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Garth Olson

Parma,ID

Summary

Dedicated professional with a strong background as a School Custodian, with an emphasis on enhancing cleanliness and promoting a healthy environment. Skilled in cleaning and sanitation, with a keen attention to detail and problem-solving abilities. Proven track record in collaborating effectively with teams and managing time efficiently.

Diligent at maintaining a clean and safe environment in school settings. Successfully addressed various custodial tasks, contributing to positive school atmosphere. Demonstrated effective problem-solving and time management skills to ensure optimal operational efficiency.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience

Work History

School Custodian

Fruitland School District
05.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced school cleanliness by performing daily custodial tasks such as sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming.
  • Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
  • Promoted a healthy learning environment by disinfecting classrooms, restrooms, and common areas on a consistent schedule.
  • Completed specialized deep-cleaning projects during summer breaks to prepare the facility for the upcoming academic year.
  • Assisted with minor maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs, repairing fixtures, and painting walls to keep the facility in good condition.
  • Collaborated with faculty and staff to address specific cleaning requests or concerns in their respective areas.
  • Checked in and stocked inventory throughout facility.
  • Moved furniture for cleaning and set up for special events.
  • Maintained positive relationships with coworkers by providing support in their tasks and sharing knowledge about best practices in custodial work.
  • Completed routine floor stripping, sealing, and finishing.
  • Ran variety of cleaning machines such as floor machines designed to strip, wax, extract, and top scrub floors and carpets.
  • Supported school events by setting up and breaking down furniture, equipment, and decorations as needed.
  • Facilitated a secure campus atmosphere by locking doors after hours while following all security protocols laid out by administrators.
  • Maintained inventory of cleaning supplies and materials while staying within budget constraints set by the school administration.
  • Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
  • Mixed, used, and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
  • Reported vandalism or other damage to property to supervisor.
  • Replaced and refilled paper towel and toilet paper dispensers for users convenience.
  • Handled spills, accidents and other cleaning emergencies to maintain cleanliness standards throughout assigned shift.
  • Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
  • Cleaned equipment and machinery to maintain in optimum working condition.
  • Used hand trucks or manually lifted supplies, equipment and heavy furniture.

Correctional Officer

State of Oregon
07.1995 - 03.2021
  • Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
  • Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
  • Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
  • Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
  • Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
  • Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
  • Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
  • Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
  • Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
  • Enhanced facility security by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential risks.
  • Monitored visitation sessions to ensure compliance with established guidelines and maintain facility security.
  • Assisted medical staff in distributing medications to inmates efficiently while securely handling sensitive materials.
  • Supported mental health initiatives for inmates by connecting them with appropriate resources and services within the facility.
  • Interviewed inmates to obtain information and assess needs.
  • Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
  • Reduced inmate altercations through proactive conflict resolution strategies.
  • Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
  • Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
  • Interviewed inmates to obtain information and evidence.

Aviation Ordnance Technician

United States Marine Corps
08.1985 - 08.1991
  • Scheduled and performed maintenance and repairs on aviation ordnance equipment such as bomb racks, missile launchers, gun turrets, 20mm guns and gun pods.
  • Assisted in the assembly and build up of aviation ordnance to include, 20mm rounds, various rockets and warheads as well as air intercept missiles.
  • Performed function tests on various aviation ordnance equipment such as gun pods, gun turrets, bomb racks and missile launchers.
  • Kept records of maintenance schedules for various aviation ordnance equipment and generate forms to repair equipment as needed.

Education

Associate of Arts - General

Chemeketa Community College
Salem, OR

Skills

  • Punctuality
  • Organizational and planning skills
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Responsible and dependable
  • Team collaboration and work well independently
  • Time management
  • Basic repairs
  • Cleaning and sanitation
  • Floor cleaning and buffing
  • Hazardous chemicals handling

Timeline

School Custodian

Fruitland School District
05.2023 - Current

Correctional Officer

State of Oregon
07.1995 - 03.2021

Aviation Ordnance Technician

United States Marine Corps
08.1985 - 08.1991

Associate of Arts - General

Chemeketa Community College

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