Biking for dollars

Get paid to ride a bicycle? Two weeks ago, Alice Zyetz (my writing partner) and I boondocked in her Lazy Daze at Casino Arizona in Scottsdale, AZ for two nights while we attended a publishing workshop.

The daytime security men at the casino were outfitted in dark pants, a yellow t-shirt with "security" emblazoned on the back and bike helmets. Yes, these security personnel were riding bicycles around the parking lots, checking for anything unusual. I checked at their website and only found one security type position being currently advertised: Emergency Medical Technician/Security Officer. This may or may not be the same position, though it would make sense. While waiting for an emergency, the security officers probably patrol. Bicycles allow them to stay cooler (some were wearing Camelbak®-type hydration packs) plus check the lots more frequently.

At the Phoenix airport I also saw personnel on bicycles riding in the terminals. They are members of the Phoenix City Police, Airport Bureau.

I would need a big padded seat to ride my bicycle for hours, but for a Workamper looking to work for a season who likes being outdoors and active, and could meet the other qualifications, bicycle security could be a fun option. Jaimie

For information on some unusual jobs for working RVers, see Jaimie's 2nd edition of Support Your RV Lifestyle! An Insider's Guide to Working on the Road, available at RVBookstore.com.