A Multi-Million Dollar Expansion At Schlitterbahn Waterpark In Kansas City Means More Summer Jobs

Schlitterbahn is now accepting applications to hire more than 500 seasonal staff members to fill summer jobs.

KANSAS CITY, Kan. – Schlitterbahn Waterpark is currently accepting seasonal employment applications for the 2011 season. A multi-million dollar 2011 expansion which includes the region’s only surf ride, a mammoth rapids river, two head-first mat slides, an totally enclosed tube slide, a whitewater tube chute and ride-up Aqua Veyer, requires more than 150 additional staff members than last season.

500 seasonal staff members are needed to fill open positions which include food and beverage personnel, lifeguards, cashiers, retail assistants, maintenance workers, landscaping crew and more. Potential staff members should be at least 16 years of age and able to work throughout the summer months, including weekends and evenings.

“We are excited about assembling our largest summer team to date as we prepare to introduce six major new attractions and other guest amenities for the 2011 season,” said Keith Fontenot, general manager for Schlitterbahn Kansas City Waterpark. “We strive to offer our staff members the best work experience and a competitive compensation plan including an end of the season bonus program.”

Those interested in job opportunities are encouraged to apply online in the Jobs section at schlitterbahn.com starting Monday, March 7. Those who prefer to apply in person may do so Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at the Staff Services office at 1709 North 98th Street, Kansas City, Kansas 66111. Once an application is submitted, it is reviewed by Schlitterbahn staff and applicants are contacted to schedule interviews.

Schlitterbahn Waterparks is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Please email SKCJobs@schlitterbahn.com for more information or questions regarding employment.

Schlitterbahn is Kansas City’s only river tubing adventure and is likened to a float trip excursion inside a waterpark. The Transportainment River System™ allows guest to float in tubes throughout the park without leaving the water. Attractions include an uphill water coaster, a surfing ride, the world’s longest tidal wave river, a record-breaking rapids river, six huge slides, whitewater tube chutes, Aqua Veyers, two areas for kids with 13 mini slides, relaxing beach areas and a giant hot tub with a swim-up refreshment bar.

Schlitterbahn Kansas City Waterpark is open May 21 & 22, then daily May 28-August 21 and weekends through Labor Day. The park offers fantastic family amenities that include free parking and free use inner tubes and life jackets. Guests are welcome to bring their own picnic baskets and coolers inside the park (no grilling, glass containers or alcohol).

Family-owned and operated, Schlitterbahn Waterparks has been a leader in family water entertainment since 1979.  In addition to the Kansas City property, Schlitterbahn currently operates three Texas waterparks – Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark in South Padre Island, Schlitterbahn Galveston Island Waterpark in Galveston Island, and the award-winning flagship waterpark at Schlitterbahn Waterpark Resort in New Braunfels.

For more information, please visit www.schlitterbahn.com.