Benito Hernandez
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in cleaning operations. Known for effective training and mentoring of custodial staff, ensuring safety compliance and optimal equipment maintenance. Ready to enhance facility cleanliness and operational efficiency.
Overview
49
49
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Night Custodian
Fontana Unified School Dostrict
Fontana
05.2012 - 05.2023
- Inspected facilities for cleanliness and safety compliance regularly.
- Trained and mentored custodial staff on effective cleaning techniques, enhancing team skills and service quality.
- Utilized advanced cleaning techniques such as steam cleaning carpets and power washing floors.
- Developed and implemented streamlined cleaning schedules, optimizing staff productivity and ensuring consistent facility cleanliness.
- Coordinated inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment usage.
- Maintained custodial equipment to promote reliable performance and extend operational lifespan.
- Reported any maintenance issues or damages to appropriate personnel.
- Developed and maintained custodial plans for daily, weekly, and monthly tasks.
- Followed all safety protocols while performing custodial duties.
- Organized storage closets used for storing janitorial materials and equipment.
- Maintained records of completed tasks, assigned duties, and hours worked for each team member.
- Stocked bathrooms with necessary supplies such as toilet paper, hand soap, sanitizer.
- Monitored inventory levels of cleaning supplies and equipment.
- Conducted regular inspections of janitorial equipment to ensure it was functioning properly.
- Responded quickly to emergency cleanups or spills during shifts.
- Performed deep cleans on a regular basis in high-traffic areas such as lobbies, restrooms, and kitchens.
- Ensured the safety of staff and visitors by regularly inspecting premises.
- Checked lighting fixtures throughout the building to ensure they were working properly.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries related to custodial services provided by the company.
- Enforced strict adherence to sanitation standards at all times.
- Cleaned up debris from outside grounds after storms or other inclement weather events.
- Ensured compliance with relevant health and safety regulations while performing job duties.
- Assisted in completing minor repairs on site when needed.
- Wiped down various surfaces with approved cleaning products to prevent growth of bacteria and viruses.
- Vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance.
- Wet and spot mopped to clean floors and other surfaces in public corridors.
- Kept building interiors appealing with routine deep cleaning of high-traffic areas.
- Checked and stocked inventory throughout facility to meet expected demands.
- Operated industrial cleaning equipment to quickly complete custodial tasks.
- Discarded cardboard boxes and trash in compactors and balers.
- Maintained accountability for building keys, master keys and access cards.
- Moved equipment and furniture to thoroughly clean space.
- Set up and removed furniture, equipment and supplies required for meetings and special events.
- Stripped, sealed, finished and polished floors to maintain longevity and health.
- Maintained janitorial equipment and performed minor repairs to extend machine life and avoid malfunctions.
- Inspected exterior and interior of building for service issues and reported damages and needed repairs to supervisor.
- Handled, labeled, and safely stored various hazardous chemicals and solutions to prevent injuries.
- Performed landscaping tasks and removed litter to maintain grounds.
- Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping or vacuuming.
- Kept business entrances clean, tidy and professional in appearance.
- Serviced, cleaned and restocked restrooms.
- Completed in-depth restroom cleanings to sanitize partitions, decorations, sinks, counters and mirrors.
- Checked inventory for required supplies and made lists for needed cleaning products.
- Dusted furniture, machines or equipment.
- Used sponges and squeegees to polish windows, glass partitions, and mirrors for a clear appearance.
- Followed company uniform, performance and security policies with every job.
- Monitored supply levels and requested new items to maintain completing daily cleaning tasks.
- Followed chemical cleaner and power equipment procedures to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
- Mixed water and detergents or acids to prepare cleaning solutions.
- Completed deep-cleaning floor buffing, carpet cleaning, duct cleaning and wall washing.
- Followed safety processes for all manual and electric cleaning equipment.
- Moved furniture, equipment or supplies manually or with hand trucks.
- Notified managers of repair needs or additions to building operating systems.
- Completed routine maintenance checks, notifying management of needed repairs.
- Addressed minor maintenance issues, reporting more serious conditions to supervisors for attention from maintenance technicians.
- Cleared snow, leaves, trash and debris from steps, walkways and areas around building entrances and exits, maintaining cleanliness and appearance of premises.
- Steam-cleaned or shampooed carpets.
- Stripped, sealed and polished floors.
- Monitored building security and safety by locking doors or avoiding hazards.
- Pulled chewing gum from undersides of tables, desks, chairs and various other fixtures, discarding gum and sanitizing area.
Lead Custodian
Vons Grocery Store
Fontana
04.1974 - 08.2012
- Supervised custodial staff to ensure adherence to safety and cleaning protocols.
- Managed daily cleaning operations across store facilities and customer areas.
- Trained new employees on equipment usage and sanitation procedures.
- Conducted regular inspections to maintain cleanliness standards throughout the store.
Education
Associate of Arts - School And Grocery Stores For Cleanliness & Safety
Valley College
San Bernardino, CA01-1974
Skills
- Cleaning procedures
- Safety compliance
- Facility inspections
- Equipment maintenance
- Inventory management
- Staff training
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Lead Night Custodian
Fontana Unified School Dostrict
05.2012 - 05.2023
Lead Custodian
Vons Grocery Store
04.1974 - 08.2012
Associate of Arts - School And Grocery Stores For Cleanliness & Safety
Valley College