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Lifeguard Training Jobs in Georgia (NOW HIRING)

$15.75/hr

All training is provided, no previous experience is needed. Must be 15 years of age or older to ... lifeguard training class provided by H2OBX • Attend 4 hours of monthly on-going training to ...

Lifeguard

Lagrange, GA · On-site

$14/hr

A great place to start or advance your career with cross-training, scholarship fund, and talent ... Prior lifeguard training and/or experience Physical Requirements * Swim 50 yards in 4 ft. of water ...

Lifeguard

Lagrange, GA · On-site

$14/hr

A great place to start or advance your career with cross-training, scholarship fund, and talent ... Prior lifeguard training and/or experience Physical Requirements * Swim 50 yards in 4 ft. of water ...

Lifeguard

Lagrange, GA · On-site

$14/hr

A great place to start or advance your career with cross-training, scholarship fund, and talent ... Prior lifeguard training and/or experience Physical Requirements * Swim 50 yards in 4 ft. of water ...

$17.50/hr

All training is provided, no previous experience is required. Must be 16 years of age or older to apply. (15 years old - see Shallow Water Lifeguard position) DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Oversee ...

Lifeguard

Savannah, GA · On-site

$13.25 - $17/hr

Participates in in-service training. * Maintains daily logs. * Performs other related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications * No previous lifeguard experience is necessary. * Must be a minimum ...

Lifeguard

Rossville, GA · On-site

$11.75 - $15/hr

Lifeguard Job Summary: Lifeguards are responsible for providing personal and exceptional guest ... Must attend in-service training during summer months. * Must be available for scheduled work on ...

Lifeguard

Rossville, GA · On-site

$11.75 - $15/hr

Lifeguard Job Summary: Lifeguards are responsible for providing personal and exceptional guest ... Must attend in-service training during summer months. * Must be available for scheduled work on ...

Lifeguard

Rossville, GA · On-site

$10 - $13/hr

Lifeguard Job Summary: Lifeguards are responsible for providing personal and exceptional guest ... Must attend in-service training during summer months. * Must be available for scheduled work on ...

Lifeguard

Rossville, GA · On-site

$10 - $13/hr

Lifeguards are responsible for providing personal and exceptional guest service, ensuring guest ... Must attend in-service training during summer months.Must be available for scheduled work on ...

Lifeguard - Atlanta

Sandy Springs, GA · On-site

$15 - $18/hr

We provide substantial on-the-job training and our lifeguard alumni have gone on to become nurses, EMT's, members of the military, Physician Assistants, and even Staffing Directors. Pool Locations:

Lifeguard

Savannah, GA · On-site

$13.25 - $17/hr

Attends in-service training and participates in staff meetings. * Conducts patron swimming tests to ... Lifeguard Minimum Qualifications: * Lifeguard certification required. * 1 years' experience as a ...

Lifeguard II

Stone Mountain, GA · On-site

$13 - $16.50/hr

The Lifeguard II primary role is to assist the Aquatic Director in supervising the pool area. The ... Assists with implementation of in-service training sessions. * Attend monthly in-service trainings.

Lifeguard II

Brookhaven, GA

$14 - $18/hr

The Lifeguard II primary role is to assist the Aquatic Director in supervising the pool area. The ... Assists with implementation of in-service training sessions. * Attend monthly in-service trainings.

Lifeguard II

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$13.75 - $17.50/hr

The Lifeguard II primary role is to assist the Aquatic Director in supervising the pool area. The ... Assists with implementation of in-service training sessions. * Attend monthly in-service trainings.

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Lifeguard Training information

What is the difference between Lifeguard Training vs Swim Instructor?

AspectLifeguard TrainingSwim Instructor
Required CertificationsCPR, First Aid, Lifeguard CertificationCPR, First Aid, Swim Instructor Certification
Work EnvironmentPools, beaches, water parksPools, swim schools, community centers
Employer & Industry UsageRecreational facilities, aquatic centersSwim schools, community programs

Both Lifeguard Training and Swim Instructor roles involve water safety and require CPR and First Aid certifications. Lifeguard Training focuses on preventing and responding to emergencies, while Swim Instructors primarily teach swimming skills. Many facilities require both certifications for staff, but the main difference lies in their primary responsibilities: safety supervision versus teaching swimming techniques.

Where do lifeguard training get paid the most?

Lifeguard training itself does not determine pay; however, lifeguards tend to earn higher wages in regions with higher living costs and in private or luxury facilities such as resorts, country clubs, or water parks. Additionally, experienced lifeguards with advanced certifications like CPR and first aid may command higher pay in these environments.
Infographic showing various Lifeguard Training job openings in Georgia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 6% Contract, and 3% Nights. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution.

Lifeguard - Fins Up Waterpark (Part Time)

Margaritaville Lanier Islands

Buford, GA

$13 - $16.75/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 19 days ago


Job description

SUMMARY Responsible for the general supervision and safety of guests in the beach and waterpark by preventing and responding to emergencies. Lifeguards should be good swimmers who are able to pass lifeguard certification with the National Aquatic Safety Company. Lifeguards also oversee the cleanliness of the beach and pool areas, conduct, and prevent water rescues, and assist in controlling unruly guest situations. Lifeguards should have great written and verbal skills and be safety conscious.

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Understand and maintain basic first aid, rescue techniques, and CPR
  • Maintain constant surveillance of guests in the pools and water attractions
  • Provide emergency care and treatment as certification requires until Emergency Medical Services arrives
  • Always maintain a professional appearance and attitude
  • Enforce all rules with the public
  • Rotates appropriately and efficiently
  • Perform all opening and closing procedures
  • Store rescue equipment properly at the end of each day
  • Attend mandatory in-service training throughout the summer season
  • Prepare and maintain written reports and logs about job related activities
  • Clean and maintain the beach and pool areas
  • Provide excellent customer service
  • Must act calm under pressure and when emergency situations occur
  • Perform any additional related tasks as required

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no supervisory responsibilities but has the potential for growth.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Ability to pass the National Aquatic Safety Company lifeguard training course
  • Able to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong attention to detail, not easily distracted, and a commitment to safety
  • Requires a positive, friendly, and customer service driven attitude
  • Must be 16 years or older
  • Must be able to swim 200 yards and retrieve a 10-pound brick from an 8-foot-deep pool bottom and swim 15 feet with the brick above your head.
  • Available to work weekends and holidays

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Must be at least 16 years of age and able to pass the National Aquatic Safety Company lifeguard training course class that we offer.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence and complete reports detailing rescues and guest interactions. Ability to effectively present information and give directions with customers and employees.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in both written and verbal form. Ability to deal with problems involving many variables.

CERTIFICATES

National Aquatic Safety Company Lifeguard Certification Required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those an associate must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Lifeguards are frequently required to stand, walk, run, climb, balance, sit, talk, hear, and reach, handle, or feel. The associate is occasionally required to lift and or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision requirements are 20/25 vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, associates are exposed to outside weather conditions including sun, rain, water, high humidity, and excessive heat. The noise level in the work environment is moderate.