Lifeguard/Instructor - Aquatics

Taleo; Burnaby; Presencial; CAD 40 000 - 48 000; Tempo parcial

Resumo da oferta

City of Burnaby is hiring Lifeguard Instructors to teach aquatic programs, supervise water safety, and engage with the public. The role includes participation in rescues and first aid, as well as pool maintenance and daily reporting.

Certification requirements include Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor, National Lifeguard - Pool, and Standard First Aid (valid). Wet interview on Oct 24, 2026; pay rate is $29.25 per hour plus 12% in lieu of benefits.

Qualificações

• Certifications listed above are required and must be current at screening.
• Public relations and communication skills expected for all ages.
• Ability to supervise, instruct, and assist in rescues and first aid.

Responsabilidades

• Instruct aquatic programs to all ages.
• Conduct water surveillance and engage in public relations.
• Assist in rescues and provide first aid when required.
• Perform pool maintenance and cleaning tasks.
• Complete reports on daily tasks and attend trainings as required.

Conhecimentos

Public relations

Instructing aquatic programs

Water safety

First aid

Formação académica

Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor

Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard - Pool

Standard First Aid (current within 3 years)

BCRPA Aquatic Fitness Leader certification (assets)

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Do you enjoy working with the public as a role model in a fun and friendly manner? Are you interested in water safety and teaching swimming to various age groups? The City of Burnaby is actively recruiting Lifeguard Instructors to join our team.

Duties of an Auxiliary Lifeguard Instructor will include instructing aquatic programs to all ages, water surveillance and public relations, as well as participating in rescues and first aid when required. Other responsibilities include pool maintenance and cleaning duties, completing reports related to daily tasks, and performing other related duties as required. Please note that a Police Information Check is required for this position.

The following certifications are required and must be current at time of the screening:

1. Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor
2. Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard - Pool
3. Standard First Aid (current within 3 years)
4. BCRPA Aquatic Fitness Leader certification and Lifesaving Society Lifesaving Instructor awards are considered assets

The wet interview will be on October 24, 2026, and participation is required to be considered. Once your application is received an invite will be sent to attend Lifeguard School sessions. Attendance at these sessions is highly recommended to be successful in the wet interview.

Posting Dates: September 28, 2026 to October 9, 2026

Wet and Dry Interviews: October 24, 2026 from 9:00am to 4:00pm

Staff Training: December 7, 2026 from 5:00pm – 10:00pm

Shifts Begin: January 4, 2027 onwards

Pay Rate: $29.25 per hour + 12% in lieu of benefits

Location: Various Locations

Hours of work: This is an auxiliary position, hours and shifts are based on operational requirements and do not provide guaranteed hours of work, which may include on-call shifts. Typical shifts will range between Monday to Sunday between the hours of 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

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.