JOSEPH HICKMAN
Marion,IN
Summary
Bringing expertise in custodial and maintenance operations, with skills in restroom care, carpet cleaning, and window washing. Experienced in chemical handling and machine operation for efficient cleaning tasks. Committed to maintaining health code compliance and ensuring a clean and safe environment.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Janitor
Oak Hill School Corporation
Converse, IN
08.2025 - Current
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of facilities, ensuring a safe environment for students and staff.
- Operated industrial cleaning equipment to efficiently perform deep cleaning tasks across campus.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify maintenance needs and reported issues promptly to management.
- Collaborated with team members to develop efficient cleaning schedules that minimized disruption during school hours.
Line Worker
Cafe Valley Corp.
Marion, IN
08.2024 - Current
- Supported team efforts by lending assistance when needed.
- Loaded and unloaded products from production line.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors, colleagues, and other personnel on the assembly line.
- Adapted quickly to changing workflows and adjusted machine settings accordingly.
- Secured finished packaged items by hand tying, sewing, and gluing.
Janitor-Part-Time
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN
03.2025 - 10.2025
- Stocked bathrooms with paper products, soap and other items necessary for daily operations.
- Swept, mopped, and vacuumed all types of floors.
- Emptied trash cans throughout the facility ensuring that all waste is disposed of properly according to company policy.
- Cleaned and polished windows, lamps, mirrors and light fixtures.
- Completed additional duties as assigned by supervisor or manager.
- Used appropriate equipment and cleaning solutions for all tasks.
- Dusted furniture and fixtures regularly to maintain a clean appearance.
Factory Line Worker
Wabsh Casting Foundry
Wabash, IN
09.2022 - 08.2024
- Followed strict safety protocols at all times while working on the factory floor.
- Collaborated effectively with other members of the team to meet daily.
- Developed an understanding of preventative maintenance techniques used in industrial settings.
- Operated machines to produce parts in accordance with specifications.
Janitor
Indiana Wesleyan University
Marion, IN
06.2005 - 09.2022
- Stocked bathrooms with paper products, soap and other items necessary for daily operations.
- Swept, mopped, and vacuumed all types of floors.
- Emptied trash cans throughout the facility ensuring that all waste is disposed of properly according to company policy.
- Cleaned and polished windows, lamps, mirrors and light fixtures.
- Maintained janitorial equipment in a clean, safe and operable condition.
- Completed additional duties as assigned by supervisor or manager.
- Used appropriate equipment and cleaning solutions for all tasks.
- Maintained janitorial closets in a neat and orderly manner by organizing supplies on shelves and disposing of unused materials properly.
- Dusted furniture and fixtures regularly to maintain a clean appearance.
- Mixed water and detergents in containers according to product specifications to prevent damage to floors, fixtures or furniture.
- Reported all damaged or broken equipment immediately to supervisor for repair or replacement.
- Responded quickly to emergency clean-up requests in order to maintain a safe environment.
- Operated industrial vacuum cleaners to remove dirt from carpets, rugs and upholstery.
- Swept outdoor walkways free of debris utilizing manual push broom or leaf blower.
- Cleaned and maintained floors, carpets, walls, windows, doors and other surfaces in assigned areas using appropriate cleaning supplies and equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Madison Grant High School
Fairmount, IN06.2004
Skills
- Restroom care
- Carpet cleaning
- Chemical handling
- Custodial machine operation
- Floor scrubbers and polishers
- Spot cleaning
- Cleaning expertise
- Window washing
- Mopping techniques
- Vacuum operation
- Polishing surfaces
Timeline
Janitor
Oak Hill School Corporation
08.2025 - Current
Janitor-Part-Time
Indiana Wesleyan University
03.2025 - 10.2025
Line Worker
Cafe Valley Corp.
08.2024 - Current
Factory Line Worker
Wabsh Casting Foundry
09.2022 - 08.2024
Janitor
Indiana Wesleyan University
06.2005 - 09.2022
High School Diploma -
Madison Grant High School