James Owens
Anaheim,CA
Summary
Dedicated custodian with extensive experience at Saddleback College, excelling in facility maintenance and sanitation practices. Proven ability to handle hazardous chemicals safely while ensuring a clean environment. Strong attention to detail and effective communication skills contribute to successful teamwork and independent work, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Custodian
Saddleback College
Mission Viejo, California
04.2024 - Current
- Clean and sanitize restroom facilities and fixtures, including sinks, urinals, and toilets; wash windows, mirrors, and walls; clean and sanitize showers; replenish supplies in restrooms; and clear minor drain blockages as necessary.
- Sweep, vacuum, mop, wax, strip, and polish floors; vacuum, and shampoo carpets.
- Dust and polish furniture, woodwork, fixtures, and equipment; remove cobwebs; clean desks and countertops; and whiteboards.
- Empty, clean, and sanitize waste receptacles; pick up papers and other debris; and empty pencil sharpeners.
- Move and arrange furniture and equipment, and set up rooms for conferences and meetings; operate District vehicle to pick up or deliver supplies as requested.
- Lock and unlock buildings and facilities as required; disarm and secure alarms; ensure buildings are locked and safeguarded against unauthorized use.
- Identify and report building maintenance needs in assigned buildings and facilities.
- Remove graffiti from surfaces as necessary.
- Assist in maintaining the custodial closet; receive, stock, organize, and maintain supplies and equipment as necessary.
School Custodian
University Of California, Irvine
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Clean bathrooms and kitchens; sweep, vacuum, mop, dust, polish, perform overhead cleaning, wash walls, windows, and clean other building surfaces.
- Ability to use basic cleaning equipment: backpack vacuums, tank vacuums, wide area vacuums, upright vacuums, mops and brooms, extension poles, short ladders, etc.
- Knowledge of cleaning chemicals. Ability to select appropriate chemical for the job, ability to mix and dilute chemicals appropriately, and handle chemicals safely.
- Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.
- Maintaining an organized storage area for custodial supplies and equipment; ordering additional items when needed.
- Ensured a healthy learning environment with thorough daily cleaning of classrooms, restrooms, and common areas.
Lead Night School Custodian
Buena Park School District
12.2015 - 06.2023
- Operate power tools, maintenance, repair, wax floor, stripping, buffing, Keep buildings in clean and orderly condition, also perform heavy cleaning duties, Perform minor AC repair, Filters, Aligned Belt Blower, Cleaning coils.
- Swept, mopped and vacuumed floors, stairs and carpets on a daily basis.
- Emptied trash cans in all classrooms, offices, restrooms and hallways each morning.
- Assisted with special events at the school by setting up tables, chairs and decorations.
- Steam-cleaned or shampooed carpets.
- Followed chemical cleaner and power equipment procedures to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
- Stripped, sealed and polished floors.
- Handled, mixed and stored chemical cleaners in compliance with safety requirements and standard operating procedures.
Assembler
Wtc Performance Group
12.2014 - 08.2015
- Coordinated with other departments to complete projects within deadline.
- Collected material and equipment required for assembling process to determine durability of structure.
- Verified part numbers and placed parts in appropriate shipping containers.
- Participated in projects requiring assembly of large and small components.
- Utilized blueprints, schematics and diagrams to accurately complete tasks.
Material Handler
Sybron Dental Specialties
01.2010 - 02.2012
- Operated the moving truck safely to deliver items to the destination without nicks or scratches.
- Received and unpacked shipments and new equipment as directed.
- Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout the distribution network.
- Maintained a clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in the lab.
- Sampled and characterized waste to generate accurate materials profiles.
Education
EPA License - HVAC
Intercoast Colleges
Anaheim, CA06.2013
High School Diploma -
John Muir School
Pasadena, CA06.2009
Skills
- Heavy lifting
- Building inspection
- Groundskeeping
- Equipment repair
- Facility access control
- Facility maintenance
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Hazardous chemicals handling
- Room setup and breakdown
- Work prioritization
- Floor care
- Sanitation practices
- Safety compliance
- Independent work
- Punctuality
Skills
- Responsible and Dependable
- Time Management
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Problem-Solving
- Safe Chemical Disposal
- Floor Cleaning and Buffing
Certification
- Licensed HVAC Technician - 2014
- Hazardous Awareness
- Chemical Awareness
Timeline
School Custodian
Saddleback College
04.2024 - Current
School Custodian
University Of California, Irvine
10.2023 - 12.2023
Lead Night School Custodian
Buena Park School District
12.2015 - 06.2023
Assembler
Wtc Performance Group
12.2014 - 08.2015
Material Handler
Sybron Dental Specialties
01.2010 - 02.2012
EPA License - HVAC
Intercoast Colleges
High School Diploma -
John Muir School
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