Jeff Wadkins
Half Moon Bay,CA
Summary
As a newly retired Peace Officer Lifeguard and part time wood artist, I would make a great addition to the team at Jupiter & Main. I look forward to a new and stimulating job opportunity working with great people selling a product I can believe in.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
PEACE OFFICER LIFEGUARD
CA STATE PARKS
06.2003 - 01.2022
- Provided Aquatic Safety and Law Enforcement rescue response for the San Mateo Coast.
- I was a lead Instructor for the CA State Lifeguard program teaching lifeguards state wide.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with my community.
- Built the Half Moon Bay Junior Lifeguard Program from 20 participants per summer in 2008 to 240 participants per summer in 2022.
Emergency Medical Responder Instructor
CA State Parks
01.2008 - 01.2022
- Instructed and tested Field Lifeguards and Rangers with the necessary skills to assess scene safety, patient injuries or illness and need for treatment and or transport.
- Some of the lifesaving skills I instructed were; Aquatic Rescue, CPR, Shock treatment, Life threatening Bleeding control, and scene managment.
Wood Artist
Pacific Worn Lumber
01.2019 - Current
- At PWL I reclaimed wood and made mostly picture frames and small artistic wall hangings.
- I also reclaimed logs and milled slabs that get maid into all types of artistic creations. Tables, benches, wall hangings, bowles,bed frames, cutting and serving boards and everything wooden.
Grocery Clerk
New Leaf Market
05.2001 - 04.2006
- Stocked shelves and organized merchandise displays for easy retrieval.
- Pleasantly greeted customers and provided prompt and courteous service.
- Communicated with customers and staff politely and professionally to uphold store standards.
Food Service Worker
Royal Waikoloan Hotel
06.1996 - 01.2000
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers to enhance service.
- Prepared and served various food and drink items to customer specifications in fast-paced environments.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Cabrillo College
Aptos, CA01.2003
Skills
- Team Driven- I work well with others and find a team mentality has always taken me further
- Customer service- I enjoy talking and working with all ages and types of people
- Organizational skills- I like to stay busy when I'm working I would enjoy building new displays and making sure product is stocked and looking good
- I enjoy learning
Timeline
Wood Artist
Pacific Worn Lumber
01.2019 - Current
Emergency Medical Responder Instructor
CA State Parks
01.2008 - 01.2022
PEACE OFFICER LIFEGUARD
CA STATE PARKS
06.2003 - 01.2022
Grocery Clerk
New Leaf Market
05.2001 - 04.2006
Food Service Worker
Royal Waikoloan Hotel
06.1996 - 01.2000
Associate of Science - Nursing
Cabrillo College
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