Gavin Pike
San Diego,CA
Summary
Reliable and adaptable worker with exceptional monitoring abilities and understanding of changing conditions. Accustomed to handling large crowds and dealing with dangerous environments. Hardworking and dedicated to maintaining a safe physical and mental environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Ocean Lifeguard
City Of Laguna Beach
03.2021 - Current
- Responded promptly to emergencies on beach and in water, administered first aid and coordinated hospital transportation.
- Patrolled beach to check on beach-goers and identify unauthorized activities such as alcohol use.
- Educated swimmers on safety requirements and enforced strict rules to protect beachgoers.
Junior Lifeguard Instructor
City Of Laguna Beach
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Supervised and monitored students' safety and education in harsh ocean conditions.
- Observed and evaluated students' work to determine progress, provide feedback and make suggestions for improvement in safety and skill.
- Engaged students in practical scenarios that elicited critical thinking, creativity, collaboration and communication.
Retail Floor Worker
Jack's Surfboards
11.2020 - 05.2021
- Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections and purchases.
- Monitored sales floor and merchandise displays for presentable condition, taking corrective action such as restocking or reorganizing products.
- Informed customers of current store promotions to encourage additional sales purchases.
Surf Instructor
Pike Surf School
06.2016 - 08.2019
- Informed students of safe ocean practices and surf etiquette.
- Empowered guests and built confidence by training on techniques and praising good performance.
- Encouraged participation and increased enjoyment with fun routines and an uplifting approach.
- Communicated with parents and ensured an overall sense of assurance and peace among students and accompanying adults.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies
Point Loma Nazarene University
San Diego, CA05.2026
Skills
- Constructive Feedback
- Customer Satisfaction
- Active Listening
- Emergency Awareness
- Law Enforcement Coordination
- Strength Training
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Medical Response
- Critical Thinking
- Positive Learning Environment
Timeline
Junior Lifeguard Instructor
City Of Laguna Beach
06.2021 - 08.2022
Ocean Lifeguard
City Of Laguna Beach
03.2021 - Current
Retail Floor Worker
Jack's Surfboards
11.2020 - 05.2021
Surf Instructor
Pike Surf School
06.2016 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies
Point Loma Nazarene University
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