Lifeguard
Grand Junction, CO · On-site
$15.30/hr
... clinics and private swimming lessons for members as directed by the department manager. • ... Minimum Qualifications for the Lifeguard: • Minimum of two (2) years of lifeguarding experience ...
Lifeguard
Grand Junction, CO · On-site
$15.30/hr
... clinics and private swimming lessons for members as directed by the department manager. • ... Minimum Qualifications for the Lifeguard: • Minimum of two (2) years of lifeguarding experience ...
Lifeguard - Private Golf Club
Pittsford, NY · On-site
$16.50 - $17/hr
Lifeguard (Part-Time) ???? Monroe Golf Club - Rochester, NYJoin one of Rochester's premier private clubs and help create a safe, enjoyable experience for our members and families. Established in 1923 ...
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Lifeguard - Private Golf Club
Pittsford, NY · On-site
$16.50 - $17/hr
Lifeguard (Part-Time) ???? Monroe Golf Club - Rochester, NYJoin one of Rochester's premier private clubs and help create a safe, enjoyable experience for our members and families. Established in 1923 ...
Lifeguard
Paradise Valley, AZ · On-site
$14.50 - $18.50/hr
Job Type Part-time Description Paradise Valley Country Club is a private club hiring for Lifeguards, Swim Instructors, and Coaches! We are looking for dedicated and enthusiastic individuals to join ...
Lifeguard
Paradise Valley, AZ · On-site
$14.50 - $18.50/hr
Job Type Part-time Description Paradise Valley Country Club is a private club hiring for Lifeguards, Swim Instructors, and Coaches! We are looking for dedicated and enthusiastic individuals to join ...
Lifeguard/Swim Instructor
Woodinville, WA · On-site
$17.13 - $22/hr
Lifeguard/Swim Instructor The Lifeguard/Swim Instructor is responsible for providing a safe and ... Teach group lessons as well as private and semi-private lessons to children and potentially adults.
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Lifeguard/Swim Instructor
Woodinville, WA · On-site
$17.13 - $22/hr
Lifeguard/Swim Instructor The Lifeguard/Swim Instructor is responsible for providing a safe and ... Teach group lessons as well as private and semi-private lessons to children and potentially adults.
Lifeguard
Orange Park, FL · On-site
$12.50 - $16/hr
Key Responsibilities of the Lifeguard: * Supervises and observes swimmers at all times to ensure ... Assists in organizing clinics and private swimming lessons for members as directed by department ...
Lifeguard
Orange Park, FL · On-site
$12.50 - $16/hr
Key Responsibilities of the Lifeguard: * Supervises and observes swimmers at all times to ensure ... Assists in organizing clinics and private swimming lessons for members as directed by department ...
LIFEGUARD
Homewood, IL · On-site
$15 - $17/hr
Lifeguard must be willing to pick up shifts for birthday parties, Family Swim, and private swim lessons. ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: - Provide outstanding customer service to our internal and ...
LIFEGUARD
Homewood, IL · On-site
$15 - $17/hr
Lifeguard must be willing to pick up shifts for birthday parties, Family Swim, and private swim lessons. ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: - Provide outstanding customer service to our internal and ...
Lifeguard
Birmingham, AL · On-site
$13.25 - $17/hr
Key Responsibilities of the Lifeguard: * Supervises and observes swimmers at all times to ensure ... Assists in organizing clinics and private swimming lessons for members as directed by department ...
Lifeguard
Birmingham, AL · On-site
$13.25 - $17/hr
Key Responsibilities of the Lifeguard: * Supervises and observes swimmers at all times to ensure ... Assists in organizing clinics and private swimming lessons for members as directed by department ...
Lifeguard
Fort Worth, TX · On-site
$13.75 - $17.50/hr
... with private swimming lesson instruction (and additional commission) Qualifications (required unless stated otherwise) : · Strong communication skills (both oral and written) · Professional ...
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Lifeguard
Fort Worth, TX · On-site
$13.75 - $17.50/hr
... with private swimming lesson instruction (and additional commission) Qualifications (required unless stated otherwise) : · Strong communication skills (both oral and written) · Professional ...
Lifeguard
Pikesville, MD · On-site
$15.92/hr
Assists in organizing clinics and private swimming lessons for members as directed by department ... Minimum Qualifications for the Lifeguard: * Minimum of two (2) years of lifeguarding experience.
Lifeguard
Pikesville, MD · On-site
$15.92/hr
Assists in organizing clinics and private swimming lessons for members as directed by department ... Minimum Qualifications for the Lifeguard: * Minimum of two (2) years of lifeguarding experience.
