Lifeguard/Instructor - Aquatics

City of Burnaby; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government department in Burnaby is seeking a Lifeguard/Instructor for its aquatic services. This role involves ensuring swimmer safety, conducting swim instruction, and leading recreational aquatic programs. Candidates should have relevant certifications and experience in lifeguarding and customer service. The position is regular part-time with a schedule of 48 hours bi-weekly. A diverse and inclusive environment is promoted, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Minimum of high school graduation supplemented by relevant courses.
• Experience in lifeguarding and aquatics instruction preferred.
• Requirement of a Police Information Check.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety of swimmers at the aquatic facility.
• Provide swim instruction and lead aquatic programs.
• Perform minor maintenance tasks and first aid treatment.

Skills

Lifesaving skills

Customer service

First aid knowledge

Instructional skills

Education

High school graduation or equivalent

Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard – Pool

Lifesaving Society Swim for Life Instructor

Standard First Aid

B.C.R.P.A. Aquatic Fitness Leader certificate

Job description

Lifeguard/Instructor - Aquatics

Competition No: 2025-108

Duration: Regular Part Time

Salary: $27.30 – 28.37 – 29.48 – 30.70 – 31.97/hour (2024 Rates)

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

Special Notes: Normal for CUPE 23 Inside Division Collective Agreement

Last Updated: 9/23/25

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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