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Lifeguard 2 & 3

@ District of Squamish

Squamish, British Columbia

Full-time
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Overview

The District of Squamish is hiring Lifeguard 2 and Lifeguard 3 staff on regular full-time and part-time schedules to guard pool activities, respond to emergencies and teach swimming lessons. Pay is $33.34 to $35.44 per hour, with $1 per hour extra for evening and early morning shifts, vacation pay, and either full benefits or 12% in lieu of benefits for regular positions. These are union positions under the CUPE Local 2269 Collective Agreement.

Responsibilities:

  • Monitor pool activities and enforce safety rules
  • Respond to emergencies with rescue and first aid
  • Lead swimming lessons for all age groups
  • Support staff and swimmers
  • Create a welcoming atmosphere for participants

Requirements summary:

  • Lifeguard certification and rescue skills implied by duties
  • First aid skills
  • Experience teaching swimming preferred for Lifeguard 3
  • Ability to work evening and early morning shifts
Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-11-01
First seen by our source
2026-11-14
Source record updated
2026-11-14

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentCustomer service
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Scheduleday, evening
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingOutdoors
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical moderate · computer low
Licences & certificationsFirst Aid
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Paid training

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District of Squamish

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Job description

Make Waves in Your Career!

Lifeguard 2 & 3 - Regular Full-Time & Part-Time

Love the water? Thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment? Whether you're just starting out or bringing years of experience, we want YOU to be part of our vibrant aquatics crew! If you’re ready to jump in, here’s what you’ll be doing:

  • Guard with confidence: Monitor pool activities and enforce safety rules to keep everyone safe and smiling
  • Lead with safety: Respond swiftly to emergencies with rescue and first aid skills
  • Teach and inspire: Lead swimming lessons for all age groups, helping participants grow and succeed
  • Support your team: Help support staff and swimmers, ensuring top-notch safety and performance
  • Make it fun: Create a welcoming, engaging atmosphere for all participants

Who we are: The District of Squamish is a progressive and growing community. Our friendly, small-town setting, spectacular natural environment, thriving arts, culture and heritage scene and world-class recreational opportunities offer an incredible live-work-play lifestyle that few places can beat.

We are a team of highly dedicated and hardworking professionals who are committed to making Squamish a great place to live work and play through continual improvement and excellence in service to our citizens - and so is our ideal candidate.

Our Vision: Our organization is a thriving community, serving the thriving community of Squamish.

Our Mission: We lead, facilitate and partner to ensure a liveable and sustainable Squamish.

Our Core Values: Respect, Integrity, Connection, Progress

Pay, Perks and Premiums:

Lifeguard 2 – $33.34/hour Lifeguard 3 – $35.44/hour

  • $1/hour extra for evening & early morning shifts (after 5pm & before 8am)
  • Vacation pay or vacation banks for all employees
  • Regular/permanent positions receive either full benefits or 12% in lieu of benefits
  • Opportunities for growth, training, and community impact

We can’t wait to hear from you! A complete job advertisement can be viewed at: http://squamish.ca/yourgovernment/careers/job-postings/

These are Union positions within the Collective Agreement of CUPE Local 2269 and the District of Squamish.

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