Lifeguard
Columbia, MO · On-site
$13.50 - $17.25/hr
Key Responsibilities of the Lifeguard: * Supervises and observes swimmers at all times to ensure ... Assists in organizing clinics and private swimming lessons for members as directed by department ...
Lifeguard
Columbia, MO · On-site
$13.50 - $17.25/hr
Key Responsibilities of the Lifeguard: * Supervises and observes swimmers at all times to ensure ... Assists in organizing clinics and private swimming lessons for members as directed by department ...
Lifeguard
Cherry Hills Village, CO · On-site
$18.50 - $22.50/hr
Description Lifeguard (Temporary / Late Summer ) Department: Pool Reports to: Lead Lifeguard Status ... Earn extra income giving private swim lessons (if qualified). * Build connections with teammates ...
Lifeguard
Cherry Hills Village, CO · On-site
$18.50 - $22.50/hr
Description Lifeguard (Temporary / Late Summer ) Department: Pool Reports to: Lead Lifeguard Status ... Earn extra income giving private swim lessons (if qualified). * Build connections with teammates ...
LIFEGUARD
Homewood, IL · On-site
$15 - $17/hr
Lifeguard must be willing to pick up shifts for birthday parties, Family Swim, and private swim lessons. ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: - Provide outstanding customer service to our internal and ...
LIFEGUARD
Homewood, IL · On-site
$15 - $17/hr
Lifeguard must be willing to pick up shifts for birthday parties, Family Swim, and private swim lessons. ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: - Provide outstanding customer service to our internal and ...
Lifeguard
$12/hr
... lifeguard team. Our ideal candidate is a self-starter, ambitious, and engaged ... PSC offers youth and adult Learn-To-Swim small group lessons, private lessons, swim club pre-team ...
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Lifeguard
$12/hr
... lifeguard team. Our ideal candidate is a self-starter, ambitious, and engaged ... PSC offers youth and adult Learn-To-Swim small group lessons, private lessons, swim club pre-team ...
Lifeguard
Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site
$14.25 - $18.25/hr
We are a private, member-focused club dedicated to creating a safe, welcoming, and first-class experience for families. Our lifeguards are essential to making that happen. If you're responsible ...
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Lifeguard
Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site
$14.25 - $18.25/hr
We are a private, member-focused club dedicated to creating a safe, welcoming, and first-class experience for families. Our lifeguards are essential to making that happen. If you're responsible ...
Lead Lifeguard
Boca Raton, FL · On-site
$13.50 - $17.25/hr
Woodfield Country Club in Boca Raton is seeking an experienced Lead Lifeguard to assist the ... Paid Holidays Woodfield Country Club is a private, luxury country club located in Boca Raton.
Lead Lifeguard
Boca Raton, FL · On-site
$13.50 - $17.25/hr
Woodfield Country Club in Boca Raton is seeking an experienced Lead Lifeguard to assist the ... Paid Holidays Woodfield Country Club is a private, luxury country club located in Boca Raton.
Lifeguard
Cherry Hills Village, CO · On-site
$18.50 - $22.50/hr
Lead Lifeguard Status: Temporary Seasonal Non-Exempt Hourly Wage: $18.50 - $22.50 per hour (DOE ... Earn extra income giving private swim lessons (if qualified). * Build connections with teammates ...
Lifeguard
Cherry Hills Village, CO · On-site
$18.50 - $22.50/hr
Lead Lifeguard Status: Temporary Seasonal Non-Exempt Hourly Wage: $18.50 - $22.50 per hour (DOE ... Earn extra income giving private swim lessons (if qualified). * Build connections with teammates ...
Lifeguard
Birmingham, AL · On-site
$13.25 - $17/hr
Key Responsibilities of the Lifeguard: * Supervises and observes swimmers at all times to ensure ... Assists in organizing clinics and private swimming lessons for members as directed by department ...
Lifeguard
Birmingham, AL · On-site
$13.25 - $17/hr
Key Responsibilities of the Lifeguard: * Supervises and observes swimmers at all times to ensure ... Assists in organizing clinics and private swimming lessons for members as directed by department ...
Lifeguard
Greenwich, CT · On-site
$16 - $20.50/hr
Lifeguard Reports to: Pool Director, Clubhouse Manager Supervises: No supervisory duties are ... Assists in organizing private swimming lessons for members as directed by the Pool Director or ...
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Lifeguard
Greenwich, CT · On-site
$16 - $20.50/hr
Lifeguard Reports to: Pool Director, Clubhouse Manager Supervises: No supervisory duties are ... Assists in organizing private swimming lessons for members as directed by the Pool Director or ...
Lifeguard
Augusta, GA · On-site
$13.50 - $17.25/hr
Augusta Country Club is a privately owned club with golf, tennis, fitness, and swim facilities in ... Places rescue tube and ring buoy on the lifeguard chair in the morning; returns these and all ...
