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Charlestowne Hotels

Life Guard

Hendersonville, NC · On-site

$13 - $16.75/hr

Lifeguards must hold and maintain current certifications in the following: * Lifeguard -American Red Cross is accepted for hire. * CPR for the Professional Rescuer * Standard First Aid * Automated ...

Treasure Island Resort & Casino

Life Guard

Welch, MN · On-site

$19/hr

Currently certified in First Aid, CPR and AED for professional rescuers Skills- Required: * Accurate and detail-oriented * Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills Abilities- Required:

Treasure Island Resort & Casino

Life Guard

Welch, MN · On-site

$19/hr

Currently certified in First Aid, CPR and AED for professional rescuers Skills- Required: * Accurate and detail-oriented * Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills Abilities- Required:

Kanuga

Life Guard

Hendersonville, NC · On-site

$13 - $16.75/hr

Lifeguards must hold and maintain current certifications in the following: * Lifeguard -American Red Cross is accepted for hire. * CPR for the Professional Rescuer * Standard First Aid * Automated ...

Treasure Island Resort & Casino

Life Guard

Welch, MN · On-site

$19/hr

Currently certified in First Aid, CPR and AED for professional rescuers Skills- Required: * Accurate and detail-oriented * Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills Abilities- Required:

City of Key West, FL

LIFE GUARD

Key West, FL · On-site

$22.39/hr

Hold current certifications as American Red Cross Lifeguard or equivalent. * Hold a current certification in CPR and First Aid. Same Posting Description for Internal and External Candidates About Us ...

Hamtramck Public Schools

Life Guard

Hamtramck, MI

$16/hr

It is the responsibility of the Lifeguard to acquire and keep current the following certifications: * American Red Cross Lifesaving * Professional Rescuer CPR Oxygen Administration * AED ...

City of Key West, FL

LIFE GUARD

Key West, FL · On-site

$22.39/hr

Hold current certifications as American Red Cross Lifeguard or equivalent. * Hold a current certification in CPR and First Aid. Same Posting Description for Internal and External Candidates In Key ...

City of Cleveland Heights

Life Guard

Cleveland, OH

$14 - $18/hr

Typical Qualifications EDUCATION Current Certification in American Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR/AED and First Aid. EXPERIENCE Must be at least 15 years of age Ability to swim 300 yards non-stop using ...

Life Time

Aquatics Life Guard

Miami, FL · On-site

$13.75 - $17.50/hr

StarGuardElite Lifeguard, BLS CPR, and First Aid Certified (or bridge toStarGuardwhen current ... Ability to communicate and exchange information with guests who have inquiries about Life Time ...

Life Time, Inc.

Aquatics Life Guard

Miami, FL · On-site

$13.75 - $17.50/hr

StarGuard Elite Lifeguard, BLS CPR, and First Aid Certified (or bridge to StarGuard when current ... Ability to communicate and exchange information with guests who have inquiries about Life Time ...

Keene Family YMCA

Life Guard II

Keene, NH · On-site

$14 - $18/hr

Certifications: CPR for Professional Rescuer, AED, Basic First Aid and Emergency Oxygen. * 5+ years of Lifeguarding?is preferred. Salary Description hourly

Mercer University

Lifeguard

Macon, GA · On-site

$10 - $13/hr

Must be a certified life guard by the Red Cross. Must also have current CPRO and First Aid training. Pay Rate: $10.00/hour to $13.00/hour, Depends on experience; Eligible for a raise each year ...

Mercer University

Lifeguard

Macon, GA

$10 - $13/hr

Must be a certified life guard by the Red Cross. Must also have current CPRO and First Aid training. Pay Rate: $10.00/hour to $13.00/hour, Depends on experience; Eligible for a raise each year ...

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As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for certified life guard in the United States is $21.45, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $23.32 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Certified Life Guard vs Certified Pool Operator?

