Aquatics Assistant - Markham, Canada - City of Markham

City of Markham

Verified Company

Markham, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

The City of Markham is proud to be recognized for the 3rd consecutive year as one of Canada's Best Employers, and ranked in the top three for Government Services by Forbes and Statista Inc The City of Markham is a dynamic and change-oriented leader that stands out from other Canadian municipalities.

The recipient of multiple environmental awards, we are recognized for our innovative sustainability and urban planning initiatives as much as for our fiscal accountability.

More than 353,000 residents call Markham home and benefit from our rich heritage, culturally diverse environment, vibrant local economy and focus on quality of life.

Facilities:

The City of Markham's pool facilities offer public swim, swimming lessons, aquafit classes and rentals. We have indoor Aquatics Assistants at all of our indoor pools.

Please note that Angus Glen Pool will be closed September to December 2023._

Enjoy a positive and rewarding work environment with flexible scheduling options as you share your enthusiasm for aquatics. Work close to home, build your confidence and leadership skills and stay active and fit doing something you love.

Supervision of patrons using the water slide (top of the slide only).
Servicing customers by maintaining clean change rooms, monitoring loitering in order to deter theft and reminding patrons to follow pool rules.
Inwater assistance during swim lessons.

Duties & Responsibilities

Provides quality customer service by answering inquiries while on duty.
Monitors change room areas and deter possible theft.
Supervises patrons at the top of the water slide.
Inwater assistance during swim lessons.
Cleans change rooms and washrooms. Replenishes supplies such as soap, paper towels, toilet paper, etc.
Ensures site, equipment and supplies are appropriately maintained to minimize health and safety risk at all times.
Assists with deck and emergency procedure duties as qualified.

Qualifications
In addition to being at least 14 years old, you have the following required current qualifications:

Lifesaving Society Bronze Cross.
Lifesaving Society Standard First Aid.
LSS Assistant Instructor would be considered an asset.

Core Behaviours
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Service Excellence: Meets or exceeds service standards when interacting with customers in the community and in the organization.
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Change & Innovation: Responds positively and professionally to change and helps others through change.
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Teamwork & Relationship Building: Interacts with others in an inclusive, collaborative and respectful way that creates effective working relationships.
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Communication: Communicates in a clear, professional and respectful way; demonstrates active listening.
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Accountable & Results Oriented: Demonstrates ethical behaviour and accountability, aligns with City values, and abides by relevant policies and legislation.
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Management & Leadership:Demonstrates self-management, professionalism and engagement; leads by example.

All staff qualifications must be current from the beginning to the last day of each session.

Qualifications that are due to expire during a session must be re-certified prior to the start of the season and staff will be required to provide proof of registration for the re-certification.

The City of Markham is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs. We thank all those applicants who have applied however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.