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Town & Country Resort

Lifeguard

San Diego, CA · On-site

$19/hr

Town and Country Resort is looking for a friendly, energetic Lifeguard to keep our pool area sparkling, safe, and fun! If you love being outdoors, interacting with guests, and ensuring a relaxing ...

Town and Country Resort

Lifeguard

San Diego, CA · On-site

$19/hr

Town and Country Resort is looking for a friendly, energetic Lifeguard to keep our pool area sparkling, safe, and fun! If you love being outdoors, interacting with guests, and ensuring a relaxing ...

Royal Lahaina Resort

Lifeguard

Treasure Island, FL · On-site

$13.25 - $17/hr

Lifeguard Position at TradeWinds Resort Follow your passion all the way to paradise at TradeWinds Resort, a consistently rated Tampa Bay Times Top Workplace! TradeWinds features two destination ...

Pocono Valley Resort

Lifeguard

Reeders, PA · On-site

$13.50 - $17.50/hr

Lifeguard Position Pocono Valley Resort is a private, group rental resort located in the beautiful Pocono Mountain of Pennsylvania. We specialize in hosting large group events including school field ...

Omni Hotels & Resorts

Lifeguard

Hot Springs, VA · On-site

$13.25 - $17/hr

The Omni Homestead Resort & Spa The Omni Homestead Resort & Spa has been delighting vacationers ... Lifeguards will maintain a diligent watch over families and children, enforcing rules with the ...

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How much do resort lifeguard jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for resort lifeguard in the United States is $24.74, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.62 and $22.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Where do resort lifeguards make the most money?

Resort lifeguards tend to earn higher wages in regions with a high cost of living and strong tourism industries, such as popular vacation destinations or affluent areas. Factors like experience, certifications (e.g., CPR, first aid), and the size of the resort can also influence pay rates. Generally, resorts in upscale or high-demand locations offer higher compensation for lifeguards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a resort lifeguard?

To thrive as a Resort Lifeguard, you need strong swimming ability, knowledge of water safety, and basic first aid and CPR training, often supported by lifeguard certification. Familiarity with rescue equipment, pool management systems, and emergency response procedures is typically required. Customer service skills, attentiveness, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are vital soft skills for this role. These competencies are crucial to effectively ensure guest safety, respond quickly to emergencies, and create a welcoming resort environment.

What is a resort lifeguard?

A Resort Lifeguard is responsible for ensuring the safety of guests at a resort's pools, beaches, or water attractions. Their duties include monitoring water areas, enforcing safety rules, performing rescues, and providing first aid or CPR when needed. Resort Lifeguards also assist with guest inquiries, maintain cleanliness around the water areas, and participate in emergency response drills. The role requires strong swimming skills, attention to detail, and certification in lifeguarding, CPR, and first aid.

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Infographic showing various Resort Lifeguard job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, and 50% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $51,458 per year, or $24.7 per hour.

Resort Seasonal Lifeguard

Brittain Resorts & Hotels

North Myrtle Beach, SC • On-site

$12 - $15.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Resort Lifeguard

The Resort Lifeguard is responsible for maintaining the safety and appearance of the pool decks and the water attractions. You will be the first responder to all first-aid needs as they arise, and must be able to remain calm and communicate clearly with management, staff and guests.

Responsibilities

Resort Lifeguard responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Issue first-aid as needed and remain calm and collected in the event of an emergency
  • Maintains safety compliance and guidelines with staff and guests
  • Monitoring of pool towel stock and communicating to the Pool Attendants to ensure these items are collected and received by the laundry department as needed
  • Proper etiquette and communication skills are a must
  • Greets all guests with a positive attitude
  • Enforces all poolside rules and prevents unsafe behavior
  • Cleans the pool deck and other designated areas
  • Sprays the deck off daily with a pressure washer or hose
  • Removes used towels and places them in the dirty bins
  • Replenishes clean towels and removes the dirty bins
  • Empties trash bins on the pool decks
  • Communicates with housekeeping to keep a replenishment of clean pool towels
  • Provides excellent guest service on the pool decks by assisting guests with their needs and questions
  • Ensures that all guests have a property issued bracelet
  • Explains all safety guidelines to guests entering the water slide
  • Removes towels from lounge chairs after periods of being unattended
  • Cleans up at the end of the day by returning all chairs, tables, and lounge chairs to their proper places
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

What are we looking for?

  • Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality business, team members may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the resort, including weekends and holidays
  • Lifeguard Certification is required
  • A reliable team player who enjoys being outdoors
  • Weekend availability
  • Passion for providing exceptional service to guests and team members
  • Proven job reliability, diligence, dedication, and attention to detail
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Must be able to communicate clearly and professionally with guests, coworkers and supervisors

What can you look forward to?

All team members enjoy WEEKLY PAY!

Qualifying team members may enjoy the following benefits:

  • Medical and Dental insurance
  • Supplemental insurance plans (ex. Vision, Life, etc)
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Bereavement Leave
  • Jury Duty Pay
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • David L. Brittain Scholarship Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Resort Accommodations Discount
  • And more!

Why choose Brittain?

WE ARE MORE THAN JUST A WORKPLACE

We love what we do! Joining our team means being a part of a flourishing, culturally diverse, and dynamic group of people focused on creating lasting memories. This is a place where friendships blossom and careers soar. As a company, we continue to grow and we hope you will grow with us.

As leaders in the hospitality and tourism industry, our company is rooted in a strong, caring culture steeped in rich history and respect. Whether you're looking for your first job or your next career opportunity, we offer a wide variety of rewarding roles where your contributions truly matter. You will find your work rewarding as YOU make the difference to each of our guests. Start your journey today and turn a job into a career with Brittain Resorts & Hotels!

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