ANDRE J. WILLIAMS SR.
Detroit Public Schools
OAKPARK,MI
31
years of professional experience
Dependable custodian with extensive experience in maintaining cleanliness and safety. Skilled in training staff, improving cleaning processes, and ensuring high sanitation standards.
Dedicated custodial professional with a strong background in cleaning and maintenance. Known for effective team collaboration and customer service, consistently enhancing facility cleanliness and safety.
Work History
Custodian
30 Years 10 Months- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation standards in classrooms, restrooms, and common areas.
- Operated cleaning equipment effectively to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Assisted in inventory management of cleaning supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels were maintained.
- Trained new custodial staff on best practices for cleaning procedures and safety protocols.
- Developed efficient workflows for daily cleaning tasks, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to identify maintenance needs and address issues promptly.
- Collaborated with school administration to implement environmentally friendly cleaning solutions.
- Led initiatives to improve waste management practices within the school environment, promoting sustainability efforts.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
- Replaced and refilled paper towel and toilet paper dispensers for users convenience.
- Moved furniture for cleaning and set up for special events.
- Enhanced cleanliness and safety by regularly sanitizing high-touch surfaces.
- Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
- Maintained a well-organized supply closet for easy access to necessary tools.
- Handled spills, accidents and other cleaning emergencies to maintain cleanliness standards throughout assigned shift.
- Collaborated with other custodial staff to complete larger projects efficiently and effectively.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations such as spills or leaks, minimizing damage and ensuring safety.
- Followed safety protocols and safe use of protective gear to prevent injury to self and others.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness in outdoor spaces through regular trash removal, sweeping, and landscaping duties.
- Ensured a healthy learning environment with thorough daily cleaning of classrooms, restrooms, and common areas.
- Ran variety of cleaning machines such as floor machines designed to strip, wax, extract, and top scrub floors and carpets.
- Checked in and stocked inventory throughout facility.
- Deep cleaned or replaced flooring, performing stripping, sealing and finishing tasks.
- Mixed, used, and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
- Reported damages and hazardous conditions to management for further action.
- Supported event setup and tear-down, contributing to successful school functions.
- Reduced waste through efficient use of cleaning supplies and equipment.
- Cleaned equipment and machinery to maintain in optimum working condition.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay up-to-date on best practices in facilities maintenance.
- Contributed to positive first impressions with meticulous upkeep of entrance areas and walkways.
- Increased efficiency by conducting routine inspections on custodial equipment and performing necessary maintenance tasks.
- Reported vandalism or other damage to property to supervisor.
- Streamlined facility maintenance by promptly addressing minor repairs.
- Reduced supply costs through efficient inventory management and judicious use of cleaning supplies.
- Streamlined communication with management regarding maintenance needs, leading to quicker resolution times.
- Fostered positive relationships with building occupants, enhancing cooperation in maintaining clean environment.
- Coordinated with maintenance team to address and resolve facility issues promptly.
- Increased efficiency in cleaning routines by implementing color-coded microfiber system.
- Enhanced community comfort by maintaining outdoor areas, including sidewalks and parking lots, free from debris and snow.
- Improved facility appearance with meticulous floor waxing and carpet cleaning.
- Conducted minor repairs to prevent disruptions, fixing leaks and replacing light bulbs.
- Assisted in achieving higher satisfaction levels among facility users, responding quickly to cleanliness and maintenance requests.
- Bolstered security measures, regularly checking doors and windows for proper closure after hours.
- Ensured hygienic environment by adhering to sanitation protocols in restrooms and kitchen areas.
- Supported event setups and breakdowns, enabling smooth operation of school and corporate events.
- Enhanced building safety by conducting regular security checks and reporting potential hazards.
- Streamlined waste management processes, promoting recycling and sustainability efforts.
- Improved operational efficiency by organizing storage areas for easy access to cleaning supplies and tools.
- Contributed to reduction in complaints related to facility maintenance, regularly inspecting areas for upkeep.
- Fostered safer environment by promptly addressing spillages and potential slip hazards.
- Maintained cleanliness in high-traffic areas, contributing to positive public image of facility.
- Reduced instances of pest infestations by overseeing strict waste disposal and storage policy.
- Used vacuum and shampooers to clean carpeted areas in offices, lobbies and corridors.
- Emptied waste paper and other trash from premises and moved to appropriate receptacles.
- Performed daily facility checklists for cleaning floors, wiping down glass entryways and collecting trash.
- Responded immediately to calls from personnel to clean up spills and wet floors.
- Used power scrubbing and waxing machines to scrub and polish floors.
- Kept public pathways clear of safety hazards and spills with regular checks and attention.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Cleaning and sanitizing
Work independently
Responsible and dependable
Customer service
Team collaboration
Cleaning expertise
Floor cleaning and buffing
Customer service-focused
Custodial machine operation
Work prioritization
Skilled housekeeper
Damage reporting
Heavy lifting
Preventive Maintenance
Work orders
Floor polishing
Sanitation techniques
Facility opening and closing
Waste disposal
Room setup and breakdown
Groundskeeping
Maintenance
Maintenance knowledge
Inventory management
Chemical handling
Employee training
Client communication
Physical stamina
Facilities maintenance
Building maintenance
Furniture moving
Snow removal
Hazardous chemicals handling
Policy and procedure enforcement
Basic repairs
Building inspection
Safe chemical disposal
Timeline
Custodian
Detroit Public Schools
01.1987 - 11.2017Read More
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High School Diploma
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