Date Posted: January 2, 2026
Position Title: Lifeguard/Swim Instructor (Lifeguard and/or Swim Instructor)
Location: Chilliwack Landing Leisure Centre - 9145 Corbould St, Chilliwack, BC V2P 4A6 (Primary)
Cheam Leisure Centre - 45501 Market Way, Chilliwack, BC V2R (Secondary)
Terms: Part-Time, Permanent
Hours: 4-24 hours per week
Shift: Shifts vary but will include weekdays, evenings, and weekends. Guard coverage needed weekdays 6am-3pm, Instructor coverage needed weekdays 4pm-8pm
Start Date: As soon as possible
Salary: $23.01-25.44 per hour
Reports To: Supervisor, Aquatics
Nature & Scope
YMCA BC cares about raising healthy and resilient children, ensuring youth feel confident and supported and helping people feel healthy and connected to others in the community. We believe that everyone deserves to be healthy in spirit, mind and body. Our state- of-the-art centres of community offer a range of health, fitness, and aquatics programs for individuals and families.
The Lifeguard/Swim Instructor will report to the Aquatics Supervisor and work collaboratively with other members of the YMCA team to provide a safe and fun aquatics environment.
Major Responsibilities- in this position, you will:
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Guard and teach swimming lessons in a positive and professional manner
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Develop and lead lesson plans for various programs and administer progressive evaluations for participants
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Enforce pool rules and safety regulations
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Perform water rescues and administer first aid or CPR when necessary
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Build meaningful relationships through positive daily interaction with YMCA members, visitors, and colleagues
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Perform routine pool maintenance, as required
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Perform general administrative duties and record keeping responsibilities
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Ensure the safety of all members, participants, staff, and property, by following YMCA standards/policies/procedures and ensuring they are maintained among all members and staff
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Promote philanthropy through the annual fundraiser campaign
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Strong work ethic and able to remain flexible
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Assist with training new staff/volunteers in procedures and practices
Qualification-you bring:
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Current Standard First Aid certificate (valid within 2 years)
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CPR level C and & AED certificate (valid within 1 year)
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National Lifeguard - Pool Option
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YSI or Swim Instructor Certification
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Experience as a Lifeguard or Swimming Instructor - preferred
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YMCA Aquatic Fitness Certificate, or equivalent – preferred
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Advanced leadership courses are an asset
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Demonstrated high level of customer service skills
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Successful candidate will be required to provide 3 satisfactory references
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Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Record check with a Vulnerable sector search issued no later than six (6) months preceding the start date.
About YMCA BC:
By igniting belonging and championing health equity, YMCA BC strengthens the foundations of community. With over 3,000 employees and volunteers, YMCA BC serves 150,000 individuals of all ages, backgrounds and abilities across hundreds of service locations, from the Sunshine Coast to Fort St. John.
As a charity, YMCA BC promotes equitable access to healthier outcomes by providing vital programs and services to help address many of our communities' most pressing social issues, including health and wellness, affordable child care and camps, mental health, employment services and community health.
We believe there is potential inside all of us and envision vibrant, healthy and inclusive communities for all.
YMCA BC is firmly committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging (EDIB). By taking an intersectional approach to our programs and services, the YMCA is committed to creating spaces and experiences where everyone feels safe, welcome, and like they belong. Learn more at bc.ymca.ca.
Application Process-ready to make a difference?
We invite you to apply today and find your WHY!
Internal Applicants: Please apply online to this position through the ADP Workforce Now Career Centre. (Myself/Talent/Career Centre)
Application Deadline: Ongoing
You will receive an automated notification to confirm receipt of your application.
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If short-listed for a position: We will contact, you to move forward to the next step.
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If not selected for a specific posting: Continue applying for future positions matching your qualifications and interests.
YMCA BC is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible environment where all members of our community feel valued, respected, and supported. We encourage applications from the diverse communities in which we live and serve, including but not limited to people of colour, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. We have established policies, procedures, and practices to meet accessibility standards throughout the hiring process. Should you require any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our People Services department.
Thank you for your interest and application.
