Mason Simons
Layton,UT
Summary
Proactive Head Guard with extensive experience in swimmer safety, pool chemical management, and staff training. Successfully managed lifeguard teams, improved staff performance through regular training, and collaborated on facility operations and event planning. Strong communicator with expertise in water safety, CPR/First Aid, and customer service, seeking new opportunities to advance career.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lifeguard
Layton City Recreation
05.2020 - Current
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring pool area and enforcing rules.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
Lifeguard Supervisor
Layton City Recreation
05.2020 - Current
- Checked and balanced pool chemicals to keep the pool running without assistance. Often changing filter baskets, backwashing sand tanks, filling the pool, and troubleshooting the wave machine.
- Managed a team of Lifeguards and Cashiers to create an effective and positive work environment.
- Improved staff performance by teaching regular training sessions.
- Collaborated with patrons to manage private parties
Head Guard
Layton City Recreation
05.2020 - Current
- Collaborated with management to develop strategies for improving overall facility operations.
- Trained new staff including Lifeguards, Supervisors, and Headguards, sharing best practices for maintaining safety standards, building strong teamwork skills, and various essential skills for their position.
- Worked closely with management to plan and conduct facility hosted events throughout the year.
- Planned and instructed staff training, to enhance employee skills and knowledge
Water Safety Instructor
Layton City Recreation
05.2020 - Current
- Instructed students in water safety techniques.
- Demonstrated basic to advanced swim techniques and breathing exercises.
- Reduced incidents of drowning by conducting comprehensive water safety education sessions for various age groups.
- Collaborated with other instructors to develop new teaching strategies, resulting in more effective swim lessons.
Education
High School Diploma -
Davis High School
Kaysville, UT05-2024
Skills
- First Aid certified
- CPR/AED certified
- Lifeguard certified
- Pool chemical management
- Staff training and mentoring
- Strong communicator
- Staff Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Event and Party Planning
Accomplishments
Competed on the state level for High School swimming
Certification
- Water Safety Instructor (WSI) - American Red Cross.
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross.
- Lifeguarding Certification - American Red Cross.
- CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer - American Red Cross.
Timeline
Lifeguard
Layton City Recreation
05.2020 - Current
Lifeguard Supervisor
Layton City Recreation
05.2020 - Current
Head Guard
Layton City Recreation
05.2020 - Current
Water Safety Instructor
Layton City Recreation
05.2020 - Current
- Water Safety Instructor (WSI) - American Red Cross.
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross.
- Lifeguarding Certification - American Red Cross.
- CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer - American Red Cross.
High School Diploma -
Davis High School
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