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Kevin Collins Jr.

Louisville,KY

Summary

Skilled Floor Technician with solid background in providing top-notch floor care services with hospital and warehouse experience. Experience includes operating and maintaining cleaning equipment, executing waxing and buffing procedures, and adhering to safety protocols along with hazardous material handling. Demonstrated improvements in cleanliness and hygiene of previous workplaces, contributing to a healthier environment. College educated by taking several classes for two years majoring in electronics and communications. College and work places provided experience and education in several different fields correlating to hospitals and warehouses.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Floor Technician

Kentucky Trailer
Louisville, KY
05.2012 - 04.2020
  • Stripped old wax from floors using chemical strippers and scrapers.
  • Applied new finish to floors using brushes, rollers, or trowels.
  • Cleaned hard-surface floors with mops, scrubbers, or other cleaning equipment.
  • Inspected floors for signs of wear or damage and repaired accordingly.
  • Assisted in the installation of carpeting and tile flooring.
  • Checked machinery for proper functioning before use.
  • Ensured all safety protocols were followed when operating power tools and equipment.
  • Kept accurate records of supplies used during each shift.
  • Adhered to all company policies regarding health and safety regulations.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to OSHA standards.
  • Monitored work areas to ensure that no debris was left behind after cleaning.
  • Reported any discrepancies to supervisor immediately upon discovery.
  • Consulted with supervisor on any issues related to floor maintenance tasks.
  • Evaluated work areas before planning flooring layout for different projects.
  • Repaired diverse flooring types using tools and equipment.
  • Inspected floor surface, assessed conditions, and corrected potential imperfections affecting carpet and flooring installations.
  • Cut and trimmed flooring to suit specified areas before installation.
  • Performed minor repair and maintenance on flooring and floor cleaning equipment.
  • Performed regular maintenance on machinery used for floor care tasks.
  • Identified any potential safety hazards around the worksite area.
  • Adapted cleaning techniques to suit different types of flooring materials, including tile, wood, and carpet.
  • Followed established safety procedures to minimize risk of injury and property damage.
  • Applied seals, finishes, and wax to floors, ensuring longevity and shine.
  • Trained new staff on proper floor care techniques and safety protocols.
  • Stripped, sealed and polished floors.

Floor Maintenance Technician

St. Mary's and Elizabeth Hospital
Louisville, KY
03.2009 - 08.2012
  • Performed daily cleaning and maintenance of floors, carpets, walls, windows and other surfaces.
  • Swept and mopped hard surface floors using a variety of equipment.
  • Maintained cleaning equipment and materials in a safe and sanitary working condition.
  • Transported trash bags to designated disposal areas.
  • Disinfected doorknobs, light switches, telephones, computers, desks and other high-touch surfaces.
  • Mixed chemicals for use in cleaning processes according to safety instructions provided by manufacturer labels.
  • Assisted with minor maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs or replacing broken fixtures.
  • Vacuumed carpeted areas and mopped solid surfaces with proper chemical solutions.
  • Sanitized frequented areas and equipment using approved supplies.
  • Collected trash from floors within hallways, bathrooms and work areas.
  • Emptied wastebaskets to transport trash and waste to proper disposal areas.
  • Used steam equipment to periodically clean upholstery and carpeting.
  • Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping or vacuuming.
  • Serviced, cleaned and restocked restrooms.
  • Followed safety processes for all manual and electric cleaning equipment.
  • Completed deep-cleaning floor buffing, carpet cleaning, duct cleaning and wall washing.
  • Addressed minor maintenance issues, reporting more serious conditions to supervisors for attention from maintenance technicians.
  • Completed routine maintenance checks, notifying management of needed repairs.
  • Followed chemical cleaner and power equipment procedures to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
  • Stripped, sealed and polished floors.
  • Steam-cleaned or shampooed carpets.

Flour Miller

Casa de Oro Foods
Louisville, KY
03.2006 - 06.2008
  • Operated and monitored milling machines to produce flour of desired particle size and texture.
  • Assessed the quality of incoming wheat, rye, barley and other grains for milling operations.
  • Adjusted the speed of rollers, sifters, separators, blenders and other equipment to meet production requirements.
  • Conducted regular maintenance on all equipment used in the flour milling process.
  • Identified problems with machinery or processes and took corrective action as needed.
  • Ensured that safety procedures were followed at all times during production runs.
  • Developed strategies to increase efficiency while maintaining product quality standards.
  • Inspected finished products for conformance to customer specifications prior to packaging.
  • Monitored inventory levels of raw materials, supplies and finished products in storage areas.
  • Worked collaboratively with other departments such as sales, shipping and receiving to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Provided guidance and training to junior staff members in safe operating procedures for milling equipment.
  • Analyzed test samples from each batch of flour produced to ensure compliance with company standards.
  • Followed established protocols for proper handling, labeling and disposal of hazardous waste materials.
  • Performed troubleshooting on electrical systems related to flour milling machinery as needed.
  • Checked finished items against company quality standards.
  • Maintained organized, clean and sanitized work areas.
  • Followed established procedures for safety and productivity.
  • Reviewed quality of products and segregated into appropriate areas.
  • Prepared food parts and additives for use in manufacturing line.
  • Checked raw materials inventory to keep production lines well-stocked and moving efficiently.
  • Checked component supplies and kept levels right for optimal production.
  • Constructed and filled shipping boxes with finished products.
  • Used standard recipes to mix food batches.
  • Kept working environment clean and well-organized to promote efficiency and minimize waste.
  • Maintained optimal personal and team protections by following safety protocols and procedures when operating equipment and using sharp tools.
  • Recorded batch production data to maintain adequate inventory.
  • Regulated gauges and controls to monitor food prep pressure, flow rate and temperature.
  • Perused recipes and formulas to determine cooking times, optimal temperatures, and ingredient specifications.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Electronic Engineering

Brown Mackie College
Louisville, KY

Some College (No Degree) - Communications

Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY

Skills

  • Floor buffing and waxing
  • Safety Procedures
  • Chemical-handling safety
  • Flooring maintenance
  • Cleaning and sanitation
  • Workplace Safety
  • Team Collaboration
  • Cleaning techniques
  • Sanitation Procedures
  • Hazardous waste management
  • Warehouse Operations
  • Hospital maintenance experience
  • Customer service
  • Retail sales
  • Custodial experience
  • Specimen Collection/Processing
  • Self-Motivated and Disciplined
  • Quality Control
  • Problem-Solving
  • Safety Training
  • Health and Safety Regulations
  • Hazardous Materials Handling
  • Warehouse Safety
  • Attention to Detail

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Floor Technician

Kentucky Trailer
05.2012 - 04.2020

Floor Maintenance Technician

St. Mary's and Elizabeth Hospital
03.2009 - 08.2012

Flour Miller

Casa de Oro Foods
03.2006 - 06.2008

Some College (No Degree) - Electronic Engineering

Brown Mackie College

Some College (No Degree) - Communications

Western Kentucky University

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