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lifeguard

Title posted on CivicJobs.ca - Lifeguard Instructor - Aquatics

Posted on September 10, 2026 by Employer details City of Burnaby

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Lifeguard/Instructor - AquaticsCompetition No: 2026-131Duration: Regular Part TimeSalary: $29.25 - 30.39 - 31.58 - 32.88 - 34.25/hourSpecial Notes: Normal for CUPE 23 Inside Division Collective AgreementLast Updated: 9/1/26This position works in the Edmonds Community Centre Aquatic Services organizational unit. This is aquatic work in lifeguarding and instructing, on an assigned shift, at Edmonds Community Centre. An employee of a position in this class performs a variety of operational, instructional, lifeguarding, janitorial and minor maintenance tasks in offering instructional and recreational aquatic programs for all age groups. A Lifeguard/Instructor Aquatics performs these duties in accordance with established practices and procedures, exercising tact and firmness in dealing with all patrons. The more difficult or unusual matters are referred to a supervisor who checks and reviews work performance in terms of effectiveness of the aquatic programs and services rendered and in terms of conformance with established practices and procedures. Performs related work as required.Qualifications include up to high school graduation, supplemented by courses in lifesaving, lifeguarding, aquatic instruction 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, and Standard First Aid and are required. Please note that a Police Information Check is required for this position.Schedule: 48 hours biweekly (0.60 FTE); Monday from 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM; Saturday and Sunday from 1:00 PM - 9:30 PMThis competition has been extended until it is filled. New applications are welcome!Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview. Please contact People and Cultureat 604-294-7303if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online at www.burnaby.ca/careers. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contactedApply to this positionEQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERVisit us at www.burnaby.caWe respectfully acknowledge that the City of Burnaby is located on the unceded territories of the x?m??k??y??m (Musqueam), S?wx?wú7mesh (Squamish), s?lilw?ta? (Tsleil-Waututh), and k?ik?????m 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.