Lifeguard

At a glance

• Starting wage: $24.34/hour
• Temporary, casual, on-site position
• Flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends, and statutory holidays
• Safety-sensitive role requiring satisfactory pre-employment drug screen including cannabis testing
• Location: Medicine Hat, Alberta

Full posting

Join the City of Medicine Hat as a Lifeguard! Temporary | Casual | On-Site Starting at $24.34/hour Dive into an exciting opportunity with The City of Medicine Hat! We're looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Lifeguards. This role is your chance to ensure the safety and enjoyment of our community at our aquatic facilities. Bring your energy, leadership, and lifesaving skills to a team that values growth, teamwork, and fun! How you'll own it • Supervise aquatic activities, ensuring the safety of all patrons. • Respond swiftly to emergencies and provide first aid as needed. • Maintain the cleanliness and functionality of pool areas and equipment. • Offer suggestions to improve operational practices for a better experience. • Represent the City of Medicine Hat with professionalism and positivity. What you bring • Strong decision-making skills in high-pressure situations. • Physical fitness meeting the standards outlined in the National Lifeguard Award. • A team-oriented mindset with excellent interpersonal and leadership abilities. • Confidence to take initiative and lead by example in a team environment. • Dependability and a proactive approach to your responsibilities. • Ability to work a flexible schedule consisting of days, nights, weekends, and statutory holidays. Qualifications • Minimum age of 16 years. • Possess a current: • National Lifeguard Pool (NL – Pool) Award • National Lifeguard Waterpark (NL – WP) Award • National Lifeguard Waterfront (NL – WF) Award • Standard First Aid (Level "C" CPR) Certificate, issued within the last twelve months at time of hiring. • Starfish Aquatic Instructor (SAI) Certificate • This position has been identified as Safety Sensitive and requires the completion of a satisfactory pre-employment drug screen, which includes testing for cannabis use. Why you'll love working with us • Collaborative team culture: Work alongside experienced professionals committed to technical excellence and public service • Meaningful work: Lead infrastructure that directly impacts the safety, reliability, and sustainability of the community • Career growth and development: Access leadership development, training, and long-term career opportunities #brightideas #LI-BV1