Full-Time

Lifeguard

Updated on 9/4/2026

Premier Aquatics

Premier Aquatics

51-200 employees

Lifeguard staffing and aquatic facility management

Compensation Overview

$17 - $20/hr

Laguna Woods, CA, USA

In Person

Category
Food Service & Hospitality
Required Skills
First Aid

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Requirements
  • Must be at least 15.5 years of age and able to obtain a work permit if under the age of 18.
  • Be able to work a minimum of 3 days a week and have weekend and holiday availability.
  • Maintain reliability and commitment to scheduled shifts.
  • Have reliable transportation.
  • Be able to obtain and maintain StarGuard Elite Lifeguard Certification.
  • Demonstrate swimming proficiency and the ability to submerge to water depths exceeding 14 feet.
  • Be able to work independently and maintain focus at a high level for extended periods of time.
  • Communicate effectively with patrons, co-workers, and management.
  • Be able to lift 50 pounds and stand for 8 hours a day.
  • Be able to work in an outdoor environment exposed to natural elements.
  • Be physically able to operate all equipment necessary to perform the job and move or lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Be physically able to rescue someone drowning or injured in the water.
Responsibilities
  • Supervise swimming activities at the aquatics facility and ensure that policies, guidelines, and safety procedures are followed.
  • Advise swimmers of improper activities or dangers and enforce pool regulations and water safety policies.
  • Respond to emergencies and administer first aid when necessary.
  • Evaluate conditions for safety and activate the emergency action plan if necessary.
  • Complete daily opening and closing procedure checklists.
  • Inspect pool facilities, equipment, and water to ensure that they are safe and usable.
  • Assist with pool chemical tests and record the results accordingly.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
  • Prior lifeguard experience.
  • StarGuard Elite Lifeguard Certification.

Premier Aquatics provides professional lifeguard staffing and full aquatic facility management for cities, HOAs, military installations, hotels, and private facilities in California, Arizona, and Utah. Its services cover lifeguard staffing, complete facility operations, customized safety programs, equipment maintenance, and member management, with every team member certified in Lifeguard, CPR/AED, and First Aid. The company stands out through its large West Coast footprint, long-term contracts (including the U.S. Marine Corps and Lincoln Military Housing), and its connection to The Safer Swimmer network, enabling a wide range of aquatic solutions under one brand. Its goal is to keep facilities safe, well-maintained, and compliant while providing clients with reliable, scalable support.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Aliso Viejo, California

Founded

2011

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The company is actively hiring lifeguards, supervisors, and pool managers in 2026.
  • Expanded roles across Virginia, Maryland, and Washington DC indicate continued customer demand.
  • Pool Operator courses and advancement paths support internal promotion and recurring labor supply.

What critics are saying

  • Premier Aquatics depends on seasonal lifeguard labor, risking understaffing every spring and summer.
  • The Alexandria employer pages expose low compensation and housing deductions, pressuring retention.
  • Premier Enterprises Inc. signs and Virginia contact details suggest legal entity complexity and compliance risk.

What makes Premier Aquatics unique

  • Premier Aquatics still wins on turnkey lifeguard staffing and pool management across DMV markets.
  • Free Red Cross lifeguard training lowers hiring friction and speeds seasonal workforce deployment.
  • Area Supervisor roles show a multi-pool operating model, not a single-site staffing shop.

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Benefits

Flexible Work Hours