James Harris
Birmingham,AL
Summary
Experienced custodial professional prepared to lead and manage all aspects of building maintenance. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Known for reliability, adaptability, and effective communication. Skilled in cleaning protocols, equipment management, and safety procedures.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Custodian
Birmingham City School System
Birmingham, AL
10.2016 - Current
- 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.
- Checked in and stocked inventory throughout facility.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Upheld a well-maintained school environment by coordinating deep-cleaning tasks during breaks and holidays.
- Managed inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment effectively to minimize waste and ensure timely replenishment.
- Collaborated with administrators to address specific facility needs during events or special projects.
- Reported vandalism or other damage to property to supervisor.
- Organized daily cleaning schedules for custodial team.
- Enhanced cleanliness and sanitation by implementing efficient custodial procedures and using appropriate cleaning solutions.
- Provided prompt resolution to facility-related issues reported by staff or students through effective communication and follow-up actions.
Head Custodian
Princeton Baptist Medical Center
Birmingham, AL
06.2010 - 10.2016
- Mixed, used, and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
- Improved safety standards by promptly addressing potential hazards, such as wet floors, loose wiring, or broken fixtures.
- Maintained open lines of communication with administrators regarding any upcoming projects that might impact custodial operations.
- Coordinated with contractors for timely completion of repair works ensuring minimal disruption to daily activities at the facility.
- Moved furniture for cleaning and set up for special events.
- Safeguarded building security by performing regular checks on doors, windows, and alarms after hours or during weekends.
- Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
- Completed routine floor stripping, sealing, and finishing.
- Demonstrated adaptability by adjusting custodial practices in response to changes in facility needs or budget constraints.
- Streamlined the hiring and training process for new custodial staff members to ensure a seamless integration into the team.
- Ensured proper disposal of hazardous materials according to established safety protocols for environmental protection.
- Streamlined workflow with the development of a comprehensive daily task schedule for the custodial team.
- Reduced maintenance costs by conducting regular inspections of facilities and identifying areas requiring attention or repairs.
- Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
- Boosted team morale by providing consistent guidance, feedback, and support to custodial staff members.
- Handled spills, accidents and other cleaning emergencies to maintain cleanliness standards throughout assigned shift.
- Followed safety protocols and safe use of protective gear to prevent injury to self and others.
- Deep cleaned or replaced flooring, performing stripping, sealing and finishing tasks.
- Reported damages and hazardous conditions to management for further action.
- Cleaned equipment and machinery to maintain in optimum working condition.
- Performed daily facility checklists for cleaning floors, wiping down glass entryways and collecting trash.
- Emptied waste paper and other trash from premises and moved to appropriate receptacles.
- Supervised supplies in inventory and submitted reorder requests.
- Vacuumed and shampooed carpets, upholstery and other fabrics.
- Used vacuum and shampooers to clean carpeted areas in offices, lobbies and corridors.
- Assisted with special facility events by preparing rooms, installing decorations, and transporting supplies.
- Maintained floor cleaning and waxing equipment.
- Operated buffers and burnishers to clean and polish floors.
- 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.
- Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.
Education
High School Diploma -
Parker High School
Birmingham, AL05-1974
Skills
- Carpet cleaning
- Cleaning techniques
- Snow removal
- Electrical repairs
- Health and safety
- Waste disposal
- Window cleaning
- Sanitation procedures
- Groundskeeping
- Wall washing
- Maintenance scheduling
- Vehicle maintenance
- Work planning
- Furniture moving
- Facilities maintenance
- Facilities management
- Supply management
- Graffiti removal
- Building maintenance
- Facility opening and closing
- Inventory management
- Maintenance
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking and organization
- Responsible and dependable
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Customer service-focused
- Floor cleaning and buffing
- Team collaboration
- Heavy lifting
- Custodial machine operation
- Skilled housekeeper
- Equipment cleaning
- Health and safety compliance
- Equipment operation
- Hazardous chemicals handling
- Trash removal
- Chemical handling
- Employee training
- Maintenance knowledge
- Floor polishing
- Waste and recycling management
- Floor maintenance
- Floor scrubbers and polishers
- Productivity and time management
- Lawncare and landscaping
- Willingness to learn
- Strong work ethic
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Sweeping and mopping
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Adaptable and flexible
- Reliability
Timeline
Head Custodian
Birmingham City School System
10.2016 - Current
Head Custodian
Princeton Baptist Medical Center
06.2010 - 10.2016
High School Diploma -
Parker High School