Jason Thibodeau
Oakland,ME
Summary
Dedicated and experienced custodial professional with over 25 years of experience in a school environment, facilities maintenance and customer service. Known for problem-solving and attention to detail, demonstrating reliability, consistently improving cleaning protocols and training staff to enhance operational efficiency, leadership and a strong commitment to maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming facility for students and staff. Began career as a night custodian, consistently recognized for strong work ethic and attention to detail leading to promotion to day shift and ultimately head custodian.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Custodian
Rsu 18
Oakland, ME
09.2000 - Current
- Supervised custodial staff to ensure cleanliness and safety standards across all facilities.
- Implemented effective cleaning protocols to enhance hygiene and maintenance efficiency.
- Trained new custodians in proper use of equipment and safety procedures, fostering a culture of compliance.
- Coordinated maintenance schedules for cleaning supplies and equipment, optimizing resource management.
- Contributed to a positive school culture through professional interactions with students, staff, and visitors.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Managed inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment effectively to minimize waste and ensure timely replenishment.
- Established relationships with vendors for timely procurement of cleaning products and tools, ensuring operational readiness.
- Led initiatives to improve waste management processes, promoting sustainability within the school district's facilities.
- Checked in and stocked inventory throughout facility.
- Upheld a well-maintained school environment by coordinating deep-cleaning tasks during breaks and holidays.
- 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.
- Mixed, used, and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
- Maintained open lines of communication with administrators regarding any upcoming projects that might impact custodial operations.
- Improved safety standards by promptly addressing potential hazards, such as wet floors, loose wiring, or broken fixtures.
- Moved furniture for cleaning and set up for special events.
- Set up, arranged and removed decorations, tables, chairs, ladders, and scaffolding to prepare facilities for large events.
- 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.
- Streamlined workflow with the development of a comprehensive daily task schedule for the custodial team.
- Boosted team morale by providing consistent guidance, feedback, and support to custodial staff members.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
- Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
- Replaced and refilled paper towel and toilet paper dispensers for users convenience.
- 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.
- Reported damages and hazardous conditions to management for further action.
- Performed daily facility checklists for cleaning floors, wiping down glass entryways and collecting trash.
- Responded immediately to calls from personnel to clean up spills and wet floors.
- Used power scrubbing and waxing machines to scrub and polish floors.
- Cleaned walls and ceilings with special reach tools following regular schedule.
- Used organic-based chemicals to disinfect floors, counters and furniture.
Education
High School Diploma -
Messalonskee High School
Oakland, MESkills
- Cleaning techniques
- Snow removal
- Electrical repairs
- Health and safety
- Waste disposal
- Window cleaning
- Sanitation procedures
- Groundskeeping
- Wall washing
- Maintenance scheduling
- Work planning
- Plumbing repairs
- Furniture moving
- Facilities maintenance
- Supply management
- Graffiti removal
- Facility opening and closing
- Building maintenance
- Inventory management
- Maintenance
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking and organization
- Responsible and dependable
- Floor cleaning and buffing
- Equipment cleaning
- Equipment operation
- Hazardous chemicals handling
- Trash removal
- Chemical handling
- Damage reporting
- Crew supervision
- Work orders
- Basic repairs
- Routine Inspections
Timeline
Head Custodian
Rsu 18
09.2000 - Current
High School Diploma -
Messalonskee High School