Danny Navarro Jr.
Blythe,CA
Summary
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Custodian
Palo Verde Unified School District
Blythe, CA
02.2020 - Current
- Sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming floors; cleaning bathrooms, kitchens, and other common areas; emptying trash cans and disposing of waste appropriately. Recently, I worked for Ruth Brown Elementary School, and previously, I worked at Palo Verde High School, Felix J. Felix J. Appleby Elementary, Margaret White Elementary, and the Headstart.
Substitute Custodian/Groundskeeper/Maintenance
Palo Verde Unified School District
Blythe, CA
05.2019 - Current
- Swept, mopped and buffed floors; vacuumed carpets; emptied waste containers and recycling bins.
- Maintained the cleanliness of classrooms, restrooms, hallways and other areas within the school.
- Cleaned windows, doors and walls; washed blinds and replaced light bulbs.
- Performed minor repairs to furniture, equipment or fixtures as needed.
- Assisted with setting up for events such as assemblies, meetings or special programs.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations requiring custodial services.
- Stocked supplies in restrooms, break rooms and other areas as needed.
- Inspected buildings for safety hazards or broken items needing repair.
- Checked fire extinguishers monthly and reported any issues to supervisor.
- Provided assistance to staff members with questions about building maintenance needs.
- Used cleaning products safely according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Operated power floor scrubbers when necessary for deep cleaning tasks.
- Replenished restroom paper products on a regular basis throughout shift.
- Removed graffiti from walls using appropriate chemicals when necessary.
- Completed additional tasks assigned by supervisor in a timely manner.
- Trained new substitute custodians on proper use of tools and equipment.
- Moved equipment and furniture to thoroughly clean space.
- For grounds maintained, landscape for school sites, and maintained grounds equipment, including mowers, tractors, edgers, chainsaws, etc.
- For maintenance, I ran electrical lines, plumbing, miscellaneous repairs to equipment, fire alarm repairs, and miscellaneous repairs at school sites.
Utility Maintenance Worker/Heavy Equipment Operator
Palo Verde Irrigation District
Blythe, CA
08.2018 - 04.2019
- Maintained and constructed canals and waterways.
- Operated and maintained heavy equipment, including excavators, loaders, bulldozers, forklifts, dump trucks, and other machinery.
- Responded to emergency calls for utilities repair services after normal working hours.
- Conducted routine inspections of all utilities systems to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Followed detailed instructions from supervisors while performing tasks.
- Routinely inspected equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance needs.
Driver/Sales Representative
XPO Logistics
Blythe, CA
07.2002 - 04.2018
- Delivered products to customers in a timely and safe manner, including commercial and residential.
- Supervised maintenance and repair for over 60 forklifts.
- Part of the safety committee.
- Trained new employees on warehouse dock procedures, policies, and safe work habits.
- Developed relationships with customers to ensure repeat business.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on assigned vehicles.
- Adhered to all safety regulations while driving and loading and unloading products.
- Communicated regularly with dispatch regarding route changes or delays due to traffic conditions.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on vehicles, such as checking fluid levels and tire pressure.
- Reported any mechanical issues with delivery vehicles promptly to supervisor for repair or replacement.
- Investigated customer complaints regarding incorrect orders or damaged items.
- Followed established protocols for handling hazardous materials safely.
- Inspected cargo prior to loading onto delivery vehicle for proper securing according to company standards.
Security and Fire Alarm Installer
SimplexGrinnell
Norfolk, VA
09.1998 - 08.2002
- Installed and tested fire alarm systems in accordance with NFPA 72 standards.
- Conducted system inspections, testing, maintenance, and repairs of existing fire alarm systems.
- Performed troubleshooting on smoke detectors, pull stations, horns and strobes, and other related components.
- Programmed fire alarm control panels to meet customer requirements.
- Conducted periodic preventive maintenance activities on installed systems.
- Communicated regularly with customers to ensure satisfaction with work performed.
Airman
United States Navy, Unit
Norfolk, VA
02.1995 - 02.1998
- Promoted to the status of Flight Deck Director in the first year.
- Manage flight deck operations, including the launching and recovery of aircraft operations.
- Trained flight deck personnel on policies, procedures, and safety.
- Crash and salvage trainee.
- Received honorable discharge.
Education
High School Diploma -
Palo Verde High School
Blythe, CA06-1994
Skills
- Employee training
- Customer service
- Plumbing repairs
- Responsible and dependable
- Inventory management
- Work orders
- Equipment Repair
- Preventive Maintenance
- Yard maintenance
- Hazardous chemicals handling
- Groundskeeping
- Facilities maintenance
- Maintenance knowledge
- Equipment operation
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Damage reporting
- Routine Inspections
- Equipment inspection
- Supply delivery
Affiliations
- I enjoy outdoor activities with my friends and family including hiking, fishing, hunting, the river and camping.
Timeline
Custodian
Palo Verde Unified School District
02.2020 - Current
Substitute Custodian/Groundskeeper/Maintenance
Palo Verde Unified School District
05.2019 - Current
Utility Maintenance Worker/Heavy Equipment Operator
Palo Verde Irrigation District
08.2018 - 04.2019
Driver/Sales Representative
XPO Logistics
07.2002 - 04.2018
Security and Fire Alarm Installer
SimplexGrinnell
09.1998 - 08.2002
Airman
United States Navy, Unit
02.1995 - 02.1998
High School Diploma -
Palo Verde High School
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