Lifeguard
Competition #2026-29
(Casual, Up to 8 Positions)
The District of Kent, located in the picturesque Eastern Fraser Valley, is offering several exciting opportunities in our Recreation, Culture & Projects Department.
With the upcoming Grand Opening (September 2026) of the Lets’Emot Regional Recreation and Aquatic Centre (LRRAC), we are looking to assemble a dynamic team to deliver exceptional services to our region. This amazing newfacility expands our existing recreation centre and features an 8-lane pool, lazy river, steam room, sauna, and hot tub.
We are seeking several positive, energetic, self-motivated, and team-oriented Casual Lifeguards to join us. Reporting to the Aquatic Coordinator, you will be responsible for working with other aquatic team members according to the policies, procedures and practices set out for the Lets’emot Regional Recreation and Aquatic Centre (LRRAC). This includes, but not limited to, accident prevention and response; aquatic safety promotion; swim lessoninstruction and administration; facility maintenance; general office administration; and customer service.
Required qualifications:
- Minimum of one (1) year of aquatic related experience.
- Current National Lifeguard (NL) - Pool Option.
- Standard First Aid Certificate (or equivalent).
- CPR Level (C) Award.
Pay and benefits for this bargaining unit position will be in accordance with the Collective Agreement, CUPE Local458. The proposed 2025 post-probationary wage rate for this new position is $25.53/hour. The rate of pay for this casual position will include an additional 14% of gross wage earnings in lieu of benefits plan entitlements, statutory holiday pay, sick leave, etc.
If this position is of interest to you, please visit our employment page at www.kentbc.ca/employment to view the jobdescription and to submit your application prior to the competition closing at 4:30 p.m. on July 10, 2026.
Alan M. Lucas, CRSP
Director of Human Resources / Occupational Safety
District of Kent
PO Box 70, 7170 Cheam Avenue Agassiz, BCV0M 1A0
The District of Kent would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview willbe contacted. Preferred candidates will be required to obtain and maintain an acceptable Police Information Check (Vulnerable Sector).
