Seasoned Lead Groundskeeper with solid background in landscape maintenance, design, and project management. Strengths include team leadership, safety enforcement, equipment operation, and plant knowledge. Made substantial impact in previous roles by improving grounds aesthetics and efficiency of operations. Demonstrated ability to maintain high levels of quality control while managing large teams and complex projects.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Custodian
Benjamin Beswick Elementary
Tustin, CA
08.2024 - Current
Improved school cleanliness by performing thorough and regular custodial duties, including sweeping, mopping, and sanitizing surfaces.
Aided in maintaining well-functioning facilities by reporting any necessary repairs or malfunctions to appropriate personnel.
Contributed to a healthy school atmosphere by regularly emptying trash receptacles and recycling bins.
Supported school events by setting up furniture, equipment, and decorations as required.
Vacuuming, mopping, bathroom maintenance.
Custodian
Tustin High School
Tustin, CA
01.2019 - 01.2024
Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
Maintained a well-organized supply closet for easy access to necessary tools.
Custodian
Tustin High School
11.2014 - 06.2023
Assisting with special projects related to custodial care as assigned by supervisor or manager.
Cleaning windows, mirrors, walls, and ceilings; dusting furniture and wiping down surfaces.
Disinfecting high-touch areas including doorknobs, handrails on stairs, escalators, and elevator buttons.
Setting up chairs and tables for events taking place in the building's common areas; organizing supplies for upcoming events.
Ensuring all equipment is properly maintained and serviced regularly according to manufacturer guidelines.
Recycling materials whenever possible in accordance with company policy and local disposal regulations.
Inspecting buildings for safety hazards or damages that need to be addressed; reporting any issues to management immediately.
Completing daily logs detailing work performed each day; updating records of supplies used during shifts.
Maintaining an organized storage area for custodial supplies and equipment; ordering additional items when needed.
Replacing light bulbs and repairing or replacing faulty electrical outlets; performing minor plumbing repairs such as unclogging toilets.
Responding quickly to emergency situations such as flooding or spills in order to minimize damage to property or injury to personnel.
Maintaining the security of the building by locking doors after hours; ensuring all entrances are closed securely.
Sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming floors; cleaning bathrooms, kitchens, and other common areas; emptying trash cans and disposing of waste appropriately.
Ensured that all equipment was properly stored after use.
Monitoring inventory levels of consumable items like toiletries and garbage bags throughout the facility and restocking shelves accordingly.
Stripped, sealed, finished and polished floors to maintain longevity and health.
Operated industrial cleaning equipment to quickly complete custodial tasks.
Inspected exterior and interior of building for service issues and reported damages and needed repairs to supervisor.
Kept building interiors appealing with routine deep cleaning of high-traffic areas.
Lead Groundskeeper
Irvine Unified School District, Lakeside Middle School
Irvine, CA
04.1996 - 01.2024
Applied fertilizers and pesticides according to regulations.
Swept and raked leaves, debris, and other materials from the grounds.
Removed hazardous objects from the grounds, such as broken glass.
Provided support during special events held at the premises.
Cleaned gutters to ensure proper drainage of water away from buildings.
Collected litter from the grounds on a regular basis.
Repaired irrigation systems, including valves, sprinklers, and pipes.
Planted grass seed in areas of bare soil or where needed.
Operated mowers, tractors, and other equipment in a safe manner.
Trimmed trees, shrubs, and hedges using hand tools such as shears and pruners.
Assisted with landscaping projects such as laying sod or planting trees.
Ensured proper safety protocols were followed by staff when using equipment or performing tasks.
Assisted in training new employees on proper use of equipment, safety protocols and other relevant topics.
Coordinated with vendors to obtain supplies necessary for projects or repairs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Irvine High School
Irvine, CA
06-1985
Skills
Landscape maintenance
Pest Control
Irrigation Systems
Heavy machinery
Erosion Control
Hedge and Bush Trimming
Trimming and edging flower beds
New plantings
Chemical Application
Customer Service
Grounds Maintenance
Seasonal Planting
Equipment Maintenance
Effective Communication
Using hand tools
Weed Removal
Detail Oriented
Lawn Aeration
Tree Removal
Mulching gardens
Landscaping and gardening
Facility maintenance and repair
Teamwork and Collaboration
Fertilizer Application
Certification
IVC Supervisor Certified
Cart mobile Certified
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Substitute Custodian
Benjamin Beswick Elementary
08.2024 - Current
Custodian
Tustin High School
01.2019 - 01.2024
Custodian
Tustin High School
11.2014 - 06.2023
Lead Groundskeeper
Irvine Unified School District, Lakeside Middle School