Dwayne Adlam
Summary
Experienced custodial and core tech professional with a strong background in hospital and commercial environments Skilled in sanitation, sterile transport, equipment handling, and operating industrial cleaning machinery Reliable, safety-conscious, and able to work independently or as part of a team Excellent communication skills with a proven ability to follow instructions and support healthcare operations
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Housekeeping Attendant
Nuvance Hospital
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Cleaned and disinfected patient rooms, bathrooms, and nurse stations
- Stripped, buffed, and waxed floors in public and patient areas
- Supported discharge process and room turnover for new admissions
- Communicated with nurses and supervisors to fulfill urgent cleaning tasks
Sterile Processing Transporter
Northside Hospital (via Staffing Options)
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Transported sterile carts between departments; handled biohazardous materials
- Restocked sterile processing department and maintained a clean work area
- Ensured timely delivery of clean instruments to surgery teams
Core Tech, Surgical Department
Emory Midtown
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Delivered and retrieved surgical tools and scopes; supported sterilization process
- Stocked and prepped surgical rooms with required equipment and trays
- Responded to surgical team requests during operations
- Maintained organization of tools, road-mats, and surgical cores
Building Services Technician
NYU Medical Center
10.2015 - 09.2017
- Performed 7-step cleaning process for patient and public areas
- Operated burnishing/buffing machines to clean and polish hospital floors
- Assisted in bed tracking and communication with hospital departments
- Managed curtain changes, high dusting, and detailed furniture sanitization
Custodian
American Maintenance
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Maintained cleanliness across three academic and physical plant buildings
- Cleaned and sanitized eight restrooms daily; followed chemical safety protocols
- Stripped and waxed floors; vacuumed and mopped classrooms and offices
- Set up facilities for events and handled daily garbage collection
Education
High School Diploma -
Louis D. Brandeis High School
New York, NY01.2009
Skills
- Cleaning Equipment: Buffers, Stripping Machines, Burnishers, Industrial Vacuums
- Processes: Sterile Transport, Hospital Room Turnover, Floor Care (Strip/Wax/Buff), Discharge Room Cleaning
- Software/Tools: Bed Tracking Systems, Inventory Logs, Basic Digital Communication Tools
KEY STRENGTHS
- Dependable, able to work without supervision
- Known for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety
- Strong team player; motivates others and supports team goals
- Learns quickly and adapts to new procedures and tools
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
- Mercedes-Benz Stadium — Custodian (Event-Based) 2018 – Present
- Maintained restrooms and facility cleanliness during events
- Collected garbage and performed floor care across the stadium
- Assisted guests and ensured a safe, clean environment
- BJ’s Wholesale Club — Bakery/Deli Assistant 2022 – 2023
- Prepared bakery orders including cookies, cakes, and pastries
- Decorated baked goods and managed daily restocking and setup
Timeline
Housekeeping Attendant
Nuvance Hospital
01.2022 - 01.2023
Sterile Processing Transporter
Northside Hospital (via Staffing Options)
01.2019 - 01.2020
Core Tech, Surgical Department
Emory Midtown
01.2017 - 01.2019
Building Services Technician
NYU Medical Center
10.2015 - 09.2017
Custodian
American Maintenance
01.2010 - 01.2015
High School Diploma -
Louis D. Brandeis High School