Recreation Instructor (Aquatics)

City of Burnaby; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4% in lieu of benefits

Contract Instructor role

Job summary

City of Burnaby is seeking a Recreation Instructor (Aquatics) to teach Aquatic Leadership and Lifesaving programs at multiple facilities in Burnaby, BC. The role is a Contract Instructor with a pay rate of $42.03 per hour plus 4% in lieu of benefits.

Applicants must hold Lifesaving Society instructor certifications listed above and a valid BC Class 5 license is an asset. Work hours may vary and include early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays at various pools.

Qualifications

• Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor Trainer certification required.
• Lifesaving Society Lifesaving Instructor Trainer certification required.
• Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard Instructor certification required.
• Lifesaving Society First Aid Instructor certification required.

Responsibilities

• Instruct Aquatic Leadership and Lifesaving courses.
• Provide recertification clinics as needed.
• Assist with in-service training of Lifeguard/Instructor staff.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Education

Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor Trainer

Lifesaving Society Lifesaving Instructor Trainer

Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard Instructor

Lifesaving Society First Aid Instructor

Job description

Recreation Instructor (Aquatics)

Competition No: 2026-RIA

Duration: Contract Instructor

Salary: $42.03 per hour + 4% in lieu of benefits

Last Updated: 10/8/26

Do you enjoy working with the public as a role model in a fun and friendly manner? Are you passionate about teaching water safety? We’re actively recruiting Recreation Instructors in Aquatics to join our team.

Duties of a Recreation Instructor in Aquatics include instructing Aquatic Leadership and Lifesaving courses such as Lifesaving Instructor (LSI), Swim Instructor (SI), National Lifeguard - Pool Option, Standard First Aid and any related re-certification clinics. Other responsibilities can include possibly assisting with in-service training for existing Lifeguard/Instructor staff and performing other related duties as required.

Applicants must have one of the following and must be current at time of application:

1. Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor Trainer
2. Lifesaving Society Lifesaving Instructor Trainer
3. Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard Instructor
4. Lifesaving Society First Aid Instructor

A valid Class 5 License for the Province of British Columbia is considered an asset.

Pay Rate: $42.03 per hour + 4% in lieu of benefits

Location: Eileen Dailly Pool, Fred Randall Pool, Bonsor Recreation Centre, MacPherson Outdoor Pool, Kensington Outdoor Pool, Robert Burnaby Outdoor Pool, Central Outdoor Pool, and when built: Cameron Community Centre and Burnaby Lake Aquatic Centre.

Hours of work: This is a Contract Instructor position, the hours and shifts of work may vary based on the course being taught. Shifts may be up to 8 hours in length, starting as early as 7:00 AM and ending as late as 11:30 PM, Monday to Sunday. Shifts may be scheduled on weekdays, weekends, and holidays.

This competition will remain open until it is filled.

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