Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers

Top 3 Lifeguards Jobs

  • Entry Level Assembler $23+/hr Hiring Event June 8th-12th Marysville OH! - Adecco - Marysville,OH

    Adecco Hiring Event - Marysville, OHPresented by Adecco | Marysville, OH Event Details: Dates: Monday, June 8th – Friday, June 12th, 2026 Time: 8:30 AM to 3:00...

  • Traffic Flagger - $16/hr + Paid Training & Certification - RoadSafe Traffic Systems, Inc. - Columbus,OH

    Title: Traffic Control Flagger Classification: Non-Exempt About the Organization RoadSafe Traffic Systems is the largest national provider of traffic safety products and services in the United States.

  • Housekeeper Room Care - Hyatt Hotels - Columbus,OH

    Hyatt Hotels - - Responsibilities: Clean and service assigned guest rooms in a timely and organized manner following hotel standards; Keep an organized linen cart neat stocked and organized; Report areas within guest rooms that need attention...

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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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