AQUATIC SERVICES ATTENDANT
STATUS: Auxiliary
DEPARTMENT: Recreation Services
SALARY: $21.46 per hour
CLOSING: June 29, 2025
Make a Splash This Summer! Become an Aquatic Services Attendant! Are you ready to dive into a fun, fast-paced job? We’re looking for energetic, enthusiastic, and safety-savvy individuals to join our team as Aquatic Services Attendants!
In this role, you will be providing support to programs and services at a supervised aquatic facility. The position oversees the safe use of pool features, such as the waterslide, and leads aquatic games and activities. The Aquatic Services Attendant will support swim lessons and aquatic programs, help set up equipment and supplies, and step in with basic first aid emergencies and performs minor cleaning duties. This is a hands-on, people-focused role where your energy, attentiveness, and enthusiasm will shine. You’ll work under the guidance of a supervisor who will support your growth and evaluate your performance based on service quality, safety, and your ability to make each patron’s visit a great one.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Grade 10 Education and some related experience working with the public; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Some knowledge and familiarity with aquatic programs and services.
- Ability to make decisions and enforce rules and regulations in a confident and tactful manner.
- Ability to communicate effectively in a positive and diplomatic manner.
- Ability to be creative and lead games for a variety of age groups and abilities.
- Ability to effectively communicate with the public and other aquatic staff in emergency situations.
- Ability to provide safe operation and supervision of play equipment and features, such as waterslides, pool toys and games.
- Ability to perform duties for extended periods of time.
- Ability to effectively perform minor water rescue.
- Ability to work in a humid environment and under varying weather conditions.
- Lifesaving Society - Bronze Cross (BC) (current within 2 years)
- Standard First Aid with CPR Level C & Automated External Defibrillator (AED) (current within 3 years)
HOURS OF WORK
This is an auxiliary position with no ongoing regular schedule of hours.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Must be at least 15 years old at the time of the application.
Continuous intake of qualified candidates will occur throughout the posting. A Police Information Check is a requirement of the position. A clearance requires the absence of any criminal charges or convictions related to this position.
EQUITY STATEMENT
At the City of Maple Ridge, we are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive culture that actively values and embraces diversity. We strive to attract and retain a talented, diverse workforce that is broadly reflective of the community we proudly serve. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process by contacting [email protected].
WHAT WE OFFER YOU
The City of Maple Ridge is a great place to work with competitive compensation packages that include the Municipal Pension Plan, a strong employee wellness program and the opportunity for professional career growth and professional development. If you want to help shape a growing community in a municipality that strives for service excellence, then this is the position for you.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
