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Julia Quindlen

Julia Quindlen

Custodian
Princeton,NJ

Summary

Dedicated School Custodian at Princeton Day School, recognized for elevating cleanliness and safety standards, ensuring a pristine learning environment. Expert in chemical handling and waste management, I significantly improved faculty satisfaction and reduced maintenance costs. My commitment to teamwork and meticulous attention to detail has been pivotal in fostering a healthy, secure campus atmosphere.

Dependable Janitor with comprehensive background in cleaning services and grounds maintenance. Exceptional attendance record.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

School Custodian

Princeton Day School
Princeton, NJ
09.2014 - 10.2024
  • Checked in and stocked inventory throughout facility.
  • Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
  • Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
  • Ran variety of cleaning machines such as floor machines designed to strip, wax, extract, and top scrub floors and carpets.
  • Moved furniture for cleaning and set up for special events.
  • Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
  • Mixed, used, and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
  • Reported vandalism or other damage to property to supervisor.
  • Contributed to school safety by promptly addressing and resolving potential hazards in hallways, stairwells, and entryways.
  • Enhanced school cleanliness by performing daily custodial tasks such as sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming.
  • Completed specialized deep-cleaning projects during summer breaks to prepare the facility for the upcoming academic year.
  • Collaborated with faculty and staff to address specific cleaning requests or concerns in their respective areas.
  • Received recognition from administration for dedication to maintaining a clean and safe learning environment for students, faculty, and staff.
  • Improved outdoor appearance with regular groundskeeping duties such as lawn care, leaf removal, and snow removal when necessary.
  • Maintained positive relationships with coworkers by providing support in their tasks and sharing knowledge about best practices in custodial work.
  • Elevated customer satisfaction among faculty members who reported increased satisfaction with the cleanliness and appearance of their classrooms.
  • Reduced maintenance costs by routinely inspecting and maintaining cleaning equipment for optimal performance.
  • Facilitated a secure campus atmosphere by locking doors after hours while following all security protocols laid out by administrators.
  • Supported school events by setting up and breaking down furniture, equipment, and decorations as needed.
  • Assisted with minor maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs, repairing fixtures, and painting walls to keep the facility in good condition.
  • Maintained inventory of cleaning supplies and materials while staying within budget constraints set by the school administration.
  • Promoted a healthy learning environment by disinfecting classrooms, restrooms, and common areas on a consistent schedule.
  • Ensured waste management efficiency by properly disposing of trash and recyclables according to regulations.
  • Streamlined communication between custodial staff through efficient task delegation and progress updates during team meetings.
  • 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.
  • Cleaned equipment and machinery to maintain in optimum working condition.
  • 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.
  • Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.
  • Responded immediately to calls from personnel to clean up spills and wet floors.
  • Used vacuum and shampooers to clean carpeted areas in offices, lobbies and corridors.
  • Emptied waste paper and other trash from premises and moved to appropriate receptacles.
  • Kept public pathways clear of safety hazards and spills with regular checks and attention.
  • Cleaned walls and ceilings with special reach tools following regular schedule.
  • Followed safety standards and established SOPs when handling, mixing and storing hazardous chemicals.
  • Vacuumed and shampooed carpets, upholstery and other fabrics.
  • Maintained optimal supply levels to meet daily and special cleaning needs.
  • Identified repair needs and major maintenance concerns, and escalated issues to management.
  • Assisted with special facility events by preparing rooms, installing decorations, and transporting supplies.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

Kean University
Union, NJ
05.2001 -

Skills

Cleaning Expertise

Waste Management

Punctuality

Chemical Handling

Customer Service

Problem-Solving

Time Management

Team Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Work Orders

Emergency Response

Laundry Management

Timeline

School Custodian

Princeton Day School
09.2014 - 10.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

Kean University
05.2001 -

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