Lifeguard
Augusta, GA · On-site
$13.50 - $17.25/hr
Augusta Country Club is a privately owned club with golf, tennis, fitness, and swim facilities in ... Places rescue tube and ring buoy on the lifeguard chair in the morning; returns these and all ...
Lifeguard
Columbia, MO · On-site
$13.50 - $17.25/hr
Key Responsibilities of the Lifeguard: * Supervises and observes swimmers at all times to ensure ... Assists in organizing clinics and private swimming lessons for members as directed by department ...
Lifeguard
Columbia, MO · On-site
$13.50 - $17.25/hr
Key Responsibilities of the Lifeguard: * Supervises and observes swimmers at all times to ensure ... Assists in organizing clinics and private swimming lessons for members as directed by department ...
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How much do private lifeguard jobs pay per hour?
As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for private lifeguard in the United States is $17.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.70 and $17.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What is a private lifeguard?
A Private Lifeguard is responsible for ensuring the safety of individuals at private pools, beaches, or events. They monitor swimmers, enforce safety rules, and perform rescues or first aid if needed. Unlike public lifeguards, they may work for individuals, families, or private organizations. Their duties can also include maintaining pool equipment and providing personalized safety supervision.
What are the typical daily responsibilities of a private lifeguard?
As a Private Lifeguard, your day-to-day responsibilities often include supervising clients during swimming sessions, proactively assessing and managing pool or beachfront safety risks, and responding immediately to any emergencies or incidents. You may also be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and safety standards of aquatic facilities or equipment. Strong communication with clients and, when applicable, with household staff or event coordinators is common to ensure seamless protection. Flexibility is important, as your schedule and environment may change based on client needs or special occasions.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the private lifeguard position, and why are they important?
To thrive as a Private Lifeguard, you need expert swimming ability, strong surveillance skills, and proficiency in rescue techniques, usually supported by a current lifeguard certification such as Red Cross or equivalent. Familiarity with emergency equipment, CPR/AED certification, and knowledge of water safety protocols are essential technical requirements. Excellent communication, discretion, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are standout soft skills for this role. These abilities are vital to ensure the safety and privacy of clients in various private and sometimes non-traditional aquatic settings.
Where do private lifeguards get paid the most?
Private lifeguards tend to earn the highest wages in regions with high-income populations, luxury resorts, or private clubs, where clients are willing to pay premium rates. Factors such as experience, certifications, and the environment also influence pay rates, with some private settings offering higher compensation than public pools or beaches.
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Lifeguard
Grand Junction, CO • On-site
Troon •
Fitness and Sports Centers • 10K+ employees10,000+ employees
$15.30/hr
Part-time
Medical, Retirement
Re-posted 22 days ago
Troon rating
6.2
Based on 123 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
18th of 29 rated golf clubs
Job description
Bookcliff Country Club is excited to announce the exceptional career opportunity of a part-time Lifeguard. Qualified candidates will thrive in a hospitality environment and be highly focused on providing superior service.
Pay Rate: $15.30 - $16.00 per hour
Key Responsibilities of the Lifeguard:
• Supervises and observes swimmers at all times to ensure their safety.
• Administers first aid to minor injuries such as small cuts and bruises.
• Maintains amenities and cleanliness in changing rooms, bathrooms, and showers.
• Assists in organizing clinics and private swimming lessons for members as directed by the department manager.
• Enforces the rules of conduct.
• Performs pool maintenance to include checking chemicals and pool vacuuming.
• Checks first aid supplies and reports needed items to management in a timely manner.
• Organizes and monitors pool games at all times; suggests poolside games.
• Skims bugs and other debris from the surface to prepare the pool for daily use and empties the automatic skimmer.
• Cleans up and organizes the pool area at the end of the day.
• Maintains all necessary records as determined by the department manager.
• Incorporates safe work practices in job performance.
Minimum Qualifications for the Lifeguard:
• Minimum of two (2) years of lifeguarding experience.
• CPR, AED, First Aid, and Lifeguard Certification
Other Qualifications:
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Knowledge of accepted sanitation standards and applicable health codes.
Benefits:
• Employees age 19+ are eligible for the 401(k) plan.
• All employees are eligible to participate in the Employee Assistance Program.
About Troon Golf
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Troon started as one facility in 1990 and has since grown to become the world's largest professional club management company. We offer careers around the world at all levels of golf operations, opportunities for professional development, growth opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package. Our goal is to create extraordinary guest and member experiences through personalized service, consistency, and uncompromising attention to detail. For more information about the Troon Experience, please visit
Industry
Fitness and sports centers, hospitality services and traveler accommodation
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Scottsdale, AZ, US