Gregory Ferguson
Washington,DC
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Janitorial Assistant
Veterans on The Rise
Washington, DC
04.2024 - 01.2025
- Cleaned and sanitized bathrooms, sinks, countertops, and mirrors.
- Participated in regular training sessions to update knowledge on cleaning techniques.
- Swept and mopped floors in high-traffic areas.
- Followed all safety protocols when handling hazardous materials or chemicals.
- Provided custodial services for special events as needed.
- Cleaned windows, glass partitions, and mirrors using soapy water or other cleaners.
- Removed snow from walkways using shovels or snow blowers during winter months.
- Reported any damages or maintenance issues to supervisor immediately.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and health and safety regulations.
- Emptied trash receptacles and recycling bins.
- Maintained inventory of janitorial supplies.
- Responded promptly to emergency clean-up requests from staff members.
- Assisted in setting up, arranging, and removing decorations, tables, chairs, and ladders for special events.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of multiple facilities including offices, bathrooms, and kitchen areas.
- Applied pesticides to rid premises of pests such as rodents and insects, following safety procedures.
- Monitored supply levels and requested new items to maintain completing daily cleaning tasks.
Landscaping Worker
Ruppert Landscape
Forestville, Md
02.2023 - 07.2024
- Operated landscaping equipment for efficient project completion.
- Maintained gardens by planting, pruning, and mulching plants.
- Assisted in landscape design and installation for residential properties.
- Collaborated with team members to execute project plans effectively.
- Monitored landscape health and recommended improvements as necessary.
- Communicated with clients to understand their landscaping preferences clearly.
- Improved yard landscaping by addressing grass, trees, bushes and weeds.
- Worked collaboratively with team members in order to complete jobs efficiently and effectively.
- Trimmed around trees and bushes.
- Removed debris from yards and disposed of it in designated areas.
- Performed regular maintenance tasks such as raking leaves, weeding gardens and trimming hedges.
- Adhered to safety protocols while operating machinery or handling hazardous chemicals.
- Transported materials to job sites using trucks or trailers when necessary.
- Spread mulch around trees and flower beds to promote healthy growth.
- Fertilized soil according to instructions provided by the customer or supervisor.
- Watered plants by hand or with automated irrigation systems.
- Assisted with snow removal operations during winter months.
- Performed preventative maintenance to keep equipment in excellent working condition.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues and completed basic repairs to keep equipment working at peak levels.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas, tools, and equipment.
Security Officer
Allied Universal Amazon Security
Arlington, Virginia
06.2023 - 04.2024
- Checked for safety hazards and took corrective action when necessary
- Monitored surveillance cameras and responded to suspicious activity
- Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas
- Responded to alarms and conducted investigations as required
- Maintained accurate logs of all security related activities
- Participated in training sessions to stay up-to-date on current security trends and best practices
- Greeted staff, guests, vendors, contractors upon arrival at the facility entrance
- Investigated any suspicious persons or vehicles on premises and contacted appropriate authorities if necessary
- Prepared detailed reports regarding daily activities, unusual occurrences, maintenance issues
- Monitored entrances and exits for unauthorized personnel or prohibited items being brought onto premises
- Adhered to post orders while maintaining a visible presence around the property
- Provided assistance to other departments as needed such as deliveries from vendors or contractors
- Addressed problems quickly and reported clear information while working under minimal supervision
- Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry
- Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies and regulations
- Checked footage and live feeds from surveillance cameras for trespassers and criminal activity
- Surveyed property to prevent and identify vandalism or disarmed alarm systems
- Provided friendly and professional assistance to employees, visitors and customers
- Maintained high levels of alertness throughout shifts.
HVAC Technician
Reliable Air & Duct
Washington, DC
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Troubleshot and diagnosed issues with HVAC equipment, providing recommendations for remediation
- Installed heating, air conditioning and ventilation equipment and tested for proper operation
- Completed preventive maintenance on heating and air conditioning systems to extend life of such equipment
- Maintained and serviced HVAC systems and refrigeration equipment
- Disassembled units, repaired broken components and restored to operating condition
- Examined heating and air conditioning systems and air compressors for signs of defects or malfunction
- Scan-tested HEPA filters at specified flow rates.
Part-time Residential Monitor
The Community Partnership(Days Inn Hotel)
Washington, DC
01.2018 - 04.2019
- Improved residents outcomes through peer groups
- Communicated program policies and enforced each
- Understood and followed oral and written directions
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills
- Delivered products to customer locations on time
- Delivered residents meals that had reasonable accommodations
- Hourly Routine checks around the facility
- De-escalate conflict situations with residents.
Central Supply Clerk
Howard University Hospital
Washington, DC
04.2017 - 06.2017
- Monitored expiration dates, rotating stock to limit outdated product and removed outdated items from use
- Documented and verified details of incoming and outgoing shipments and organized records and reports
- Verified quality and integrity of sent and received items
- Determined stock levels needed for non-recurring, specialized items based on usage, inventory and projected depletion
- Loaded, unloaded and transported materials to designated locations
- Monitored and replenished reagents and tools to ensure smooth workflow as well as eliminate delays
- Communicated with management or other staff to resolve problems
- Cleaned medical equipment or facilities
- Completed regular inventory counts to document unit equipment
- Managed supply requests, movements and preservation of group supplies
- Prepared unit and organizational supply documents and operated unit-level computers
- Prepared section documentation for all supply- and equipment-related activities.
Education
HVAC-R College of Technology -
Lincoln Tech Columbia Md
High School Diploma -
Cesar Chavez High School
Skills
- Recovering
- Charging
- And Evacuation
- Electricity
- Basic Refrigeration
- Air conditioning
- Refrigeration and Heating Technology
- Climate Control Systems
- Commercial refrigeration control
- Commercial and Industrial refrigeration & AC
- Warm air heating
- Piping and Brazing
- Certified HVAC Technician
- OSHA
- HIPAA
- Customer Service
- Decision Making/Critical Thinking
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Team Building
- Valid Washington DC Driver's License
- Dedicated Team Player
- Excellent Problem Solver
Timeline
Janitorial Assistant
Veterans on The Rise
04.2024 - 01.2025
Security Officer
Allied Universal Amazon Security
06.2023 - 04.2024
Landscaping Worker
Ruppert Landscape
02.2023 - 07.2024
HVAC Technician
Reliable Air & Duct
09.2022 - 03.2023
Part-time Residential Monitor
The Community Partnership(Days Inn Hotel)
01.2018 - 04.2019
Central Supply Clerk
Howard University Hospital
04.2017 - 06.2017
HVAC-R College of Technology -
Lincoln Tech Columbia Md
High School Diploma -
Cesar Chavez High School