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Parks, Recreation & CultureBritish ColumbiaOpen

Lifeguard/Instructors

Nanaimo

Posted todayOpen until filled

Job details

Salary
$24.57/hour
Experience Level
Entry level
Posted
November 13, 2026
Deadline
Open until filled
Still listed
Confirmed on the employer's site November 13, 2026
Municipality
Nanaimo
Province
British Columbia

About this job

Casual lifeguards and swim instructors supervise pool activities, teach swimming, and maintain safety standards and cleanliness at aquatic facilities in Nanaimo.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supervision and control of pool activities
  • Swim instructional duties
  • Maintain safety standards
  • Maintain cleanliness of aquatic facilities

Qualifications

  • At least 16 years old
  • Completed Grade 10
  • Lifesaving Swim Instructor Certification
  • CPR 'C' Certification
  • National Lifeguard Certification (Pool Option)

At a glance

  • Casual/hourly position
  • Starting at $24.57 per hour
  • No guaranteed hours
  • Extensive weekend and evening work may be required
  • Unionized position
  • Located in Nanaimo, British Columbia

Summarized from the official posting. See the full posting below or apply for complete details.

Full posting

Follow us on social media www.nanaimo.ca CASUAL LIFEGUARD/INSTRUCTORS Lifeguard/Instructors carry out both lifeguarding and swim instructional duties. They are responsible for the supervision and control of pool activities, safety standards, and cleanliness of aquatic facilities. Applicants will be at least 16 years old, completed Grade 10, and have the following qualifications (please include copies of your certificates with your application):  Lifesaving Swim Instructor Certification  C.P.R. “C” Certification  National Lifeguard Certification (Pool Option)  Satisfactory Criminal Record Check These are unionized positions, starting at $24.57 per hour. There are no guaranteed hours associated with these positions. Extensive weekend and evening work may be required in addition to weekday shifts. Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check and/or a verification of their education credentials. To apply for this opportunity, please submit a resume, cover letter, and copies of the required certifications listed above (.docx or PDF file format) to employment.opportunities@nanaimo.ca. For detailed information on this position and for more information on our community, please visit our website at www.nanaimo.ca. The City of Nanaimo is an inclusive employer and invites applications from all qualified individuals. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. If you are unsuccessful, please accept our appreciation for your interest. This position is restricted to those legally entitled to work in Canada. D i s c o v e r W h a t ’ s P o s s i b l e The City of Nanaimo is a rapidly growing community with a population of approximately 100,000. Nestled between the mountains and the ocean, on the east coast of Vancouver Island, we are centrally located, about 1½ hours from Victoria and 2 hours from Vancouver by ferry. With a university and well-developed parks, recreational, cultural and social amenities, Nanaimo is truly an extraordinary place to live. Contact Information Human Resources City of Nanaimo 2nd Floor, 455 Wallace Street Nanaimo, BC V9R 5J6 Phone: (250) 755-4406 Fax: (250) 755-4449

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