Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
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Jake Duquette

Charlottesville,VA

Summary

Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Head Lifeguard

Brooks Family YMCA
Charlottesville, Virginia
02.2025 - Current
  • Supervised a team of lifeguards, providing guidance and instruction to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
  • Communicated effectively with patrons regarding rules, regulations, and policies related to swimming activities.
  • Maintained strong proficiency in CPR, First Aid, and rescue techniques to provide optimal support to individuals in distress.

Lifeguard Instructor

Brooks Family YMCA
Charlottesville, Virginia
11.2024 - Current
  • Instructed lifeguarding skills to diverse groups of participants.
  • Instructed classes on safety and rescue techniques for lifeguards, such as CPR, first aid, and water-rescue skills.
  • Encouraged positive attitudes among swimmers by providing constructive criticism when necessary.

Catering Assistant

The Catering Outfit
Charlottesville, Virginia
01.2022 - 01.2024
  • Assisted in setting up and breaking down catering events efficiently.
  • Provided excellent customer service during events, addressing guest needs promptly.
  • Served guest tables by transporting meals and beverages from kitchen and bar areas.

Education

High School Diploma -

Monticello
Charlottesville, VA
05-2025

Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts And Sciences

Virgnia Tech
Blacksburg, VA

Skills

  • Collaboration
  • Positive attitude
  • Leadership
  • Problem solving
  • Effective communication
  • CPR certification
  • Lifeguard certification
  • Team building

Affiliations

  • 1st team all central virginia in lacrosse
  • Chess club
  • Founder of the mens mental health club
  • Participated in morgens message meetings
  • Volunteered at morningside (assisted living home)
  • Assisted in creating a podcast for veteran's to tell their stories at an assisted living home

Accomplishments

  • Captain of varsity lacrosse
  • Head of chess club

Certification

  • Lifeguard certification
  • Lifeguard instructor certification

Timeline

Head Lifeguard

Brooks Family YMCA
02.2025 - Current

Lifeguard Instructor

Brooks Family YMCA
11.2024 - Current

Catering Assistant

The Catering Outfit
01.2022 - 01.2024

High School Diploma -

Monticello

Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts And Sciences

Virgnia Tech