Nolan Matteson
Aliso Viejo,CA
Summary
Dedicated former lifeguard with CPR certification and strong communication skills, recognized for enhancing swimmer safety at Premier Aquatics. Proven ability to respond effectively in emergencies and maintain high hygiene standards, ensuring a clean and inviting environment. Committed to customer satisfaction and adept at problem-solving, contributing to a positive experience for all patrons.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Baker
Crumbl Cookies
Laguna Niguel, CA
09.2025 - Current
- Oversaw daily baking operations to ensure product quality and consistency.
- Monitored oven temperatures and baking times to achieve optimal results in finished products.
- Assisted management in maintaining a clean and organized work environment for safety compliance.
- Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.
- Developed and implemented efficient production workflows to enhance productivity.
- Maintained inventory levels for ingredients and supplies to support baking processes.
Sales Associate
Hollister
Mission Viejo, CA
11.2025 - 01.2026
- Assisted customers in product selection, enhancing overall shopping experience.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring timely restocking of popular items.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain store presentation and cleanliness standards.
- Worked as a seasonal employee
Lifeguard
Premier Aquatics
Aliso Viejo, CA
01.2025 - 09.2025
- 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.
- Maintained a clean and safe facility, performing necessary cleaning tasks on a daily basis.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Responded to emergency situations in a timely, efficient manner.
- Uphold hygiene standards in pool and surrounding area.
- Handled incident reporting accurately and efficiently, documenting any occurrences that required intervention or assistance from lifeguard staff.
- Maximized customer satisfaction by greeting pool patrons with courtesy and resolving issues promptly.
Pool Cleaner
Corey Matteson Pools
Laguna Niguel, CA
06.2022 - 08.2024
- Brushed walls, cleaned tiles and vacuumed pool floors to prevent build-up of grime and algae.
- Improved pool water quality by performing regular chemical testing and adjusting treatment levels accordingly.
- Reduced algae growth with regular brushing of pool walls and floor, ensuring a clean and inviting atmosphere for swimmers.
- Skimmed pool surfaces before emptying skimmer baskets.
- Completed backwash procedures using various types of filters.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing thorough pool cleaning services, including vacuuming, skimming, and scrubbing.
- Maintained safe pool water quality levels using different chemicals.
- Prevented costly pool repairs by routinely checking pumps, filters, and other essential equipment for optimal functionality.
- Organized inventory of chemicals and supplies for individual jobs, minimizing unnecessary trips back to headquarters throughout the day.
- Supported clients in troubleshooting minor issues over the phone or email, reducing downtime for their pools and spas.
Education
No Degree - Senior
Aliso Niguel High School
Aliso Viejo, CA06.2026
Skills
- Strong communicator
- Effective problem-solver
- Leadership qualities
- First aid
- Patience and empathy
- Physical fitness
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability in emergencies
- Public safety
- Team bonding
- General maintenance
- Emergency response
- Public safety knowledge
- Safety training
- Complex Problem-solving
- Water rescue techniques
- Safety oversight
- Patron support
- Lifeguard operations
- Team building
- Chemical level testing
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Licensed Lifeguard with Premier Aquatics, 01/01/25 to 01/01/26
- ServSafe Certified
- Track and Field Varsity Competitor
Accomplishments
- Varsity Track and Field Competitor, 05/01/25
- Completed first year of Culinary School at Aliso Niguel High School
- Took Culinary first year at Aliso Niguel and got certified as a cook
- Took Stagecraft as a workshop class to help build the sets for the upcoming plays
Athletic Achievements
- Competed in Varsity Pole Vaulting and Fresh Soph Pole Vaulting last year.
- This year I also competed in Varsity 100 m dash.
Timeline
Sales Associate
Hollister
11.2025 - 01.2026
Baker
Crumbl Cookies
09.2025 - Current
Lifeguard
Premier Aquatics
01.2025 - 09.2025
Pool Cleaner
Corey Matteson Pools
06.2022 - 08.2024
No Degree - Senior
Aliso Niguel High School