Aquatics Employment Opportunities

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Join our Aquatics team!

The City of Fontana is searching for responsible teens and young adults who enjoy swimming, working with kids, and have a great attitude and work ethic to join our Aquatics team! If this sounds like you, then you can become a as a Lifeguard or Water Safety Instructor for our upcoming Summer season! 

  • Learn and teach lifesaving skills!
  • Gain great work experience!
  • Earn competitive pay!
  • Flexible availability and scheduling!
  • Make a difference in others' lives!
  • Be a role model for young kids, Junior Lifeguards and aspiring Lifeguards!
  1. Positions Available
  2. Job Application & Testing Timeline
  3. Work Permit

Positions Available

Lifeguard
Hourly Rate$15.45 - $18.81
Position Snapshot
  • Prevent dangerous situations, recognize emergencies and take appropriate action.
  • Effectively enforce pool rules and policies.
Required Certifications
  • Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR and AED Training
  • First Aide for Public Safety Personnel (Title 22)
*Must be at least 15 years of age.


Water Safety Instructor
Hourly Rate$16.84 - $20.49
Position Snapshot
  • Instruct swimming classes in beginning through advanced skills.
  • Swim with proficiency and endurance. 
  • Prevent dangerous situations, recognize emergencies and take appropriate action.
  • Effectively enforce pool rules and policies.
Required Certifications
  • Lifeguard, First Aid, CPR, and AED Training
  • First Aide for Public Safety Personnel (Title 22)
  • Water Safety Instructor.
*Must be at least 16 years of age.


All certification courses offered at the Fontana Park Aquatic Center. Visit the Aquatic Center's website for course offerings and schedules or call 909-854-5111 for more information.