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Lifeguard I

Wetaskiwin
Posted Date: January 13, 2023
Closing Date: February 13, 2023
Contact City of Wetaskiwin

Job Description

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provide the highest standard of lifeguarding, including effective scanning, patrolling and professionalism in a team setting.
  • Prevent incidents: safeguard the public through enforcement of policies, public education, exceptional safety surveillance and routine safety inspections.
  • Respond to emergency situations and perform first aid/emergency aid as required.
  • Provide exceptional customer service by promoting positive patron relations, answering questions, educating the public, and responding to concerns.
  • Complete assigned maintenance such as cleaning the pool deck and change rooms, etc.
  • Perform basic operational tasks to ensure regular operation of the facility.
  • Complete necessary mechanical and operational checklists, charts, forms, accident and near-miss reports.
  • Set up and take down equipment according to the facility schedule.
  • Maintain professionalism by keeping a clean, presentable appearance, being prompt and prepared for every shift, and behaving in an appropriate manner both on and off deck.
  • Ability to work evenings and weekends as required.
  • Must attend mandatory training sessions outside of work week hours.
  • Ensure all certifications remain current.
  • Other duties as required.

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS, AND WORK EXPERIENCE

  • Minimum 16 years of age.
  • Possession of the following current certifications, with the ability to renew qualifications annually or as required:
    • National Lifeguard Certificate
    • Aquatic Emergency Care (AEC) and/or Standard First Aid (SFA)
  • Provide a criminal and vulnerable sector record check.
  • Experience as a Lifeguard considered an asset but not required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

  • Excellent customer service skills.
  • Ability to work within a team environment.
  • Ability to perform aquatic rescues and first aid procedures.
  • Demonstrates commitment in continuous learning.
  • Can implement and respond to emergency situations and perform under stress.
  • Takes strong initiative, demonstrates creativity.
  • Is responsible, accountable and demonstrates integrity.

This opportunity offers the following incentives:

  • An additional shift premium for hours worked before 7 a.m. and after 7 p.m. daily.
  • A deck footwear/swimsuit allowance.
  • Paid training on select courses and recertifications.
  • Opportunities for growth within the organization.
  • Discounted (optional) membership to use the Manluk Regional Aquatic and Fitness Centre when not working.

How to Apply
https://www.wetaskiwin.ca/jobs.aspx

The Alberta Recreation & Parks Association would like to acknowledge the First Nations, the Métis, the Inuit and all of the people across Alberta who share a history and a deep connection with this land. We dedicate ourselves to moving forward in partnership with Indigenous communities in the spirit of reconciliation and collaboration.