Deck Lead - Seasonal

Hours of work

• Available from late April until the end of August (working a varied schedule,

including occasional weekends).

Company Biography

** Please Note: This position is not with the County of Lambton. It is with our Community Partner, Town of Plympton-Wyoming. **

Position Overview

This position will operate as Deck/Aquatic Lead, with occasional Lifeguarding as needed, and act as an alternate to the Pool Manager. The successful candidate will assist Jr. Lifeguards in teaching techniques and act as a mentor. Must be comfortable giving feedback to peers and have strong initiative and critical thinking. Be able to handle stressful situations, deal with the public, and take direction from Town Staff.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for day-to-day operations and maintenance of the pool; opening/closing the pool, handling chemicals, cleaning etc.
• Perform regular lifeguard duties during public swims, assist in group and one-on-one swimming lessons/prepare lesson plans
• Assist with office tasks when the manager is away such as answering phones, dealing with online and in-person bookings, and overseeing staff
• Assist in organizing pool staff training days and mentoring lifeguards
• Assist in updating the online booking program to the 2024 rates and schedules.

Qualifications

• 2 years of instructor experience or equivalent would be an asset
• Must be 16 to 30 years old (as per the Canada Summer Jobs Grant)
• Valid Ontario driver’s license (Class G) with a clean abstract is preferred
• Valid National Lifeguard Certification
• Valid Swim Instructor Certification (LSI)
• Valid Standard First Aid / CPR certification
• Swim Team experience is an asset
• Valid Aquatics Supervisor Certificate (available online through LSS)
• Pool Operators Certification would be an asset (or willing to take the course before starting)

How to Apply

Please submit your application to the address or email below.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful applicants (over 18 years old) will be required to complete a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check.
Jessica Wilson
Executive Assistant – Public Works Department
Town of Plympton-Wyoming
546 Niagara Street, P.O. Box 250
Wyoming, ON N0N 1T0
jwilson@plympton-wyoming.ca