AspectCertified Life GuardCertified Pool Operator
Required CertificationsCPR, First Aid, Lifeguard CertificationPool Safety, Water Chemistry, Pool Equipment Certification
Work EnvironmentPublic pools, beaches, water parksPublic and private pools, recreational facilities
Employer & IndustryRecreation, hospitality, public safetyFacility management, recreation centers

While both roles involve water safety, a Certified Life Guard primarily focuses on supervising swimmers and preventing drowning incidents, whereas a Certified Pool Operator manages pool maintenance, water quality, and safety systems. Both certifications are essential for ensuring safe aquatic environments but serve different operational functions within the water safety industry.

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Life Guard

Pinehurst, NC

FirstHealth of the Carolinas, Inc.
Health Care and Social Assistance • 1 - 5K employees
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$11.50 - $14.75/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

FirstHealth of the Carolinas rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 50 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Overview

Performs all duties necessary to maintain a safe and clean aquatic environment. 

Performs water rescues and administers First Aid and CPR as needed. 

Performs cleaning and maintenance task

Responsibilities

Uses an appropriate problem-solving approach to plan performance of service

  • Performs the primary functions of an American Red Cross Lifeguard, maintaining a safe and clean environment and responding to all emergencies, properly and effectively.
  • Secures a substitute for shifts that need to be covered as well as sign appropriate forms.
  • Adhere to all Aquatics policies and procedures.
  • Participates in staff training and meetings according to policy.

    • Provides services with consideration of physical, psycho-social, cultural/spiritual, and age specific needs to those served.

  • Acknowledge and demonstrates respect for individualized needs of all customers. 
  • Adjusts and responds to requests for special considerations.
  • Aids customers in entering and exiting facilities as needed.

    • Uses equipment/supplies correctly.

  • Demonstrates the proper use of all facility rescue equipment, cleaning equipment and Aquatic Center supplies.
  • Completes all assigned cleaning and maintenance assignments.
  • Maintains clean facilities at all times.
  • Records accurate chemical reading, usage, and uses appropriate paperwork for all shift changes, incidents, and requests.

    • Uses appropriate safety and infection control measures.

  • Demonstrates the proper and appropriate use of barrier devices, rescue equipment, and protective gear.
  • Responds to symptoms of choking, drowning, tiredness, etc.
  • Keeps working conditions safe and clean for all other staff members.
  • Follow proper chemicals usage procedures.

    • Teaches/directs/advises/informs others in an appropriate manner

  • Communicates properly and effectively to patrons and other staff.
  • Teaches proper swimming rules, technique, and policies.
  • Enforces all policies and procedures, Aquatic and Center wide.
  • Attempt to answer or find answers to all questions from customers and staff.

    • Reports/records information correctly

  • Demonstrates and communicates abnormal facility conditions, incidents and accidents properly.
  • Completes daily log information and Chemical records.
  • Record updates/ changes in the communication book as needed.
  • Reads and initials all entries in communication book during each worked shift.
    • Qualifications

    Must have the American Red Cross Lifeguard Training certificate. 

    Must be certified in Basic Life Support for the Professional Rescuer and Community First Aid or equivalents. 

    Should have a minimum of one year experience in aquatics

    Employment Type: PART_TIME

    What FirstHealth of the Carolinas employees say

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    Hours and flexibility

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    About FirstHealth

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    FirstHealth of the Carolinas is a private, Not for Profit Health care Network Headquartered in Pinehurst, NC. Its 6,100 Employees serve 15 counties in the mid Carolinas. Licensed for four hospitals with 610 beds, FirstHealth demonstrates a commitment to treating the whole patient and providing Quality Health care for the entire Community especially those in need. FirstHealth’s organizational culture is guided by its Core Purpose and Core Values and is committed to Patient Safety, Quality and Performance Excellence.

    Industry

    Health care and social assistance

    Company size

    1,001 - 5,000 Employees

    Headquarters location

    Pinehurst, NC, US

    Year founded

    1995

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