SOLOMON L. EDMONDS
Chula Vista,CA
Summary
Experienced professional with a strong background in safety and leadership within aquatic environments. Skilled in training lifeguards and maintaining adherence to safety protocols. Recognized for promoting teamwork and effectively navigating challenging situations. Highly regarded for exceptional communication skills and sound decision-making capabilities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lifeguard Instructor
Naval Air Station North Island (MWR)
Coronado, CA
06.2023 - Current
- Instructed lifeguard training courses, enhancing participant skills and safety awareness.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans to ensure effective learning outcomes for trainees.
- Evaluated student performance through practical assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Mentored junior lifeguards, fostering a collaborative environment and sharing best practices.
- Improved swimmer safety by consistently enforcing pool rules and regulations.
- Expanded program offerings by continuously updating certifications and qualifications as a Lifeguard Instructor.
Lifeguard
Jewish Community Center of La Jolla
La Jolla, CA
03.2023 - Current
- Monitored pool area to ensure safety and prevent accidents.
- Enforced facility rules and regulations to maintain a safe environment.
- Conducted regular safety drills to enhance team preparedness and response times.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Provided exceptional customer service, fostering a welcoming atmosphere for patrons.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
Dishwasher
Texas Roadhouse
Tampa, FL
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Operated commercial dishwashers and maintained cleanliness standards for kitchenware.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure the timely availability of clean dishes and utensils.
- Trained new team members on proper cleaning protocols and equipment operation.
- Enforced safety guidelines to maintain a hazard-free workplace environment.
- Increased performance reliability under pressure by consistently meeting fast-paced dishwashing demands, even during the busiest service periods.
- Troubleshot equipment malfunctions and completed minor repairs to keep equipment functioning.
Scooter Monitor
Center City Development & Operations (CCDO)
San Antonio, TX
07.2021 - 05.2022
- Patrol the city of San Antonio to ensure electric scooters adhere to city parking regulations
- Walk 15,000-20,000 steps on a daily basis to pick up, move, and reposition 60-70 scooters to an upright position in designated scooter parking areas
- Follow city parking policies by ensuring electric scooters are not obstructing walkways or streets and are not parked near bus stops, entryways, and loading areas
- Immediately engage Parking Enforcement (311) in the event there are four or more scooters out of compliance with city regulations
Customer Service Representative
Provenir Healthcare
San Antonio, TX
05.2021 - 06.2021
- Checked in patients who came in for COVID-19 vaccines by confirming their identity and appointment date/time
- Monitored patients post-vaccine for at least 15 minutes to ensure health stability
- Assisted the clinic in various ways outside of job duties, such as sanitizing rooms, cleaning walkways, and organizing clinical supplies
- Maintained and enforced strict cleanliness and social distancing policies regarding COVID-19 to ensure both employee and patient safety
Delivery Driver
Zeus Lightning Services LLC
San Antonio, TX
02.2021 - 04.2021
- Drove Lowe's delivery trucks to deliver and install Lowe's appliances to various customers throughout the city
- Delivered and installed approximately 10-16 appliances, such as different types of refrigerators, washing machines, dryers, and gas and electric stoves, during each shift
- Partnered with one to two team members to safely load and unload new and used customer appliances onto and from delivery trucks
- Ensured customer was satisfied with the product and delivery before leaving the premise and escalated any issues to Lowe's and my supervisor
Lifeguard
San Mateo Athletic Club (SMAC)
San Mateo, CA
03.2020 - 11.2020
- Guarded patrons and enforced pool regulations on a daily basis
- Immediately assisted or rescued patrons in the event that patrons appeared to be struggling in the pool or called for help
- Cleaned pool and surrounding area with various chemicals and monitored water temperatures
- Trained and developed lifeguarding skills, such as 911 procedures, emergency shutdowns, and lifeguard rescues
Lifeguard/Swim Instructor
Moraga Country Club
Moraga, CA
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Guarded patrons and enforced pool regulations on a daily basis
- Administered swim tests to children in a 50-meter pool
- Immediately assisted or rescued patrons in the event that patrons appeared to be struggling in the pool or called for help
- Cleaned pool and surrounding area with various chemicals and monitored water temperatures
- Trained and developed lifeguarding skills daily such as 911 procedures, emergency shutdowns, and lifeguard rescues
Lifeguard/Swim Teacher
La Petite Baleen
San Francisco, CA
02.2019 - 08.2019
- Guarded patrons and enforced pool regulations on a daily basis
- Taught 8-10 basic and advanced tier strokes from swim curriculum to over 35 children, ranging from 2 months old to 12 years old
- Effectively demonstrated multitasking by teaching children in groups of 4-6 every class session
Lifeguard
Naval Air Station North Island
Coronado, CA
05.2018 - 11.2018
- Guarded patrons, enforced pool regulations on daily basis and rotated at a variety of guard towers on the beach
- Administered swim tests to children in a 50-meter pool
- Cleaned pool and surrounding area with various chemicals and monitored water temperatures
- Trained and developed lifeguarding skills daily such as 911 procedures, emergency shutdowns, and lifeguard rescues
Education
Sinclair Community College
Dayton, Ohio05.2015
High School Diploma -
Life Skills Center of Dayton High School
Dayton, Ohio05.2014
Skills
- Customer service
- Team management
- Staff supervision
- Emergency response
- Swimming proficiency
- Public safety
- Physical fitness
- Lifeguard training
- First and CPR instruction
- Safety oversight
- Rule enforcement
- Certified in CPR/AED
Certification
- CPR, First Aid, Emergency Oxygen, and Lifeguarding Red Cross Certification - 2024-2026
- Safety training for swim coaches certification - 2024-2026
- Lifeguard management certification - 2024-2026
- Lifeguard Instructor r.24 - 2024-2026
Timeline
Lifeguard Instructor
Naval Air Station North Island (MWR)
06.2023 - Current
Lifeguard
Jewish Community Center of La Jolla
03.2023 - Current
Dishwasher
Texas Roadhouse
09.2022 - 03.2023
Scooter Monitor
Center City Development & Operations (CCDO)
07.2021 - 05.2022
Customer Service Representative
Provenir Healthcare
05.2021 - 06.2021
Delivery Driver
Zeus Lightning Services LLC
02.2021 - 04.2021
Lifeguard
San Mateo Athletic Club (SMAC)
03.2020 - 11.2020
Lifeguard/Swim Instructor
Moraga Country Club
08.2019 - 03.2020
Lifeguard/Swim Teacher
La Petite Baleen
02.2019 - 08.2019
Lifeguard
Naval Air Station North Island
05.2018 - 11.2018
Sinclair Community College
High School Diploma -
Life Skills Center of Dayton High School
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