Lifeguard & Instructor Guard

Company: Municipal Client (over 150 employees) of Aliant Resource

Job Type: Permanent Full-Time

Rate of Pay: $20.40 Per Hour

Hours of Work: 35 hours per week, shift work including evenings and weekends

Consider Your Next Career with Aliant Resources and our Municipal Client

Aliant Resources is a dedicated provider of staff augmentation services, committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in all facets of our operations. We firmly believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce strengthens our organization and contributes to the success of our clients. We believe in the core values of trust, fairness, excellence, creativity, collaboration, efficiency and responsiveness. We invite you to join our team

Job Description:

Position Summary:

The position of Lifeguard and Instructor Guard provides instruction and supervision to patrons and maintains a safe operation and maintenance of the municipal aquatic facilities.

• Assist in ensuring that the facility is properly maintained.
• Keep records of every aspect of the pool’s operation and maintenance.
• Maintain constant surveillance of patrons in the facility.
• Performs maintenance/janitorial duties, including but not restricted to: change room/washroom cleaning and disinfecting, pool chemistry tests, vacuuming, backwashing, chemical balancing, and pool fouling clean up.
• Ensures that the appropriate equipment is in place and operational and that the equipment is stored away after use.
• Attends mandatory in-house training as required.
• Works in a safe manner at all times in compliance with the Ontario Occupational Safety Act, WHMIS, and Lifesaving Society legislation and internal policy directives and immediately reports all accidents and hazards to a supervisor.
• Executes emergency procedures and uses safety/rescue equipment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Perform all of the duties as above including lifesaving activities; act immediately and appropriately for the safety of patrons in the event of an emergency.
• Perform all of the duties above including teaching quality swimming programs and providing excellent customer service.
• Provides swimming instruction, skill evaluation, and safety supervision of participants, accident prevention, rescue skills, public education and public relations.
• Plans, conducts and implements safe and educational swimming lessons.
• Performs tasks to support the program including report cards and worksheets.

• This position requires that the successful applicant is a minimum of 15 years of age in accordance with the Health Protection and Promotion Act, Regulation 565 for Public Pools.
• Current National Lifesaving Service Certification.
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR qualifications.
• Current Red Cross Instructor, Lifesaving Instructor Qualification (Instructor Guards).
• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. French language skills are considered an asset.
• Ability to make independent decisions when handling situations involving public emergencies as necessary.
• Upon a conditional offer of employment, a Criminal Record Check.
• Must be capable of meeting the physical demands of the job, including the ability to lift 25 kg (55 lbs.), frequent walking, standing, carrying, and pushing, excellent motor skills, and ability to perform periodic skill testing.
• Must possess the ability and willingness to work in a team setting.
• Must be able and willing to work shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Why Join Us:

• Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace
• Contribute to the delivery of essential services
• Opportunity for professional growth and development

At Aliant Resources, we value diversity and inclusion, and we encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we look forward to welcoming you to our team.

Diversity Statement:

At Aliant Resources, We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promoting a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful, and equitable workplace. Our belief is that a diverse and inclusive workforce strengthens our company and enhances the success of our clients, to create a workplace that truly reflects our society.

Accessibility Statement:

Aliant Resources is dedicated to making our recruitment process accessible to everyone. We adhere to accessibility standards to ensure that individuals with disabilities can fully participate in our employment opportunities. We understand the importance of removing barriers and promoting equal access, and we strive to provide a seamless and inclusive experience for all candidates.

We are committed to providing accommodations to individuals throughout the recruitment process and during their employment with us. We understand that everyone's needs are unique, and we will work closely with you to ensure that your specific requirements are met.

If you require accommodation due to a disability, injury, illness, or any other condition that may affect your ability to apply online or perform essential job functions, please reach out to us at accommodations@aliantresources.com. Your request will be answered promptly, and we will collaborate with you to provide appropriate accommodations.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are the core principles of our organization, and we look forward to welcoming candidates from all backgrounds to join our team.

How to apply:

• You must apply online
• Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed three (3) pages.
• If you require accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at accommodations@aliantresources.com to provide your contact information. The recruitment services team will contact you within 48 hours.

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