in the First Aid Stations at Kennywood and Sandcastle are filled through UPMC Mckeesport Department of EMS. Applications are taken for the upcoming season after Feb. 15. Call 412-664-2442 for more information.
Security Staff
The Sandcastle Security Department consists of Pennsylvania State certified 235 security or police officers. Positions are filled through State Security and Investigation Services, Inc. PLease call 412-462-6666 x6330 or email publicsafety@sandcastlewaterpark.com for more information.
Maintenance Crew
The park strives to maintain high maintenance and cleanliness standards. Although the Maintenance Team most often works behind the scenes, the work does in fact influence the Guests' opinion of the park. The cleanliness, attention to detail, and quality control, help deliver an excellent product. Jobs in the department include, but are not limited to, landscaping, pool water testing/cleaning, and maintaining the grounds.
Application Process
What you need to know
Sandcastle is a seasonal park. Limited pre- and post-season part-time work is available. We need people for a variety of work schedules, including weekends.
All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, physical handicap or veteran status. Most jobs require applicants to be at least sixteen years of age. There are, however, some positions available for fifteen-year-olds.
All NEW and RETURNING team members are required:
To provide necessary proof of eligibility and legal authorization to work in the United States as provided under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
Please bring proper identification with you to complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification form. If you are under the age of 18, you will also be required to provide a Work Permit (if applicable).
Job schedule
2012 Sandcastle applicants should report as follows
- Applications and interviews begin TBD.
- Hours for applications/interviews are Saturdays from 10 am - 3 pm and weekdays 3:30 - 5:30 pm.
- Times and Dates are for both Kennywood and Sandcastle positions. Interviews for both Kennywood and Sandcastle are held at Kennywood.
- Upon arrival, check in at Guest Relations at the main entrance. The Officer will direct you to the interview location.
- The minimum age for all applicants is fifteen (except Lifeguards who are required to be at least 16)..
- Interviews are held at the time of application.
- Mailed in applications will NOT be considered.
Click here to download the 2012 application for employment
First Aid Staff
Positions for Paramedics and EMT's in the First Aid Stations at Kennywood and Sandcastle are filled through UPMC Mckeesport Department of EMS. Applications are taken for the upcoming season after Feb. 15. Call 412-664-2442 for more information.
