Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers

Top 3 Lifeguards Jobs

  • Aquatics Lifeguard - POWER WELLNESS MANAGEMENT LLC - Lewis Center,OH

    Lifeguard We improve life and we're here to serve. What you do is something special and contributes towards improving health within your community. Join our team of full-time and part-time staff at Mount Carmel Fitness Center. Our...

  • Lifeguard (base pay + benefits) - Health Fitness - Marysville,OH

    Lifeguard - Marysville, OH HealthFitness, a Trustmark company, is a proven leader in providing fitness solutions that engage and connect people both on-site and online, to create a strong community of health. Our work focuses on creating...

  • Lifeguard 2026 - Columbus Zoo and Aquarium - Powell,OH

    Zoombezi Bay Lifeguard Opportunities Looking for a fun, fast-paced job where you can make a real impact? Zoombezi Bay in Powell, Ohio is hiring lifeguards! We provide the training and cover the cost of your certification, so you can...

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What They Do

Monitor recreational areas, such as pools, beaches, or ski slopes, to provide assistance and protection to participants.


Salary

  • 2020 employment: 117,500
  • May 2021 median annual wage: $25,630

Job Outlook

Projected employment change, 2020-30:

  • Number of new jobs: 28,700
  • Growth rate: 24 percent (Much faster than average)

How to Become One

Education and training:

  • Typical entry-level education: No formal educational credential
  • Work experience in a related occupation: None
  • Typical on-the-job training: Short-term on-the-job training

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