For the last 20 working at Leisure Village Association in the Head Custodial position , I lead a team of 5, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness and safety across facilities. Expert in facilities maintenance and adept at coordinating events, my leadership significantly enhanced operational efficiency. Skilled in both the strategic assignment of tasks and hands-on repairs, my approach combines meticulous attention to detail with a commitment to fostering a collaborative work environment.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Custodian
Leisure village association
Lakewood , NJ
05.2005 - Current
Running a staff of 5 assigning daily tasks. Activities coordinator and I work as a team about daily events like bingo , parties , and setups. I make sure building is clean and safe do minor repairs also maintain grounds. I run a tight ship .
Maintained cleanliness and order in all facilities by sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, scrubbing, waxing, and polishing floors.
Ensured the safety of personnel and equipment by regularly inspecting floors, walls, ceilings, lighting fixtures, and other areas for potential hazards.
Conducted regular inspections of custodial supplies to ensure adequate inventory levels.
Dispensed cleaning materials to custodial staff members according to established procedures.
Assigned tasks to custodial staff members based on their abilities and expertise.
Supervised daily activities of custodial staff members including setting goals and deadlines.
Developed policies and procedures related to the maintenance of buildings and grounds.
Reported any damage or malfunctioning equipment to appropriate departments for repair or replacement.
Provided assistance with special events held at the facility such as set-up, breakdown of chairs, tables, stages.
Prepared weekly work schedules for custodians ensuring coverage during peak times.
Landscaper
Leisure village association
Lakewood , New Jersey (NJ)
04.1986 - 05.2005
Maintained and operated lawn care equipment such as mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, and hedge clippers.
Cultivated soil by using rakes, shovels, hoes, trowels or other tools.
Transported plants, turf and other materials to designated areas for installation.
Cut grass in even lengths with power mowers or hand shears.
Weeded flower beds and vegetable gardens to remove unwanted vegetation.
Pruned trees, shrubs, hedges, bushes and vines to enhance their growth patterns.
Laid sod on prepared surfaces for a finished look of the landscape design.
Cleaned up debris after completing jobsite tasks.
Performed routine maintenance of irrigation systems including repairs when needed.
Participated in snow removal services during winter months.
Cut and trimmed lawns using power mowers and edgers.
Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.
Maintained garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.
Pruned and trimmed trees and shrubs with shears and pruning saws.
Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris, and snow to reduce hazards.
Used hand tools to break up clumps of dirt, transplant seedlings and mix in fertilizers.
Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shape.
Performed preventative maintenance to keep equipment in excellent working condition.
Applied mulch and burlap coverings to bushes and trees for winter.
Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas, tools, and equipment.
Cared for lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding or grubbing.
Trimmed or edged around flower beds, walks, or walls.
Raked, mulched and composted leaves.
Planted trees, shrubs, bushes and flowers in decorative planters and displays.