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Lifeguard Training Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Lifeguard

Farmington, MI

$14 - $18/hr

Now Hiring Lifeguards at the Farmington Family YMCA YMCA Employee Benefits * FREE Family Membership ... Education/Experience/Training/Certifications * At a minimum, some high school level education (over ...

Lifeguard

Royal Oak, MI

$13.25 - $17/hr

Now Hiring Lifeguards at the South Oakland Family YMCA YMCA Employee Benefits * FREE Family ... Education/Experience/Training/Certifications * At a minimum, some high school level education (over ...

Lifeguard

Southgate, MI · On-site

$13.25 - $17/hr

Now Hiring Lifeguards at the Downriver Family YMCA YMCA Employee Benefits * FREE Family Membership ... Education/Experience/Training/Certifications * At a minimum, some high school level education (over ...

Lifeguard

Milford, MI · On-site

$12.50 - $16/hr

Now Hiring Lifeguards at the Carl's Family YMCA YMCA Employee Benefits * FREE Family Membership ... Education/Experience/Training/Certifications * At a minimum, some high school level education (over ...

Lifeguard

Southgate, MI · On-site

$13.25 - $17/hr

Now Hiring Lifeguards at the Downriver Family YMCA YMCA Employee Benefits * FREE Family Membership ... Education/Experience/Training/Certifications * At a minimum, some high school level education (over ...

Lifeguard

Milford, MI

$12.50 - $16/hr

Now Hiring Lifeguards at the Carl's Family YMCA YMCA Employee Benefits * FREE Family Membership ... Education/Experience/Training/Certifications * At a minimum, some high school level education (over ...

Lifeguard

Farmington, MI · On-site

$14 - $18/hr

Now Hiring Lifeguards at the Farmington Family YMCA YMCA Employee Benefits * FREE Family Membership ... Education/Experience/Training/Certifications * At a minimum, some high school level education (over ...

Lifeguard

Royal Oak, MI · On-site

$13.25 - $17/hr

Now Hiring Lifeguards at the South Oakland Family YMCA YMCA Employee Benefits * FREE Family ... Education/Experience/Training/Certifications * At a minimum, some high school level education (over ...

Lifeguard

Mount Clemens, MI

$13.25 - $17/hr

Now Hiring Lifeguards at the Macomb Family YMCA YMCA Employee Benefits * FREE Family Membership ... Education/Experience/Training/Certifications * At a minimum, some high school level education (over ...

Lifeguard

Mount Clemens, MI

$13.25 - $17/hr

Now Hiring Lifeguards at the Macomb Family YMCA YMCA Employee Benefits * FREE Family Membership ... Education/Experience/Training/Certifications * At a minimum, some high school level education (over ...

Lifeguard

Cedar, MI · On-site

$18.25/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

Lake Ann, MI · On-site

$18.25/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

Traverse City, MI · On-site

$18.25/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

Traverse City, MI · On-site

$18.25/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

Maple City, MI · On-site

$18.25/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

Traverse City, MI · On-site

$18.25/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

Suttons Bay, MI · On-site

$18.25/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

Traverse City, MI · On-site

$18.25/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

Traverse City, MI · On-site

$18.25/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

Glen Arbor, MI · On-site

$18.25/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 ...

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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.

Infographic showing various Lifeguard Training job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution.

$14 - $18/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 27 days ago


Job description

LIKE BEING IN THE WATER?
MAKE A SPLASH WITH A JOB AT THE Y!

Now Hiring Lifeguards at the Farmington Family YMCA

YMCA Employee Benefits

  • FREE Family Membership & Discounted Access to Programs
  • Flexible Scheduling
  • Family-friendly Work Environment
  • Employee Assistance Program & Retirement Plan

General Function

The lifeguard is responsible for maintaining safe swimming conditions under Y policies and safety rules, while creating a safe and positive atmosphere for the promotion of YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit member safety and engagement.

Education/Experience/Training/Certifications

  • At a minimum, some high school level education (over 16+ years of age)
  • 1 year of experience is preferred, but not required
  • Current American Red Cross Lifeguard license is preferred, but not required (we offer certification)
  • CPR for the Professional Rescuer, Basic First Aid, AED, and Emergency Oxygen

Position Benefits

Free American Red Cross Lifeguard Training!

Job Duties & Responsibilities

  • Maintains active surveillance of the pool area, utilizing the “effective 10/20 scanning strategy”, while ensuring fellow staff follow proper guidelines and correct when needed
  • Responds to emergencies and relays reports in accordance with YMCA and The American Red Cross policies and guidelines
  • Performs and documents proper equipment and chemical checks using appropriate protocol
  • Attends all staff meetings, required training and certification courses, and attends monthly in-service training.
  • Performs other assigned duties as directed by the supervisor

Abilities & Skills

  • Ability to hear and observe distress signals in the water and anywhere in the zone of responsibility
  • Skills to meet strength and lifting requirements


For more opportunities to join our team, please visit the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit's career page (ymcadetroit.org/careers).