Mia Smits
Austin,TX
Summary
Current lifeguard at Kalahari Resorts and Conventions in Round Rock. Worked as a seasonal lifeguard for Typhoon Texas pflugerville until earning the title of Water Safety Lead. Handled various duties and assignments, such as supervising my zone on stand, responding to emergency situations and completing checks on all our equipment and attractions. A good deal of customer service when assisting guests. Certified in First Aid/CPR/AED.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lifeguard
Kalahari Resorts & Conventions
10.2025 - Current
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
- Scanned main areas to monitor for any safety risks.
- Complied with pool policies and procedures and offered suggestions to staff to maximize safety awareness.
- Entered water immediately to pull struggling swimmers to safety.
Water Safety Lead Seasonal
Typhoon Texas Waterpark
09.2025 - 11.2025
- Instructing guards on what to do and where to go.
- Assisting in emergency situations with guests.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Lifeguard Seasonal
Typhoon Texas Waterpark
05.2025 - 09.2025
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Monitored pools and surrounding areas for adherence to safety protocols.
- Responded to emergency situations in a timely, efficient manner.
- Observed weather and water conditions and alerted visitors to potential dangers.
Lifeguard
Wells Branch Municipal Utility District
05.2024 - 09.2025
- Observed weather and water conditions and alerted visitors to potential dangers.
- Maximized customer satisfaction by greeting pool patrons with courtesy and resolving issues promptly.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
Education
High School Diploma -
Austin Classical School
Austin, TX05-2027
Skills
- Water monitoring
- Hazard removal
- Pool cleaning
- Safety oversight
- Record keeping
- Equipment oversight
- Lifeguard operations
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Lifeguard Certification, Red Cross
- Lifeguard Certification, Ellis and Associates
- Lifeguard Certification, StarGuard Elite
Timeline
Lifeguard
Kalahari Resorts & Conventions
10.2025 - Current
Water Safety Lead Seasonal
Typhoon Texas Waterpark
09.2025 - 11.2025
Lifeguard Seasonal
Typhoon Texas Waterpark
05.2025 - 09.2025
Lifeguard
Wells Branch Municipal Utility District
05.2024 - 09.2025
High School Diploma -
Austin Classical School