Lifeguard/Instructor - Aquatics

CivicInfo BC; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

CivicInfo BC in Burnaby is seeking a Lifeguard/Instructor for the Edmonds Community Centre Aquatic Services. The role blends lifeguarding with high-quality swim instruction on a regular part-time schedule, focusing on safety, customer service, and program delivery.

Qualifications include Lifeguard certifications and instructor credentials, plus a high school diploma and a Police Check. The position emphasizes safety, program quality, and community engagement within a diverse aquatic environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold current Lifeguard and Swim for Life Instructor certifications; CPR/First Aid as required by authorities.
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional aquatic/fitness certifications preferred.
• Sound knowledge of lifeguarding theory and practice; ability to teach aquatic skills to diverse age groups.

Responsibilities

• Perform lifeguarding duties to ensure swimmer safety and a clean, safe environment.
• Lead instructional and recreational aquatic programs for all ages on assigned shifts.
• Provide information on swimmer progress and conduct instructional evaluations.
• Perform minor pool maintenance and respond to emergencies with First Aid when needed.

Skills

Lifeguard certification

Instruction/teaching

Customer service

First aid

CPR

Education

High school diploma

Lifesaving/lifeguard courses

Aquatic instructor certificate

Job description

Lifeguard/Instructor - Aquatics

Competition No: 2025-108

Duration: Regular Part Time

Salary: $29.25 – 30.39 – 31.58 – 32.88 – 34.25/hour

Schedule: 48 hours bi-weekly (0.60 FTE); Friday from 6:00AM – 2:30PM; Saturday and Sunday from 8:00AM – 4:30PM

Special Notes: Normal for CUPE 23 Inside Division Collective Agreement

Last Updated: 4/24/26

This position works in the Edmonds Community Centre Aquatic Services organizational unit. This position encompasses both lifeguarding duties and high-quality swim instruction on an assigned shift, at Edmonds Community Centre. Our Lifeguard Instructors ensure the safety of swimmers utilizing the aquatic facility, provide a safe and clean environment, and engage with a diverse client base to provide exceptional customer service. We are looking for Lifeguard Instructors to educate on pool rules; perform minor maintenance tasks; provide first aid treatment; lead instructional and recreational aquatic programs for all age ranges and to provide information to the public regarding swimmer progress and instructional evaluation techniques. Performs related work as required.

Qualifications include up to high school graduation, supplemented by courses in lifesaving, lifeguarding, aquatic instruction and aquatic fitness and pool maintenance, plus sound related experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Sound knowledge of the theory and practice of lifeguarding, lifesaving, cardio pulmonary resuscitation and first aid is required; as well as the ability to display sound aquatic skills and to instruct in these skills at standards set by relevant authorities. A Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard – Pool, Lifesaving Society Swim for Life Instructor, Standard First Aid, and B.C.R.P.A. Aquatic Fitness Leader certificate is required. Please note that a Police Information Check is required for this position.

The closing date for this competition has been extended until it is filled. New applications are welcome!

We respectfully acknowledge that the City of Burnaby is located on the unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), and kʷikʷəƛ̓əm Peoples (Kwikwetlem). Each Nation has distinct histories and distinct traditional territories that fully or partially encompass the city. We encourage you to learn more about the Host Nations whose ancestors have occupied and used these lands, including parts of present-day Burnaby, for thousands of years. We are grateful to be on this territory as we dedicate ourselves to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects our vibrant community and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds, genders, ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences.

Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview.

Please contact People and Culture at 604-294-7303 if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

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