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Alfred Chow-yen

New haven,CT

Summary

I have 17 years of experience in custodial, 3 of which are as a Head custodian and 4 as a General Maintenance sub. I possess superb interpersonal and communication skills and work very well with teams. I understands the importance of staying on task and meeting deadlines.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Custodian

Branford Board Of Education
2022.09 - Current
  • Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows and dusting.
  • Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
  • Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
  • Ran variety of cleaning machines such as floor machines designed to strip, wax, extract and top scrub floors and carpets.
  • Moved furniture for cleaning and set up for special events.
  • Completed routine floor stripping, sealing and finishing.
  • Checked in and stocked inventory throughout facility.
  • Collected, sorted and transported recyclable materials.
  • Reported vandalism or other damage to property to supervisor.
  • Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.

Mail Carrier

East Haven Board Of Education
2018.06 - 2022.09
    • Oversee training of employees
    • Managed departmental budget
    • Managed entire mail drop-off and pickup process
    • Coordinated mail room team's workflow, delegating tasks to all employees
    • Managed office inventory by restocking supplies and placing purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels
    • Drop off bank deposit
    • Weighed letters and packages and calculated costs based on classification, weight, and destination
    • Sorted and placed mail into mailboxes with accuracy and efficiency
    • Distributed mail to board of education Mail rooms
    • Loaded letters onto processing equipment, removed non-processable letters and maintained continuous sorting feed
    • Used automated mail processing equipment to sort and collate mail
    • Picked up incoming stock and delivered materials to designated locations
    • Conducted monthly inventories of raw materials and components
    • Reported carrier-performance metrics and monthly costs reports to executive team
    • Maintained accurate stock records and schedules
    • Identified major problems when mail room equipment malfunctioned and contacted tech service for assistance
    • Diagnosed machinery issues, which included paper jams and handled basic maintenance tasks
    • Inspected truck equipment and supplies and reported problems and safety hazards to supervisors.
    • Directly interacted with Post office to deliver mail, packages and ordered goods.

Custodian

East Haven Board of education
2016.04 - 2018.06
  • Cleaned in and around buildings, prioritizing safety at all times
  • Thoroughly scrubbed and cleaned bathroom fixtures and partitions
  • Dismantled, cleaned and replaced light fixtures
  • Washed and spot-cleaned files, desktops, office glass, partitions, doors and walls
  • Inspected facility and grounds and picked up any trash
  • Spot cleaned furniture and carpet
  • Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing and vacuuming
  • Cleaned windows, glass partitions and mirrors using soapy water, surface cleaner, sponges and squeegees
  • Mixed water and detergents in containers to prepare chemical cleaning solutions
  • Promoted building security by locking doors and checking electrical appliances for safety hazards
  • Set up, arranged and removed decorations, tables, chairs, ladders and scaffolding to prepare facilities for large events
  • Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing and vacuuming.
  • Checked in and stocked inventory throughout facility.
  • Responded immediately to calls from personnel to clean up spills and wet floors.
  • Keep Custodial areas clean, stock and organized.

Custodian

Guilford Parks, Recreation and Seniors Department
2016.03 - 2016.08
  • Cleaned in and around buildings, prioritizing safety at all times.
  • Thoroughly scrubbed and cleaned bathroom fixtures and partitions.
  • Dismantled, cleaned and replaced light fixtures.
  • Washed and spot-cleaned files, desktops, office glass, partitions, doors and walls.
  • Inspected facility and grounds and picked up any trash.
  • Spot cleaned furniture and carpet.
  • Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing and vacuuming.
  • Steam cleaned and shampooed carpeted areas.
  • Cleaned windows, glass partitions and mirrors using soapy water, surface cleaner, sponges and squeegees.
  • Mixed water and detergents in containers to prepare chemical cleaning solutions.
  • Promoted building security by locking doors and checking electrical appliances for safety hazards.
  • Set up, arranged and removed decorations, tables, chairs, ladders and scaffolding to prepare facilities for large events.
  • Scrubbed, top-coated, buffed and varnished hard floors.
  • Collected, sorted and transported recyclable materials.
  • Sanitized bathrooms, showers and locker rooms.
  • Checked in and stocked inventory throughout the facility.
  • Properly labeled and diluted all cleaning solutions.
  • Dusted all furniture and fixtures thoroughly and carefully.
  • Kept janitorial closets clean and organized.
  • Completed routine floor maintenance, including stripping, sealing and finishing.

