Role Summary

Reporting to the Recreation and Leisure Leadership Team, the lifeguard will be responsible for the overall safety of a variety of swimmers utilizing the pool and beach facilities. Other responsibilities will include the maintenance of the pool and beach area to ensure safety and ease of use.

Responsibilities Supervise assigned areas to ensure the safety of swimmers

Ensure that all rules and regulations are adhered to and enforced

Provide first aid treatment as required

Teach swim lessons or Aquafit classes as required

Update the pool log by recording and documenting any incidents, completing water tests and bather counts

Open and close the pool, ensuring the safety of all participants while in the pool

Maintain direct contact with patrons and communicate with them in an effective manner

Monitor designated pool and beach areas

Responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the pool deck area, change rooms, shower areas and beach front

Ensure equipment is stored in its proper place, pick up towels and debris, restock towels and straighten chairs

Conduct facility inspections, complete checklists and advise leader of any concerns found

Assist guests with questions regarding the resort, activities and general information

Assist in other areas of the Recreation and Leisure department

Welcome and acknowledge each guest with a smile, eye contact and a friendly verbal greeting using the guests’ names when possible





Compliance with all safety regulations of assigned tasks, and ensure a clean and safe working environment with active participation in the health and safety program

Adhere to all environmental policies and programs as required

Other duties as assigned Requirements Current National Lifeguard Service’s certificate (dated 2 years or less)

Standard First Aid with CPR C certification

Waterfront NLS an asset

SmartServe certification an asset

ORCKA and/or Pleasure Craft Operators Card an asset

Aquafit and swim instructor certifications an asset

Must possess excellent customer service skills and be able to work as part of a team

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Detail-oriented and works with a high degree of accuracy

Ability to multi-task in a quick-paced environment

Must be extremely responsible with integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion Working Conditions Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and holidays

Must be able to work in hot, humid or cold environments

Required to move, lift, carry, pull and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance

Significant exposure to varying weather conditions

Stand, sit or walk for an extended period or for an entire shift

Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting and pulling

Move over sloping, uneven or slippery surfaces

📌 Lifeguard (Aug-Oct) (Innisfil)
🏢 Friday Harbour Resort
📍 Innisfil