Geoffrey Conrad
Sharon
Summary
Skilled in facilities and grounds maintenance, demonstrated at Dartmouth College, I excel in leveraging mechanical troubleshooting and time management skills to enhance operational efficiency. My proactive approach in hazardous chemicals handling and policy enforcement has significantly improved safety protocols, showcasing a commitment to excellence and achievement in building maintenance.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Custodian
Dartmouth College
02.2019 - Current
- Mixed, used, and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
- Checked in and stocked inventory throughout facility.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
- Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
- Moved furniture for cleaning and set up for special events.
- Ran variety of cleaning machines such as floor machines designed to strip, wax, extract, and top scrub floors and carpets.
- Deep cleaned or replaced flooring, performing stripping, sealing and finishing tasks.
Subcontractor
Self
01.2013 - 12.2019
- Monitored OSHA compliance standards at job site.
- Delivered high level of service to all customers and effectively resolved issues.
- Pressed paper tape into joints to reinforce drywall and hide imperfections.
- Filled joints between panels with multiple layers of compound to strengthen and smooth drywall and drywall joints.
- Prepared panels by sawing, drilling or cutting holes for electrical outlets, air-conditioning units and plumbing.
- Inspected surfaces to evaluate quality and applied extra attention to fill in holes and rectify errors.
- Achieved precise installation requirements by cutting and fitting drywall to accommodate corners and edges.
- Promoted use of proper PPE and safety equipment to safeguard teams and equipment.
- Used diverse variety of tools and equipment for safe installation of drywall.
- Worked closely with general contractor on completion of punchlist tasks.
- Leveraged blueprints and layout plans to install drywall and prepare for painting.
- Prepared trim, walls and ceilings for painting by cleaning, smoothing, and priming.
- Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
- Evaluated completed work for quality and adherence to standards and client requirements.
- Performed regular preventive maintenance on tools and equipment to support best quality of work.
- Used airless sprayers, rollers, brushes and other painting tools to accomplish job tasks.
Deli Clerk
Coop Food Stores NH
10.2008 - 10.2013
- Took special orders for event catering and party trays, assisting customers by recommending additional items, condiments, and garnishes.
- Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Listened to customer requests and suggested additional menu items as appropriate to upsell products.
- Delivered exemplary customer service to guests, even in peak business periods to promote retention.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Prepared salads, soups and sandwiches for customers.
- Used boning knife, skewers and twine to shape, lace, and tie roasts.
- Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork, and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
Subcontractor
Self
01.2005 - 10.2008
- Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
- Painted indoor areas such as hallways, bathrooms, and lobbies.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
- Protected surfaces from damage and spills by using drop cloths prior to and during painting.
- Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
- Evaluated completed work for quality and adherence to standards and client requirements.
- Mixed and blended paints according to specified colors and consistency.
- Patched cracks, holes and other imperfections in walls and other surfaces.
Subcontractor
Englebirth Construction
01.2001 - 01.2005
- Delivered high level of service to all customers and effectively resolved issues.
- Supervised additional subcontractors and craftsmen.
- Mixed and poured concrete for variety of projects.
- Dug trenches, backfilled holes and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.
- Inspected tools and equipment to maintain safety and efficiency.
- Installed drywall, siding and other structural components.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Managed safe and efficient use of tools and equipment on construction sites.
- Helped with door and window installations.
Concrete Laborer
Valley Concrete
06.1997 - 06.2001
- Assisted crew members with positioning trucks and moved discharge chute to guide concrete into forms.
- Trained new laborers in crew processes and safety behaviors.
- Leveled, smoothed, and finished surfaces of poured concrete for construction projects.
- Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
- Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
- Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
- Utilized wheelbarrows, shovels and other tools to move, spread and level concrete.
- Assisted with concrete mixing, following instructions for proper ratios of cement, sand and water.
Electrician Helper
Richard Electric
01.1997 - 01.2001
- Organized materials and tools in to maintain clean and neat work areas.
- Pulled wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors.
- Helped complete system installations, digging trenches, and breaking up concrete.
- Tested electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures using various testing devices.
- Repaired light fixtures, controls, switches, relays, and circuit breaker panels based on detailed evaluations.
- Pulled EMT and PVC conduit wire according to plans and code requirements.
- Handled installation of electrical components by splicing, joining, and connecting wire.
- Understood and used proper tools and equipment to install and maintain electrical systems.
- Followed all safety procedures and guidelines to promote safety while working on electrical systems.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hartford High School
Hartford, VT06-2001
Skills
- Groundskeeping
- Building inspection
- Policy and procedure enforcement
- Floor polishing
- Building maintenance
- Time management
- Facilities maintenance
- Equipment operation
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Floor maintenance
- Corrective maintenance
- Hazardous chemicals handling
- Maintenance knowledge
Timeline
Custodian
Dartmouth College
02.2019 - Current
Subcontractor
Self
01.2013 - 12.2019
Deli Clerk
Coop Food Stores NH
10.2008 - 10.2013
Subcontractor
Self
01.2005 - 10.2008
Subcontractor
Englebirth Construction
01.2001 - 01.2005
Concrete Laborer
Valley Concrete
06.1997 - 06.2001
Electrician Helper
Richard Electric
01.1997 - 01.2001
High School Diploma -
Hartford High School
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