Jermaine Jonas
Queens Village
Summary
Resourceful professional with extensive experience in facility maintenance and sanitation. Known for effective waste management practices and collaborative problem-solving, ready to enhance the cleanliness and safety of school environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
School Custodian
Jewish Insititute
Fresh Meadows, NY
03.2022 - Current
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of classrooms, restrooms, and common areas to ensure a safe learning environment.
- Operated cleaning equipment including floor scrubbers, vacuums, and pressure washers for efficient facility upkeep.
- Assisted in setup and breakdown of school events, ensuring timely readiness of facilities for various activities.
- Conducted regular inspections of building premises to identify maintenance needs and reported issues to management promptly.
- Implemented effective waste disposal practices to promote recycling and sustainability within the school community.
- Trained new custodial staff on safety protocols, cleaning procedures, and proper use of equipment to enhance team efficiency.
- Collaborated with teachers and staff to address specific cleanliness concerns related to classrooms and shared spaces.
Transit Bus Driver
Jamaica Charter Transportation
Jamaica, West Indies
01.2015 - 03.2022
- Operated transit buses safely across designated routes, ensuring timely arrivals and departures.
- Adhered to traffic regulations and company policies, prioritizing passenger safety and comfort.
- Conducted routine vehicle inspections, identifying maintenance needs to enhance operational efficiency.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities, providing support during boarding and disembarking processes.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch regarding route changes or delays, ensuring coordinated service delivery.
- Implemented strategies for reducing operational costs while maintaining high service standards for passengers.
- Mentored new drivers on company practices and safety protocols to foster a culture of excellence.
- Adhered to traffic laws while navigating various road conditions, contributing to an excellent safety record for the company.
- Maintained a clean and comfortable bus environment for improved rider experience.
- Provided passenger assistance, collected fares and offered schedule and route information.
- Enhanced passenger satisfaction by providing timely and efficient transportation services.
- Monitored students and other passengers during transit to encourage safe transport.
- Managed emergencies calmly under pressure, coordinating evacuations when necessary while keeping passengers informed about the situation at hand.
- Served as a positive representative of the company, acting as an ambassador for public transportation and its benefits.
- Provided information about routes, destinations and timelines to inform passengers.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Greeted customers with friendliness and professionalism, engaging in conversation to build rapport.
- Followed company policies and procedures and maintained compliance with standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jamaica School
Jamaica, West IndiesCertificate - Phlembatomy And EKG
Flushing Medical School
Flushing, NY06-2025
Skills
- Punctuality
- Basic repairs
- Cleaning expertise
- Sanitation techniques
- Waste management
- Chemical handling
- Attention to detail
- Responsible and dependable
- Team collaboration
- Minor repairs
- Facility opening and closing
- Client communication
- Customer service
- Physical stamina
Timeline
School Custodian
Jewish Insititute
03.2022 - Current
Transit Bus Driver
Jamaica Charter Transportation
01.2015 - 03.2022
High School Diploma -
Jamaica School
Certificate - Phlembatomy And EKG
Flushing Medical School