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Diventures

Pool & Waterfront Lifeguards

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

$13 - $25/hr

Waterfront Lifeguards for Triathlon events - Waterfront lifeguards are compensated for both mileage and hourly rate with a minimum bill period of 2 hours * Birthday party lifeguards will work at our ...

Town of Concord, MA

Waterfront Lifeguard

Concord, MA · On-site

$15.75 - $20/hr

Waterfront Lifeguard ConcordRecreation is seeking Lifeguards for its Waterfront program at White Pond. Lifeguards workunder the direct supervision of the Aquatics Manager to safeguard all patronsfrom ...

VHB

Waterfront Growth Leader

New York, NY · On-site

$160K - $210K/yr

Overview ABOUT THE POSITION VHB is seeking a Waterfront Growth Leader to help drive the expansion of our Coastal Engineering & Resiliency (CE&R) services team in our Northeast Region. This individual ...

VHB

Waterfront Growth Leader

Hauppauge, NY · On-site

$160K - $210K/yr

Overview ABOUT THE POSITION VHB is seeking a Waterfront Growth Leader to help drive the expansion of our Coastal Engineering & Resiliency (CE&R) services team in our Northeast Region. This individual ...

VHB

Waterfront Growth Leader

Hauppauge, NY · On-site

$160K - $210K/yr

Overview ABOUT THE POSITION VHB is seeking a Waterfront Growth Leader to help drive the expansion of our Coastal Engineering & Resiliency (CE&R) services team in our Northeast Region. This individual ...

VHB

Structural Engineer - Waterfront - Marine

Portland, ME · Hybrid

$115K - $150K/yr

We're actively looking for Senior Level Waterfront Engineers to join our growing team. This fully supported role does have some flexibility on location within the VHB footprint. This position will ...

VHB

Structural Engineer - Waterfront - Marine

Boston, MA · On-site

$115K - $150K/yr

Structural Engineer - Waterfront - Marine Job Locations US-RI-Providence | US-MA-Boston | US-ME-Portland | US-VA-Williamsburg | US-ME-Portland | US-MA-Watertown ID 2026-6092 Category Engineering Type ...

VHB

Structural Engineer - Waterfront - Marine

Boston, MA · Hybrid

$115K - $150K/yr

We're actively looking for Senior Level Waterfront Engineers to join our growing team. This fully supported role does have some flexibility on location within the VHB footprint. This position will ...

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As of Jul 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for waterfront in the United States is $61,764.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37,000.00 and $91,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Waterfront staff are responsible for monitoring swimmers, enforcing safety regulations, providing first aid when necessary, and maintaining the cleanliness and organization of waterfront areas. They often lead or assist with water-based activities such as boating, swimming lessons, or group recreation, depending on the facility. Collaboration with other staff and clear communication with participants are also key components of the job. These responsibilities ensure a safe, well-managed environment that allows guests to enjoy the waterfront while minimizing risks.

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To excel in a Waterfront role, you need practical knowledge of water safety, emergency procedures, and recreational program supervision, often supported by lifeguard certification (such as Red Cross or YMCA). Familiarity with safety equipment, rescue techniques, and incident reporting systems is commonly required. Strong communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills are essential for managing group activities and responding to emergencies effectively. These abilities ensure the safety and enjoyment of all participants while maintaining a secure waterfront environment.

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A waterfront job involves working in roles related to the maintenance, safety, and operations of ports, marinas, docks, or other water-based facilities. Responsibilities can vary from managing boat traffic and maintaining docks to ensuring water safety and enforcing regulations. These jobs are commonly found in government agencies, private marinas, and tourism industries.

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Pool & Waterfront Lifeguards

Pool & Waterfront Lifeguards

Diventures

Alpharetta, GA • On-site

$13 - $25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 24 days ago

Diventures rating

5.5

Company rating: 5.5 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

141st of 202 rated education and training

Job description

This position is event based - Lifeguarding for events makes a GREAT side hustle for those who want to earn a little extra cash but don't want to commit to regular weekly style hours! We are hiring lifeguards who can take on the following events.

  • Waterfront Lifeguards for Triathlon events - Waterfront lifeguards are compensated for both mileage and hourly rate with a minimum bill period of 2 hours
  • Birthday party lifeguards will work at our indoor heated pool when there is a birthday party scheduled.
  • Lifeguarding classes - we are required to have a lifeguard on duty when conducting a lifeguarding class, and we have several classes on our calendar we are looking to staff!

The majority of these hours are on weekends, with the occasional week nights available! Choose your own schedule - only book the events that work for YOU! If you're not a certified lifeguard yet and you're interested in becoming one, talk to us!

Requirements to apply:

  • For Pool Lifeguards:
    • 16 years or older
    • Valid lifeguarding certification (Red Cross preferred but will consider other nationally recognized certifications on a case-by-case basis)
    • Ability to demonstrate the lifeguarding prerequisites during interview process
  • For Waterfront Lifeguards:
    • Within 6 months of 17th birthday or older
    • Valid lifeguarding certification with waterfront module (Red Cross preferred but will consider other nationally recognized certifications on a case-by-case basis - if you have base lifeguarding but not waterfront, let us know, we can arrange a certification class)
    • Ability to demonstrate the waterfront lifeguarding pre-requisites during the interview process

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