Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers

Top 3 Lifeguards Jobs

  • Lifeguard - Lifetime - Columbus,OH

    Aquatics Lifeguard As an Aquatics Lifeguard, you must be safety minded and customer service oriented. You will work in a fast-paced environment and will help to oversee state-of-the-art recreational and lap pools, both indoor and out.

  • Lifeguard - Goldfish Swim School - Westerville,OH

    Tropical Vibes & Impacting Lives! You feel it the moment you walk in. There's more than vibrant colors, a tropical theme and happy children. There's something different, something extraordinary. Something truly GOLDEN. It's passion.

  • Posting Lifeguard 2026 - The Columbus Zoological Park Association - Powell,OH

    Keeping an Eye on the Fun:Keep a close watch on guests to always ensure their safety. Respond calmly and quickly to emergency situations, providing first aid until medical services arrive. Guest Experience:Answer guest questions and address concerns...

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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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