Lifeguard / Pool Operator at Anchor Aquatics – Edgewater, Maryland
Spend your summer keeping swimmers safe and pools sparkling with Anchor Aquatics, a well-established pool management company with over 55 years of experience serving the Annapolis and Anne Arundel County area of Maryland. This is your chance to combine a meaningful job, great earnings, and unforgettable American adventures just a short drive from Washington DC.
As a Lifeguard / Pool Operator, you will actively supervise swimmers, enforce safety rules, respond to emergencies, and maintain the pool facility to the highest standards — including water quality testing, chemical balancing, equipment inspection, and keeping the area clean and safe. You'll be part of a friendly, team-oriented environment that genuinely values its international staff.
Your first week is dedicated to training, and upon arrival you'll complete a 14-hour Pool Operator course at no extra cost. Lifeguard certification must be obtained before you travel (in Bulgaria).
- 💰 $17/hour, ~45 hrs/week average (up to 60 hrs during peak weeks)
- 🏆 $200 end-of-season bonus for participants who stay through September 8, 2026
- 🏠 Employer-arranged housing (apartments/house) with WiFi, kitchen & laundry — $200/week + $25 utilities
- 🏊 Work outdoors at swimming pools across the Annapolis area
- 🗺️ Organised Washington DC day trip — sightseeing, museums, monuments & more
- 🎉 J1 Day Celebration — company-sponsored party with management team
- 🎵 Local festivals, live music, waterfront activities & more in your free time
- 📋 Lifeguard certification required before arrival (Red Cross / Ellis & Associates)
- 🚶 Housing within 15–30 minutes' walk or a short bike ride from work
This role is perfect for active, responsible students who love the water, want to build real professional experience in the USA, and make the most of every day off exploring the region. Apply now and make this the summer of a lifetime!
