George Rodriguez
Chicago ,IL
Summary
Determined and bilingual grounds maintenance professional with over 9 years of expertise in landscaping. Energetic and accustomed to prolonged periods of standing and walking. Skilled at navigating challenging terrain while effectively managing tasks. Meticulous and adaptable, willing to handle various landscaping duties in all weather conditions. Demonstrates a high degree of dexterity when operating tools and equipment. Maintains concentrated attention to detail during sustained periods of work. Hardworking, reliable, and highly organized with a proactive and punctual approach. Possesses a strong team-oriented mentality. Knowledgeable in heavy equipment and power tools, seeking opportunities for growth in the field.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
School Custodian
Pennoyer School
07.2021 - 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.
- 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.
- Improved outdoor appearance with regular groundskeeping duties such as lawn care, leaf removal, and snow removal when necessary.
- Reported vandalism or other damage to property to supervisor.
- Received recognition from administration for dedication to maintaining a clean and safe learning environment for students, faculty, and staff.
- Assembled basic furniture and supplies for offices and other multi-use rooms.
Grounds Maintenance Worker
River Trails Park District
04.2014 - 05.2021
- Prepared soil and gardens to plant with mulch and sod.
- Maintained garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.
- Deployed sprinkler systems to provide grass, flowers and other landscaping adequate water to grow.
- Assisted with grounds maintenance with basic landscaping support, including mowing, trimming and debris removal.
- Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.
- Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shapes.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues and completed basic repairs to keep equipment working at peak levels.
- Responded quickly to customer inquiries and concerns to drive customer satisfaction and maximize retention.
- Attended seminars and workshops to learn about natural pest control products with zero chemicals.
- Installed irrigation systems, rock gardens and ponds to simplify watering needs.
- Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris and snow to reduce hazards.
- Trimmed shrubbery and trees to help plants produce more flowers and fruit to benefit wildlife.
- Planted bulbs, bushes, trees and flowers to enhance environment.
- Removed poison ivy and other harmful plants while wearing protective gear.
Grounds Maintenance Worker
Des Plaines Park District
05.2018 - 03.2021
- Assisted with grounds maintenance with basic landscaping support, including mowing, trimming and debris removal.
- Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.
- Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shapes.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues and completed basic repairs to keep equipment working at peak levels.
- Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris and snow to reduce hazards.
- Removed poison ivy and other harmful plants while wearing protective gear.
- Planted bulbs, bushes, trees and flowers to enhance environment.
- Trimmed shrubbery and trees to help plants produce more flowers and fruit to benefit wildlife.
- Scheduled regular landscaping services to promote optimal growth and maintain attractive appearance of lawns and facility grounds.
- Installed irrigation systems, rock gardens and ponds to simplify watering needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Association House
Chicago, ILLincoln Technical Institute - Cromwell
MelroseparkSkills
- Work site cleaning and organization
- Mulching gardens
- Shoveling snow from walkways
- Landscape equipment knowledge
- Trimming and edging flower beds
- Maintaining equipment
- Landscape maintenance
- Weeding and edging
- Conflict resolution
- Data management
- Cultivating soil
- Groundskeeping
- Problem-solving
- Custodial machine operation
- Attention to detail
- Responsible and dependable
- Minor repairs
- Facility opening and closing
- Building maintenance
- Maintenance knowledge
- Customer service
- Snow removal
- Maintenance
- Facilities maintenance
- Facility maintenance
- Equipment inspection
- Lawn mowing
- Equipment Repair
- Building inspection
- Supply management
- Corrective maintenance
- Work orders
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Pest control
- Multitasking and organization
- Yard maintenance
- Equipment cleaning
- Health and safety compliance
- Equipment operation
- Trash removal
- Leaf blowing
- Facilities repair
- Supply delivery
- Strong work ethic
Education and Training
Over the years I’ve been to different seminars and safety training and had certifications in the field
- Mowing, chain saw , safety drills, ext
Name
George Rodriguez
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
School Custodian
Pennoyer School
07.2021 - Current
Grounds Maintenance Worker
Des Plaines Park District
05.2018 - 03.2021
Grounds Maintenance Worker
River Trails Park District
04.2014 - 05.2021
High School Diploma -
Association House
Lincoln Technical Institute - Cromwell
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