I’m Owen Pearce, a dedicated lifeguard supervisor and swim instructor based in Richmond, BC. I currently oversee up to 15 lifeguards and 7 instructors at an $80 million facility, ensuring safety, scheduling, sanitation, and calm under pressure. I thrive in fast-paced environments and excel at communicating with people of all ages, from 1 to 70, including navigating language barriers. I’m pursuing humanities studies at the University of Victoria, building toward a future in business with a focus on community-oriented roles. My hands-on experience in public service and team leadership informs a practical, people-first approach to work.

Owen Pearce

I’m Owen Pearce, a dedicated lifeguard supervisor and swim instructor based in Richmond, BC. I currently oversee up to 15 lifeguards and 7 instructors at an $80 million facility, ensuring safety, scheduling, sanitation, and calm under pressure. I thrive in fast-paced environments and excel at communicating with people of all ages, from 1 to 70, including navigating language barriers. I’m pursuing humanities studies at the University of Victoria, building toward a future in business with a focus on community-oriented roles. My hands-on experience in public service and team leadership informs a practical, people-first approach to work.

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I’m Owen Pearce, a dedicated lifeguard supervisor and swim instructor based in Richmond, BC. I currently oversee up to 15 lifeguards and 7 instructors at an $80 million facility, ensuring safety, scheduling, sanitation, and calm under pressure. I thrive in fast-paced environments and excel at communicating with people of all ages, from 1 to 70, including navigating language barriers.

I’m pursuing humanities studies at the University of Victoria, building toward a future in business with a focus on community-oriented roles. My hands-on experience in public service and team leadership informs a practical, people-first approach to work.

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Experience Level

Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Head Lifeguard / Supervisor and Swim Instructor at City of Richmond
August 10, 2024 - Present
Responsible for overseeing up to 15 lifeguards and 7 swim instructors, plus an $80 million facility accommodating 300-700 patrons. Gained experience in personnel relations, team scheduling, sanitation, and working under pressure in major first aid incidents. As a Swim Instructor, developed skills in communicating with people across ages 1-70 and navigating language barriers.

Education

Dogwood Diploma at Vancouver College
September 1, 2019 - June 1, 2024
Photography Courses at Vancouver College
September 1, 2019 - June 1, 2024
Bachelor of Humanities (in progress) at University of Victoria
September 1, 2025 - May 8, 2026

Qualifications

First Aid Certification
January 11, 2030 - May 8, 2026

Industry Experience

Government, Healthcare, Education, Professional Services, Other