Lifeguard (Summer 2025)

Spend your days surrounded by the beauty of Lake Simcoe. With opportunities across the Resort in both guest facing and behind the scenes roles, we have something for everyone.

Some of our guest facing opportunities include working on the Food and Beverage or Recreation and Leisure teams. Our Guest Services and Shuttle teams, or the FH Fine Food and Starbucks teams are also great opportunities to be in guest facing roles. During the summer months you could join the Marina or the Nest Golf Club.

If you are looking for a job that ensures the fundamental operations of our Resort run smoothly and typically work away from guests, our Culinary, Security, Maintenance, Landscaping, and Housekeeping teams would be a great fit for you.

Working at Friday Harbour is unlike anywhere else. Be a part of the action, contributing to this one-of-a-kind Resort.

Colleague Perks
- Complimentary golf (friends and family rates for your Guests)
- Complimentary use of recreational equipment (canoeing, kayaking, Fat Bikes, snowshoes, skates, etc.)
- Discounts at Friday Harbour retailers and restaurants
- Group medical and dental benefit coverage*
- Company matched pension plan and optional savings plans*
- Employee Assistance Program and free Headspace membership
- Exclusive Friday Harbour corporate partner discounts
- Training and development opportunities
- Colleague events and appreciation activities

* Privileges are subject to review and change.

Role Summary

Reporting to the Recreation and Leisure Leadership Team, the lifeguard will be responsible for the overall safety of a variety of swimmers utilizing the pool and beach facilities. Other responsibilities will include the maintenance of the pool and beach area to ensure safety and ease of use.

Responsibilities

• Supervise assigned areas to ensure the safety of swimmers
• Ensure that all rules and regulations are adhered to ensuring safety
• Provide first aid treatment as required
• Teach swim lessons or Aquafit classes as required
• Update the pool log by recording and documenting any incidents, completing water tests and bather counts
• Open and close the pool, ensuring the safety of all participants while in the pool
• Maintain direct contact with patrons and communicate with them in an effective manner
• Monitor designated pool and beach areas
• Responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the pool deck area, change rooms, shower areas and beach front
• Ensure equipment is stored in its proper place, pick up towels and debris, restock towels and straighten chairs
• Conduct facility inspections, complete checklists and advise leader of any concerns found
• Assist guests with questions regarding the resort, activities and general information
• Assist in other areas of the Recreation and Leisure department
• Welcome and acknowledge each guest with a smile, eye contact and a friendly verbal greeting using the guests’ names when possible
• Compliance with all safety regulations of assigned tasks, and ensure a clean and safe working environment with active participation in the health and safety program
• Adhere to all environmental policies and programs as required
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Current National Lifeguard Service’s certificate (dated 2 years or less)
• Standard First Aid with CPR certification
• Waterfront NLS an asset
• SmartServe certification an asset
• ORCKA and/or Pleasure Craft Operators Card an asset
• Aquafit and swim instructor certifications an asset
• Must possess excellent customer service skills and be able to work as part of a team
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Detail-oriented and works with a high degree of accuracy
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Must be extremely responsible with integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion

Working Conditions

• Must be able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends and holidays
• Must be able to work in hot, humid or cold environments
• Required to move, lift, carry, pull and place objects weighing less than or equal to 25 pounds without assistance
• Significant exposure to varying weather conditions
• Stand, sit or walk for an extended period or for an entire shift
• Reach overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting and pulling
• Move over sloping, uneven or slippery surfaces

Join our team and make every day feel like Friday.

*All candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Friday Harbour is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

*Friday Harbour is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce. Friday Harbour is also committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. Upon request by the applicant, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. Please contact the Human Resources department with any accommodation requests.