Custodial Foreman

Chinybrowning LLC
2012.12 - 2016.03
  • Supervised cleaning, maintenance and care of building and grounds.
  • Repaired and calibrated equipment using precision measuring instruments.
  • Diagnosed mechanical problems and determined the best ways to correct them.
  • Followed routine and preventative maintenance checklists.
  • Repaired defective equipment parts.
  • Cleaned windows, glass partitions and mirrors.
  • Cleaned in and around the buildings, prioritizing safety at all times.
  • Hosed down and swept steps and sidewalks.
  • Inspected facility and grounds and picked up any trash.
  • Cleaned windows, glass partitions and mirrors using soapy water, surface cleaner, sponges and squeegees.
  • Promoted building security by locking doors and checking electrical appliances for safety hazards.
  • Mixed, used and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
  • Trained Custodial professionals on correct repair and cleaning procedures.
  • Followed procedures for use of chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors.
  • Maintained floor cleaning and waxing equipment.
  • Completed routine floor maintenance, including stripping, sealing and finishing.
  • Collected trash and emptied receptacles and recycling containers.
  • Responded immediately to calls from personnel to clean up spills and wet floors.
  • Assembled basic furniture and supplies for classrooms.

Head Custodian

New Haven Board of Education
2005.11 - 2012.12
  • Supervised the cleaning, maintenance and care of building and grounds.
  • Properly labeled and diluted all cleaning solutions.
  • Checked in and stocked inventory throughout the facility.
  • Kept Custodial closets clean and organized.
  • Reported the quality of performance on site to managers.
  • Train all onsite custodian members.
  • Cleaned in and around the buildings, prioritizing safety at all times.
  • Inspected facility and grounds and picked up any trash.
  • Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing and vacuuming.
  • Cleaned windows, glass partitions and mirrors using soapy water, surface cleaner, sponges and squeegees.
  • Mixed water and detergents in containers to prepare chemical cleaning solutions.
  • Promoted building security by locking doors and checking electrical appliances for safety hazards.
  • Set up, arranged and removed decorations, tables, chairs, ladders and scaffolding to prepare facilities for large events.
  • Completed routine floor maintenance, including stripping, sealing and finishing.
  • Maintained floor cleaning and waxing equipment.
  • Responded immediately to calls from personnel to clean up spills and wet floors.
  • Mixed, used and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
  • Collected, sorted and transported recyclable materials.
  • Assembled basic furniture and supplies for classrooms.

Education

High School Diploma -

The Sound School
New Haven, CT
2003

Skills

  • Skilled housekeeper
  • Blood borne Pathogen training
  • Able to lift 80 pounds
  • Lawn mowing
  • Chemical cleaners
  • Painting and plastering
  • Strong mechanical aptitude
  • Hand/power tools
  • Extensive experience with Custodial tool and equipment
  • Supervisory experience
  • Project management skills
  • Equipment problem resolution
  • Computer proficient
  • Good communication skills
  • Troubleshooting expert
  • Fast learner
  • Safety-oriented
  • Multi-tasking
  • Self-starter
  • High volume mail room equipment
  • Process improvement
  • Handling and sorting mail
  • Team leadership
  • Mailing restriction expertise
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Workplace safety
  • Defensive driver training
  • Computer-savvy
  • Hardwood, Laminate, Vinyl, and Carpet installation
  • Hardwood refinishing
  • Flooring removal
  • Tile and grout care
  • Upholstery and carpet cleaning
  • Vehicle interiors maintenance
  • Vehicle maintenance
  • Room measurements
  • Registered mail protocols
  • Route Navigation
  • Local area route knowledge
  • Mail-sorting and delivery sequence

Timeline

Custodian

Branford Board Of Education
2022.09 - Current

Mail Carrier

East Haven Board Of Education
2018.06 - 2022.09

Custodian

East Haven Board of education
2016.04 - 2018.06

Custodian

Guilford Parks, Recreation and Seniors Department
2016.03 - 2016.08

Custodial Foreman

Chinybrowning LLC
2012.12 - 2016.03

Head Custodian

New Haven Board of Education
2005.11 - 2012.12

High School Diploma -

The Sound School
Alfred Chow-yen