How Much Does a Cruise Ship Lifeguard Make?

By Michael Ferguson

Cruise ship lifeguards are responsible for ensuring the safety of cruise passengers and crew within the waters around the ship. A lifeguard’s duties include patrolling the pool and beach areas, monitoring guests for safe swimming practices, and responding quickly to any emergency.

Cruise ship lifeguards must be certified in First Aid, CPR, and AED (automated external defibrillator) use. They must also be knowledgeable in all relevant safety procedures and regulations.

Lifeguards on cruise ships earn an average salary of around $1,400-$2,000 per month with additional benefits such as meals, accommodation, travel expenses and tips from passengers. Salaries may vary depending on the size of the cruise line and their particular policies regarding wages. Some cruise lines offer more competitive wages than others.

In addition to their base salary, cruise ship lifeguards may have the opportunity to earn additional income through overtime pay or bonus incentives. Overtime is usually offered when there are extra duties such as assisting with search-and-rescue operations or providing first aid assistance on board. Bonus incentives may also be available for exemplary performance or special skills.

Apart from their salary and bonus incentives, cruise ship lifeguards also enjoy certain other benefits associated with working on a cruise line. These include free meals while onboard, free access to all recreational facilities including pools and gyms, discounts on accommodation in ports of call, access to crew cabins during downtime periods, discounted tickets for shore excursions or entertainment shows.

Conclusion:

Cruise ship lifeguard make an average salary of $1,400 – $2,000 per month plus additional benefits such as meals, accommodation, travel expenses and tips from passengers. They also have opportunities to earn additional income through overtime pay or bonus incentives as well as other benefits associated with working on a cruise line such as free meals onboard and discounts for shore excursions or entertainment shows.