With summer in full swing, temperatures are rising as we speak! Though we all suffer the effects of extreme heat, it’s safe to say some of us have it worse than others.

If you catch yourself complaining about heat in the office, just be thankful you have air conditioning. Unfortunately, some jobs don’t have such a luxury...

Here are the 10 toughest jobs to work during a heat wave at the Jersey Shore:

  • Dave White
    Dave White
    Dave White
    1

    Water Treatment Operator

    As if sewage isn't tough enough to deal with in the cold weather.

  • Matteo De Stefano
    Matteo De Stefano
    Matteo De Stefano
    2

    Mail Carrier

    These folks brave it through all kinds of weather… Heat waves are certainly no exception.

  • Ingram Publishing
    Ingram Publishing
    Ingram Publishing
    3

    Road Worker

    Let's not forget blacktop roads actually attract the heat...

  • jdwfoto
    jdwfoto
    jdwfoto
    4

    Boardwalk Chef

    Imagine spending the hottest day of the year slaving over a stove.

  • Mihajlo Maricic
    Mihajlo Maricic
    Mihajlo Maricic
    5

    Farmer

    While we enjoy our fruit on the beach, there is a dedicated farmer out there making it possible!

  • nito100
    nito100
    nito100
    6

    Camp Counselor

    Keeping track of kids can be a challenge at any time, but try doing it in 90 degree weather.

  • Ju-Lee
    Ju-Lee
    Ju-Lee
    7

    Roof Worker

    These guys are closer to the sun than any of us.

  • tifonimages
    tifonimages
    tifonimages
    8

    Boardwalk Custodian

    Sadly, our boardwalk restrooms are not air conditioned.

  • MackoFlower
    MackoFlower
    MackoFlower
    9

    Zookeeper

    You can find our friends at the Cape May Zoo working physically demanding jobs outdoors every day in the summer.

  • ThinkStock
    ThinkStock
    ThinkStock
    10

    Firefighter

    Of course, we can't forget the local heroes that face excessive heat every single day in order to protect us from danger.

More From Lite 96.9 WFPG