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.

  • Aquatics Lifeguard - Lifetime - Dublin,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.

  • Work From Home - Customer Service Sales - HMG Careers - Columbus,OH

    About the job Work From Home - Customer Service Sales Are you ready to join an exceptional team that offers comprehensive training, benefits, and flexible working hours? Our ideal candidate embodies qualities such as adaptability,...

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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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