Organized Head Custodian with successful history of managing competing priorities and meeting challenging performance targets. Works well under pressure to complete physically-demanding work. Safety-oriented team player with perfect attendance record.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Custodian
Auburn School District
915 4th st NE Auburn, WA. 98002
10 2021 - Current
Organized daily cleaning schedules for custodial team.
Checked in and stocked inventory throughout facility.
Ran variety of cleaning machines such as floor machines designed to strip, wax, extract, and top scrub floors and carpets.
Set up, arranged and removed decorations, tables, chairs, ladders, and scaffolding to prepare facilities for large events.
Assembled basic furniture and supplies for offices and other multi-use rooms.
Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
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 damages and hazardous conditions to management for further action.
Handled spills, accidents and other cleaning emergencies to maintain cleanliness standards throughout assigned shift.
Followed safety standards and established SOPs when handling, mixing and storing hazardous chemicals.
Responded immediately to calls from personnel to clean up spills and wet floors.
Kept public pathways clear of safety hazards and spills with regular checks and attention.
Promoted building security by locking doors and checking electrical appliances for safety hazards.
Performed daily facility checklists for cleaning floors, wiping down glass entryways and collecting trash.
Maintenance Lead
GSF
1409 Puyallup Ave Sumner, WA. 98390
10 2000 - 10 2021
Generated and completed work orders for repairs, maintenance and component replacement.
Completed necessary ISO documentation and records to show compliance.
Conducted mechanical and electrical maintenance of factory equipment.
Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety.
Delegated tasks to carefully selected employees in alignment with resource management goals.
Rolled out improved training programs for maintenance employees.
Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
Established and documented protocols for preventive maintenance procedures, decreasing equipment issues, and reducing downtime.
Inspected, tested and adjusted mechanical and electrical systems to facilitate proper functioning.
Positively engaged with customers and maintained professional appearance as company representative.
Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
Supervised maintenance functions, working collaboratively with sanitation crews on shop floor upkeep and repairs.
Reported issues to property manager so effective resolutions could be put into place.
Removed trash and recyclables at end of each shift and disposed of items in proper receptacles.
Safely and effectively handled wide range of cleaning products and solutions.
Worked on light construction projects throughout building.
Provided landscaping maintenance.
Head Custodian
Sumner School District
1202 Wood Ave Sumner, WA. 98390
9 1990 - 10 2000
Reported vandalism or other damage to property to supervisor.
Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
Organized daily cleaning schedules for custodial team.
Mixed, used, and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
Assembled basic furniture and supplies for offices and other multi-use rooms.
Ran variety of cleaning machines such as floor machines designed to strip, wax, extract, and top scrub floors and carpets.
Moved furniture for cleaning and set up for special events.
Checked in and stocked inventory throughout facility.
Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
Handled spills, accidents and other cleaning emergencies to maintain cleanliness standards throughout assigned shift.
Cleaned equipment and machinery to maintain in optimum working condition.
Promoted building security by locking doors and checking electrical appliances for safety hazards.
Responded immediately to calls from personnel to clean up spills and wet floors.
Used power scrubbing and waxing machines to scrub and polish floors.
Operated buffers and burnishers to clean and polish floors.
Followed safety standards and established SOPs when handling, mixing and storing hazardous chemicals.
Head Custodian
Fort Worth ISD
Fort Worth, TX
09.2023 - 06.2025
Supervised daily custodial operations, ensuring cleanliness and safety throughout school facilities.
Trained and mentored custodial staff on best practices and efficient cleaning techniques.
Developed and implemented cleaning schedules to enhance operational efficiency and maintain high standards.
Conducted regular inspections of facilities, identifying areas for improvement in maintenance protocols.
Coordinated with administration to address facility issues and ensure timely resolutions.
Managed inventory of cleaning supplies, optimizing usage while minimizing waste and cost.
Increased overall satisfaction among users of the facility by consistently maintaining high standards of cleanliness in all spaces.
Contributed to a positive school culture through professional interactions with students, staff, and visitors.
Education
Sumner High School
Sumner, WA. 98390
6 . 1985
Skills
Facilities maintenance
HAZMAT knowledge
Bloodborne Pathogen training
Chemical cleaners
Painting and plastering
Work orders
Organization and Time Management
Active Listening
Decision-Making
Written Communication
Interpersonal Communication
Planning and Coordination
Certification
CPR and First aid certified for both adults and children.