Jeremy Choat
Harrisburg,IL
Summary
Hardworking Custodian equipped with expert knowledge of cleaning equipment, products and techniques. Focuses on completing tasks quickly and with high quality standards in mind. Maintains sanitation levels in and around company facilities as set forth by company standards.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
School Custodian
Carrier Mills Stonefort School District
Carrier Mills , IL
5/29/24 - Current
- Maintained janitorial supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
- Performed minor repairs such as replacing light bulbs or repairing broken furniture.
- Reported any unsafe conditions found within the facility to appropriate personnel.
- Swept, mopped and vacuumed floors, stairs and carpets on a daily basis.
- Assisted with special events at the school by setting up tables, chairs and decorations.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations such as fires or spills involving hazardous materials.
- Cleaned and sanitized all classrooms, restrooms, hallways and other common areas in the school.
- Set up audio-visual equipment prior to meetings or presentations held at school.
- Operated power washers to clean sidewalks and parking lots surrounding the school.
- Notified supervisor of any maintenance needs identified while performing custodial duties.
- Performed general painting duties such as touching up walls or repainting desks and chairs.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks such as changing air filters or oiling door hinges.
- Checked and stocked inventory throughout facility to meet expected demands.
- Moved equipment and furniture to thoroughly clean space.
- Set up and removed furniture, equipment and supplies required for meetings and special events.
- Followed company uniform, performance and security policies with every job.
Laborer Operator
Southern FS
Eldorado, IL
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Transported material from one area to another using forklifts or other lifting devices.
- Followed instructions from supervisors regarding specific tasks to be completed.
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance purposes.
- Utilized power tools like sanders grinders, to complete assigned tasks quickly and efficiently.
- Communicated effectively with team members about relevant work matters.
- Organized materials needed for each job task prior to starting work.
- Ensured all safety regulations were followed throughout the duration of the project.
- Assisted skilled tradesmen with their daily activities when necessary.
- Cleaned work areas to maintain safety standards and prevent accidents.
- Used hand tools such as hammers, saws, drills, wrenches for various operations.
- Operated heavy equipment such as bulldozers, cranes, backhoes, following established protocols.
- Loaded and unloaded materials into trucks, hoists, conveyors, or other handling equipment.
- Performed routine maintenance of construction site, including cleaning up debris.
- Repaired and replaced worn or damaged parts on machines as needed.
- Conducted pre-operational safety checks on equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
- Learned and mastered skilled trade specialties under guidance of expert mentors.
Laborer
Miller Contracting Group
Carrier Mills , IL
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Cleaned driveways, patios, decks, and sidewalks with a pressure washer.
- Assisted in loading and unloading supplies from delivery trucks or vans.
- Safely transported equipment from one job site to another.
- Operated pressure washers safely to prevent damage to surfaces.
- Followed safety protocols while using pressurized water jets.
- Used appropriate detergents or chemicals as necessary.
- Adhered to all company policies regarding workplace safety and health regulations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Agricultural Business
Shawnee Community College
Ullin, IL05-2023
Skills
- Punctuality
- Chemical Handling
- Groundskeeping
- Basic Repairs
- Equipment Repair
- Inventory Management
- Heavy Lifting
- Facility Maintenance
- Equipment Inspection
- Work Prioritization
- Time Management
Accomplishments
- High School Valedictorian and Member of The National Honor Society
- Graduated college with honors
Timeline
Laborer Operator
Southern FS
05.2023 - 05.2024
Laborer
Miller Contracting Group
06.2022 - 08.2022
School Custodian
Carrier Mills Stonefort School District
5/29/24 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Agricultural Business
Shawnee Community College