Lifeguard/Instructors (Summer) (10-12 positions)

Township of Perth East; Milverton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local municipality in Milverton seeks Lifeguards/Instructors for the summer season at the Perth East Recreation Complex. Responsibilities include maintaining safety, providing aquatic supervision, and conducting lessons. Applicants must be at least 16 years old and hold required certifications, including Lifeguard and First Aid. The seasonal role requires up to 40 hours per week, with pay ranging from $20.11 to $25.14 per hour plus vacation pay.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age by the start date.
• Previous experience or participation in an aquatics program recommended.
• All personal aquatic qualifications must remain current.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining safety standards and performing safety checks.
• Providing aquatic safety supervision and emergency response.
• Preparing lesson plans for aquatic classes.
• Performing administrative duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Public relations/customer service skills

Organizational skills

Time management skills

Ability to work effectively in a team

Education

Current Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor certification

Current National Lifeguard Service certification

Current Standard First Aid and CPR C certification

Aqua Fitness Instructor certification

Job description

Lifeguard/Instructors (Summer) (10-12 positions)

Milverton, ON, Canada

Seasonal

Parks, Recreation and Community Services

Corporation of the Township of Perth East

LIFEGUARD/INSTRUCTORS (SUMMER) (10-12 positions)

June 1 – September 4, 2026

Full-time, Contract

JOB ID: PRCS-30-2025

The Township of Perth East is recruiting students for the positions of Lifeguards/Instructor for the Perth East Recreation Complex (“PERC”) summer season.

Under the supervision of the Pool Supervisor, the Lifeguard/Instructor provides aquatic safety supervision through accident prevention and emergency response. The Lifeguard/Instructor provides instruction to patrons of all ages and provides a fun and creative aquatics environment for all participants.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for always maintaining the highest safety standards including facility and equipment safety checks, before and during shifts, and maintaining an alert position while on deck.
• Lifeguarding as requested and assuming all responsibilities of a guard, including rotation through change rooms, equipment room and showers.
• Performing maintenance and cleaning duties for pool operations such cleaning the bathrooms and change rooms, vacuuming the pool, sweeping the deck, performing chemical tests and reading, adding chemicals to the pool as required.
• Preparing creative and varied lesson and core plans for aquatic classes.
• Submitting core planning sheets to the Pool Supervisor for review prior to start of lessons.
• Attendance at all required training sessions and perform all skills to standard.
• Responsible for deck cleanup at the end of each shift.
• Performing administrative duties as assigned.
• Assisting in execution and supervision of special events including swim meets.
• Acting as a positive representative of the Township of Perth East.
• Demonstrating excellent customer service and public relation skills.
• Completing all accident/incident reports as required.
• Ensuring all personal aquatic qualifications remain current.
• Following all policies and procedures outlined in the Aquatic Procedures Manual as well as knowing and memorizing safety and rescue procedures at the facility.
• Arriving on time for all shifts, wearing proper uniform (shirt, bathing suit, whistle).
• Following all Health and Safety policies and procedures and the Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations to ensure a safe working environment.
• Performing other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Must be sixteen (16) years of age by the start date.
• Current Lifesaving Society Swim (“LSS”) Instructor.
• Current National Lifeguard Service (“NL”).
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR C (Red Cross, Lifesaving Society, or St. John Ambulance).
• Aqua Fitness Instructor certification is an asset.
• Previous experience or participation in an aquatics program recommended.
• Strong verbal and written communication, interpersonal, public relations/customer service skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to function well under pressure.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.

Position Details:

• This is a seasonal position up to 40 hours per week. The schedule is varied and includes days, evenings and weekends.
• 2026 Hourly Rate of Pay: $20.11 - $25.14 per hour plus vacation pay
• In addition, all employees over the age of 18 must successfully pass a Criminal Background/Vulnerable Sector Check.

Competition closes at NOON on Friday, January 2, 2026, however, applications will continue to be accepted until the positions are filled. Interested candidates are to apply online at:

https://townshipofpertheast.applytojob.com/apply

Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. Requests for accommodation can be sent to Human Resources at [e-mail] or 519-595-2800 ext. 258.

In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001, and will be used for the purpose of candidate selection.

Applications are collected through our Applicant Tracking System which has AI capabilities. All AI capabilities are not utilized.

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