Lifeguard/ Swim Instructors (Daytime - Part Time)

Why You’ll Love Working With Us
In addition to working with an amazing team in an inclusive and collaborative working environment that encourages creativity, curiosity, and celebrates success, we offer:

• Paid Vacation Entitlements that increase with seniority (subject to eligibility)


• Competitive total compensation packages


• Group health and benefits plans (includes medical, dental, and prescription medication, subject to eligibility)


• Generous pension plans with employer matching


• Free YMCA Health & Fitness Memberships


• Professional development opportunities including paid training and access to YMCA education scholarships


• Reduced rates for YMCA Child Care, Camp, and Child & Youth programs (subject to eligibility)


• Mental Health On Demand (MHOD) Program


• Opportunities for career advancement

Position Overview
We believe that it is through the power of our amazing people that the #YSavesLives. By joining the Health, Fitness, Aquatics & Residence team, you will contribute to making our Y the best place to work.

The Lifeguard/Swim Instructors (Day Time) positions will report to Aquatics Manager of Ron Edwards Family YMCA. In this position, you will work a variety of daytime shifts. Hours of work will be based on the needs of the branch. Aquatic team members are responsible for the delivery of customer service excellence through member satisfaction and safety during recreational swims.

This is a great opportunity for an individual with a high level of interest in working with the YMCA HBB as a charitable organization.

What You'll Do

• Primary responsibility is coverage of Lifeguard shifts.


• Experience in the usage of pool chemicals and cleaning supplies for water and deck equipment maintenance.


• Ability to provide excellent customer service to members and participants by ensuring that health and safety regulations and YMCA policies and procedures are upheld.


• Teach, guard and coach a variety of aquatic programs.


• Maintain all relevant and required records.


• Develop lesson plans and administer progressive evaluations.


• Work with staff and volunteers assigned to aquatic area.


• Maintain and upgrade as required current qualifications and certifications.


• Attend scheduled training events.

What You'll Bring

• Standard First Aid & CPR C


• National Lifeguard Service Certification


• Lifesaving Society, and/or YMCA Swim Instructor Certification


• WHMIS is deemed an asset but will be provided by the YMCA upon employment. 

All offers of employment will be subject to the provision that the successful incumbent provides the YMCA of Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford with a current and satisfactory Police Records Check. Positions responsible for the direct supervision of children and/or vulnerable persons will be required, in addition to a Police Records Check, to provide a Vulnerable Sector Screening Report at the time of hire. Police Records Checks are reviewed on an individual basis, and the offence(s), if any, is considered in the decision-making process in relation to the requirement of working with children; therefore, not eliminating all candidates with a record from being offered a position.

Organizational Overview
As one of the largest charitable community service organizations in Canada, the YMCA of Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford responds to critical social needs in the community and works to provide solutions. By nurturing the potential of children, youth and adults, the YMCA HBB connects people to life-building opportunities, to each other and enhances their quality of life. We foster social responsibility and healthy living. The YMCA HBB works collectively with community partners that share the YMCA HBB's determination in strengthening the foundations of community for all people.

Inclusion, Diversity, Equality and Accessibility
The YMCA of Hamilton|Burlington|Brantford is committed to creating an inclusive, diverse, equitable and accessible environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or neurodiversity.  

We understand the social barriers preventing individuals from applying for open roles. We encourage those from the Indigenous, 2SLGBTQIA+, BIPOC, and Disabled communities to apply.

If you need any accommodation throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our People, Leadership and Culture Department (PLC) at [email protected].

Ready to Make a Difference? This is your chance to play a critical role in shaping a thriving, inclusive workplace where employees feel supported and empowered. If you’re passionate about people and excited to lead impactful initiatives, we want to hear from you!