Eduardo Padilla
Seattle,WA
Summary
Dedicated and reliable Lead Transit Custodian at King County Metro, skilled in cleaning expertise and team collaboration. Enhanced facility cleanliness through effective sanitation techniques and proactive problem-solving. Trained staff on safety protocols, ensuring a safe environment while implementing waste management initiatives to promote sustainability.
Overview
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years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Transit Custodian
King County Metro
06.2002 - 05.2009
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation standards across transit facilities and vehicles.
- Operated cleaning equipment, ensuring proper use and maintenance procedures were followed.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify cleaning needs and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline cleaning processes and improve efficiency.
- Implemented waste management initiatives, promoting recycling and sustainability efforts.
- Trained new custodial staff on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Assisted in emergency clean-ups, responding promptly to maintain safe public environments.
- Developed checklists for daily cleaning tasks, enhancing consistency and accountability in operations.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
- Maintained a well-organized supply closet for easy access to necessary tools.
- Moved furniture for cleaning and set up for special events.
- Enhanced cleanliness and safety by regularly sanitizing high-touch surfaces.
- Followed safety protocols and safe use of protective gear to prevent injury to self and others.
- Handled spills, accidents and other cleaning emergencies to maintain cleanliness standards throughout assigned shift.
- Collaborated with other custodial staff to complete larger projects efficiently and effectively.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations such as spills or leaks, minimizing damage and ensuring safety.
- Ran variety of cleaning machines such as floor machines designed to strip, wax, extract, and top scrub floors and carpets.
- Mixed, used, and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
- Reported damages and hazardous conditions to management for further action.
Transit Custodian 2
King County Metro
Seattle, WA
07.1990 - 04.2002
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation standards across facilities to ensure safe environments.
- Operated cleaning equipment, including floor scrubbers and pressure washers, effectively and safely.
- Assisted in training new custodial staff on procedures and safety protocols to enhance team performance.
- Conducted regular inspections of grounds and facilities, identifying areas for improvement in maintenance practices.
Education
High School Diploma - General Studies
Abraham Lincoln High School
San Francisco, CASkills
Cleaning and sanitizing
Work independently
Responsible and dependable
Customer service
Attention to detail
Problem-solving
Time management
Team collaboration
Cleaning expertise
Floor cleaning and buffing
Custodial machine operation
Work prioritization
Sanitation techniques
Work orders
Preventive Maintenance
Maintenance knowledge
Employee training
Inventory management
Chemical handling
Facilities maintenance
Building maintenance
Snow removal
Hazardous chemicals handling
Policy and procedure enforcement
Building inspection
Safe chemical disposal
Minor repairs
Facility maintenance
Crew supervision
Equipment inspection
Supply management
Mechanical troubleshooting
Lock and key management
Work order interpretation
Facility Access control
Timely paperwork completion
Event support
Corrective maintenance
Multitasking and organization
Reliability and punctuality
Languages
Tagalog
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Lead Transit Custodian
King County Metro
06.2002 - 05.2009
Transit Custodian 2
King County Metro
07.1990 - 04.2002
High School Diploma - General Studies
Abraham Lincoln High School