Lifeguard

West Edmonton Mall; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking Lifeguards to ensure safety and exceptional experiences at their aquatic facility. Duties include supervising a large wave pool and responding to emergencies. Ideal candidates will have relevant certifications and prior guest service experience, with a passion for aquatics and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Must have current Intermediate First Aid and National Lifeguard – Pool.
• Must be safety minded and people-oriented.
• Previous guest service experience required.

Responsibilities

• Supervising all aquatic areas of the World Waterpark.
• Responding to first aid situations and distressed swimmers.
• Providing exceptional guest service.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Public Relations

Leadership

Education

National Lifeguard – Pool

Intermediate First Aid

Job description

Lifeguards are responsible for providing guests with an exceptional experience while ensuring safe and proper usage of the facilities, injury prevention and emergency situation management through pro-active use of incident prevention and public relations skills, active pool supervision, effective teamwork and superior communication.

Primary Responsibilities :

• Supervising all aquatic areas of the World Waterpark, including a 2000-person capacity wave pool.
• Assisting guests in the safe and proper use of World Waterpark attractions.
• Responding to minor and major first aid situations and following health, safety and emergency procedures.
• Responding to distressed or drowning swimmers.
• Providing exceptional guest service, assisting guests with questions or concerns regarding the facility and waterslides and having a sound knowledge of West Edmonton Mall.
• Assisting with cleaning the pool, pool areas, slides and staff areas as required.
• Acting as a role model for other staff.
• Other responsibilities as required.

Desired Qualifications :

• Must have current Intermediate First Aid and National Lifeguard – Pool
• Possess the desire to obtain Lifeguard Fitness Skills, Oxygen Therapy, and advanced aquatic certifications.
• Must be safety minded and have an interest in aquatics.
• Must be people oriented and have excellent communication skills that include speaking, writing, reading and understanding of the English language.
• Outgoing and personable, with a commitment to excellence in public relations.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced dynamic team environment.
• Must have previous guest service experience and excellent written and interpersonal skills.

Terms of Employment :

• Upon a successful in-person interview, candidates will be invited to participate in a mandatory water skill test held on July 2 & 3, 2025, from 6 : 00 PM – 10 : 00 PM .
• Successful applicants must be willing to cover the cost to obtain their National Lifeguard - Waterpark certification that is hosted by the World Waterpark on July 5 & 6, 2025, from 8 : 00 AM – 4 : 00 PM (unless already obtained).
• This is a part-time position that requires flexible availability Monday through Sunday including days, evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to pass a basic security clearance.
• Ability to work in a hot and humid environment, in close proximity to water and chlorine and stand for long periods of time.