Aquafit Instructor

Job Type:

Permanent

Department:

Hourly Wage:

$31.94

Close Date (closes at 12:00 am on date noted below):

January 1, 2027

Openings:

20

Position Summary

About Milton
Join one of Ontario’s fastest-growing and most dynamic municipalities. The Town of Milton is proud to deliver high-quality, sustainable municipal services that support a vibrant, inclusive, and forward-looking community where residents thrive, businesses succeed, and nature is respected and protected.
Our vision is to foster a safe, diverse, and welcoming environment—one that honours its natural landscapes and rich heritage, supports thriving and inclusive neighbourhoods, nurtures a strong and balanced economy, and offers exceptional opportunities to live, learn, work, and play.

What We Offer?
This position is eligible for the following:

• Starting Hourly Rate: $31.94
• Benefits: Employee Assistance Program and option to participate in the OMERS pension plan
• Employee perks/discounts: Discount on Active Living Pass and Perkopolis
• For further details of what we offer, please visit Why Milton

Position Summary
Reporting to the Coordinator, Recreation this position will assist with the safe and engaging delivery of aquafit programs that are appropriate for all levels and abilities of participants. Successful candidates must be able to work an average of 3-4 hours per week including flexible hours consisting of daytime, evening and weekend hours.

Major Job Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities Include:

Deliver and conduct safe instructional programs/classes following

industry standards through accurate body position and communication with a focus on quality customer experiences:

• Prepare, plan and execute classes to ensure all participants are working to the best of their ability while providing excellent customer service

• Modify classes to appeal to all fitness levels of program participants

• Establish positive relationships and clear communication channels with all staff and participants

• Maintain a safe and clean environment, including set-up and takedown, and proper usage and storage of equipment.

• Proactively communicate program needs to facility maintenance staff and communicate any facility or equipment deficiencies with Coordinator, Recreation

• Evaluate situations for potential risks and proactively take action to address such risks

• Maintain communication with the Customer Service Desk to provide relevant program updates and to request support in the event of an emergency

• Maintain a high level of professionalism and handle sensitive situations with mature judgement

• Comply with all health and safety practices as it relates to the work, standard operating guidelines and the Occupational Health and Safety Act

Report any incidents, concerns or site damage to Coordinator, Recreation

Attend and participate in mandatory staff functions

Submit required forms (payroll and onboarding requirements)

Ensure applicable certifications or awards are current and provided to Coordinator, Recreation

Education & Experience

Minimum Qualifications

• Secondary school diploma

• One (1) year of instructing experience

• Current Standard First Aid and CPR C certification

• Current personal training or fitness instructor certification in a recognized organization

• CALA or WaterArt or AQX aquafitness instructor certification

• Excellent customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work well independently and in a team environment

• In accordance with the Corporate Criminal Record Check Policy, the position requires the incumbent to submit a Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening upon employment

Preferred Qualifications

• Attending or graduate of post-secondary degree/diploma in Fitness & Health Promotion

• Two (2) or more years instructing experience in multiple fitness disciplines

• HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Aging

• Fitness: Fitness Instructor Specialist or equivalent

Note to Applicants

This posting is for an existing job vacancy.

The Town is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, accessible, and respectful workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and are dedicated to fair and transparent hiring practices.

We thank all who apply, however only those selected to move forward in the process will be contacted.

Accommodations

Should you be selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources of any accommodations you may require. We will work with you to ensure your full participation in the process.

How to Apply

Interested applicants are invited to apply online at www.milton.ca under the Employment Opportunities section. Please ensure your application is submitted by 11:59 pm on December 31, 2026

If you are currently employed with the Town of Milton, please apply internally through the Jobs Hub app of your Workday account in order for your application to be processed as an internal applicant.

In accordance with the Freedom of Information and Privacy legislation, applicant information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act and will be used strictly for candidate selection.