Make your mark where history meets horizon. In Drumheller—home to the world-famous Dinosaur Valley—our breathtaking Badlands backdrop, vibrant recreation culture, and tight-knit community create a place where your contribution truly matters. As a Lifeguard, you’ll be a champion for keeping our community safe and engaged. If you’re ready to support our residents with passion, innovation, and leave a visible legacy across our valley, we’d love to meet you.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Lifeguard is responsible for ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all Aquaplex patrons by providing vigilant lifeguard supervision, high‑quality customer service, and maintaining a clean and safe aquatic environment. This position also supports facility operations through basic maintenance, janitorial tasks, and cashier duties as needed.
SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Provide warm, professional customer service to all visitors.
- Respond to both in‑person and telephone inquiries regarding programs, schedules, admissions, and general facility information.
- Promote facility rules, available programs, and a positive guest experience.
- Process payments for daily admissions, swimming lessons, memberships, and other services.
- Issue receipts, manage cash floats, and follow all established cash-handling procedures.
- Complete required daily administrative and reporting tasks accurately and on schedule.
- Deliver lifeguard supervision in accordance with established procedures and safety standards.
- Enforce facility safety rules and educate patrons on safe aquatic practices.
- Respond to aquatic and first aid emergencies, performing rescues and administering care as required.
- Support the Aquaplex team in maintaining a safe, welcoming environment for all participants and visitors.
- Perform daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning and maintenance tasks as assigned.
- Contribute to the continuous cleanliness, organization, and readiness of the Aquaplex facility.
- Promptly report maintenance issues or safety hazards.
- Adhere to all Town of Drumheller policies, procedures and Occupational Health & Safety legislation.
- Carry out additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Minimum 16 years of age.
- Preference will be given to students entering or attending a post‑secondary institution eligible under federal or provincial summer employment programs (e.g., Federal Summer Employment Grant Program, Provincial STEP Program).
- National Lifeguard (NL) Certification.
- Valid Intermediate First Aid and CPR certification.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- The successful applicant will be required to provide a clear Criminal Record check and Vulnerable Sectors check and show legal eligibility to work in Canada.
- Bondable.
Employment Category: Temporary (Summer Seasonal)
Hours per Week: Approx. 40 Hours FTE
Compensation: $18.91 - $22.36
HOW TO APPLY: Please submit your cover letter and resume through the CAREERS section on our website. This position will remain open until filled; however, applicants are encouraged to apply early as screening will begin immediately.
The Town of Drumheller is an equal opportunity employer and strongly supports diversity in the workplace. All qualified candidates who are authorized to work in Canada are encouraged to apply.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted
Live, work, and thrive in the heart of the Canadian Badlands!