Dennis Whaley
Toledo,OH
Summary
History of effectively overseeing safety and daily operations of custodial teams. Familiar with School Janitorial practices and standards. Diligent and resourceful leader adept at complex problem-solving and conflict management. Effective at managing wide range of custodial jobs and correctly training team members to complete each. Decisive leader with top-notch communication and relationship-building skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every Visitor a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Delivery Driver
All Aspects Construction
Toledo, OH
08.2020 - Current
- Delivered goods in a timely fashion while adhering to speed limits and other traffic regulations.
- Transported and safely delivered items to prevent damage or loss.
- Drove safely in all weather conditions including rain, snow, sleet, ice.
- Navigated routes with relevant map programs and GPS systems.
- Received daily delivery instructions and route assignments from dispatch.
Boiler/Building Operator
Toledo Public Schools
Toledo, OH
03.2015 - 08.2020
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed within the building.
- Operated boilers and chillers according to safety protocols.
- Cleaned air-handling units, filters, cooling towers, pumps, fans, coils.
- Scheduled regular maintenance visits from outside contractors when necessary.
- Conducted inspections of electrical and mechanical equipment to ensure safe operation.
- Performed preventative maintenance on HVAC systems, pumps, and motors.
- Checked building's security system daily for any irregularities.
- Ensured that all fire protection systems were in proper working order.
- Coordinated repairs with vendors or subcontractors when needed.
- Repaired and replaced broken or malfunctioning parts in a timely manner.
- Directed maintenance and operations of facility systems to minimize service interruptions.
- Supervised vendors and contracts to support office environment.
- Established department goals and deadlines.
- Prepared and reviewed operational reports and schedules to drive accuracy and efficiency.
- Wrote and filled reports for all accidents and injuries.
- Helped team members use supplies efficiently to achieve department objectives and reduce waste.
- Assigned specific tasks to individual team members and evaluated performance.
- Ordered replacement parts when needed for malfunctioning equipment utilized by custodians.
- Documented incidents or accidents involving custodial staff members and reported them to management immediately.
- Inspected restrooms regularly and ensured that they were stocked with necessary supplies.
- Resolved conflicts between custodian personnel in a professional manner.
- Assigned duties to custodial staff members and monitored their performance.
- Maintained accurate records of time worked, supplies ordered, and equipment repairs.
- Monitored the cleanliness of all areas within the facility on a daily basis.
Grounds Maintenance Worker
Toledo Public Schools
Toledo , OH
11.2014 - 03.2015
- Cleared debris from sidewalks, driveways and parking lots using hand tools or power equipment.
- Kept outdoor spaces looking clean and inviting with regular removal of leaves, sticks and other debris.
- Operated vehicles and equipment safely to minimize risks to people and property.
- Maintained and repaired a variety of grounds equipment, such as mowers, edgers, trimmers, blowers, and hedge clippers.
- Weeded gardens by hand or with the use of herbicides; mulched flower beds to retain moisture.
- Operated tractors with attachments such as mowing decks, snow blades and sprayers.
- Pruned trees and bushes regularly for optimal shaping and better growth in upcoming seasons.
- Mowed and trimmed yards every weekly in line with maintenance standards.
- Performed routine maintenance on all turf grass areas including aeration, fertilization, seeding and pesticide applications.
School Custodian
Toledo Public Schools
Toledo, OH
11.2004 - 11.2014
- Swept, mopped and vacuumed floors, stairs and carpets on a daily basis.
- Cleaned and sanitized all classrooms, restrooms, hallways and other common areas in the school.
- Emptied trash cans in all classrooms, offices, restrooms and hallways each morning.
- Kept building interiors appealing with routine deep cleaning of high-traffic areas.
- Replenished restroom supplies such as soap, paper towels and toilet tissue.
- Notified supervisor of any maintenance needs identified while performing custodial duties.
- Assisted with special events at the school by setting up tables, chairs and decorations.
- Ensured that proper safety procedures were followed when using hazardous chemicals or operating machinery or equipment.
- Reported any unsafe conditions found within the facility to appropriate personnel.
- Moved equipment and furniture to thoroughly clean space.
- Wet and spot mopped to clean floors and other surfaces in public corridors.
- Operated industrial cleaning equipment to quickly complete custodial tasks.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations such as fires or spills involving hazardous materials.
- Maintained janitorial supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
Delivery Driver/ Equipment Technician
MercyHealthEquip
Toledo, OH
03.2001 - 07.2003
- Provided technical support to customers regarding the use and maintenance of their medical equipment.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed during the installation process.
- Received incoming shipments of new medical equipment, inspected it for damages, and reported any discrepancies to management immediately.
- Ordered replacement parts for damaged or defective pieces of medical equipment.
- Installed and tested medical equipment in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
- Verified accuracy of medical equipment installation by conducting routine tests.
- Troubleshot any issues related to malfunctioning or improperly installed medical equipment.
- Maintained accurate records of installed medical equipment, including serial numbers and model types.
- Repaired broken components on existing pieces of medical equipment using specialized tools.
- Performed preventative maintenance on medical equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Trained patients on how to properly operate medical equipment.
Delivery Driver/ Equipment Technician
Medicare Orthopedic
Oregon, OH
01.1995 - 03.2001
- Performed preventative maintenance on medical equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Troubleshot any issues related to malfunctioning or improperly installed medical equipment.
- Maintained accurate records of installed medical equipment, including serial numbers and model types.
- Received incoming shipments of new medical equipment, inspected it for damages, and reported any discrepancies to management immediately.
- Repaired broken components on existing pieces of medical equipment using specialized tools.
- Provided technical support to customers regarding the use and maintenance of their medical equipment.
- Verified accuracy of medical equipment installation by conducting routine tests.
- Ordered replacement parts for damaged or defective pieces of medical equipment.
- Worked from complex and detailed manufacturing documentation and verbal instructions.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed during the installation process.
- Trained patients on how to properly operate medical equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Morrison R Waite High School
Toledo, OH06-1993
Skills
- Equipment Operation
- Load Balancing
- Facility Maintenance
- Supply Management
- Equipment Repair
- Groundskeeping
- Inventory Management
- Safe Chemical Disposal
- Equipment Inspection
- Customer Service-Focused
- Floor Cleaning and Buffing
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Employee Training
- Team Collaboration
- MSDS Knowledge
- Room Setup and Breakdown
- Policy and Procedure Enforcement
Timeline
Delivery Driver
All Aspects Construction
08.2020 - Current
Boiler/Building Operator
Toledo Public Schools
03.2015 - 08.2020
Grounds Maintenance Worker
Toledo Public Schools
11.2014 - 03.2015
School Custodian
Toledo Public Schools
11.2004 - 11.2014
Delivery Driver/ Equipment Technician
MercyHealthEquip
03.2001 - 07.2003
Delivery Driver/ Equipment Technician
Medicare Orthopedic
01.1995 - 03.2001
High School Diploma -
Morrison R Waite High School