Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers

Top 3 Lifeguards Jobs

  • Lifeguard - North YMCA - YMCA - Columbus,OH

    YMCA of Central Ohio Lifeguard Hourly Rate: $14 (September-April) NO experience required Benefits: FREE YMCA Family Membership. Paid lifeguard training. Discounted programming. Career growth opportunities. Work with diverse teams. Flexible hours.

  • Lifeguard (Aquatics) (Seasonal) (Vacancy) - City of Columbus Ohio - Columbus,OH

    Under immediate supervision, is responsible for, on a seasonal basis, protecting users of a public pool from injury and for enforcing regulations in connection with the prevention of accidents; performs related duties as required. Examples of Work...

  • HOT SHOT DRIVERS WANTED $4K/WEEK - R and J Hotshots - Columbus,OH

    We are looking for drivers specifically for a dually with a 40 foot hotshot trailer. Drivers will have two and a half weeks on the road and four days off. There will be instances where drivers may have to tarp, change and/or bind. They will...

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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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