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The City of Wetaskiwin- Manluk Centre
The Manluk Centre, located in the heart of the City of Wetaskiwin, is a vibrant, community-focused recreation facility offering a variety of recreational, aquatic, fitness, and leisure opportunities. It plays an important role in bringing residents, families, and visitors together while supporting a healthy and active community. Built on the values of Trust, Resourcefulness, and Integrity the City of Wetaskiwin is proud to foster a welcoming, inclusive, and collaborative workplace where employees can make a meaningful difference.
Conveniently located just 35 minutes south of Edmonton and 55 minutes north of Red Deer, the City of Wetaskiwin provides all the amenities and quality of life of an urban-rural center.
The Opportunity
If you have strong swimming and customer service skills, along with a commitment to safety, this may just be the opportunity you've been looking for! We are seeking responsible, enthusiastic Lifeguards to join our team. The primary role of a Lifeguard is to ensure our patrons enjoy a safe, and positive experience while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and water quality. Through strong interpersonal skills, and communication skills, Lifeguards deliver exceptional customer service, respond promptly to questions and concerns, and maintain knowledge of including knowledge of aquatic programs, schedules, and general facility information.
Responsibilities
Aquatic Safety & Emergency Response
Provide the highest standard of lifeguarding through effective scanning, patrolling, vigilance, and teamwork.
Prevent incidents through policy enforcement, public education, safety surveillance, and routine safety inspections.
Respond to emergency situations and provide first aid, emergency aid, and rescue services as required.
Support a safe aquatic environment by proactively identifying and addressing potential hazards.
Customer Service
Provide exceptional customer service by fostering positive patron relationships.
Answer questions, educate patrons on facility rules and safe practices, and respond professionally to concerns and complaints.
Promote a welcoming, inclusive, and positive experience for all facility users.
Facility Operations & Maintenance
Complete assigned cleaning and maintenance duties, including pool decks, change rooms, and other facility spaces.
Perform basic operational tasks required for the safe and efficient operation of the aquatic facility.
Set up and take down equipment according to facility programs, events, and scheduling needs.
Complete mechanical and operational checklists, logs, charts, accident reports, near-miss reports, and other required documentation.
Professional Conduct
Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor at all times.
Arrive prepared and ready for each shift and contribute positively to the team environment.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Hours of Work
Employees are required to fulfill a minimum of two (2) scheduled shifts per pay period, with one of these shifts falling on a weekend or in the evening.
Employees must maintain availability for a flexible work schedule, which may include shifts during the morning, mid-day, evening and on weekends.
The hours of work per week may vary based on operational needs and cannot always be projected however, anticipated hours are approximately two (2)- twenty-nine (29) hours per week.
Attendance at mandatory training sessions is expected outside of regular workweek hours.
Education, Qualifications, and Work Experience
Minimum of 16 years of age.
Possession of the following current certificiations- ability to renew qualifications annually or as required:
Lifesaving Society's National Lifeguard (NL).
Alberta Workplace approved Intermediate First Aid (IFA)
Lifesaving Society's Swim Instructor (SI) and Lifesaving Instructor (LSI) considered an asset. Ability to obtain within six (6) months of start date required.
Proof of certification and Lifesaving Society Member ID…