Kwabena akowuah
Alexandria,VA
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Night Custodian Building Supervisor
Arlington Public Schools, Arlington High School
Arlington, VA
06.2019 - Current
- Inspected exterior and interior of building for service issues and reported damages and needed repairs to supervisor.
- Moved furniture as needed for special events or other activities.
- Wet and spot mopped to clean floors and other surfaces in public corridors.
- Mowed or trimmed lawns or shrubbery using mowers or hand or power trimmers.
- Kept building interiors appealing with routine deep cleaning of high-traffic areas.
- Stripped, sealed and polished floors.
- Notified building managers about needed repairs to maintain public safety.
- Performed landscaping tasks and removed litter to maintain grounds.
- Requisitioned supplies or equipment for cleaning and maintenance duties.
- Kept business entrances clean, tidy and professional in appearance.
- Completed in-depth restroom cleanings to sanitize partitions, decorations, sinks, counters and mirrors.
- Discarded cardboard boxes and trash in compactors and balers.
- Cleaned restrooms including toilets, sinks, showers, and mirrors.
- Performed daily custodial duties such as vacuuming, mopping, dusting, and polishing floors in hallways, classrooms, lobbies, and other common areas.
- Set up and removed furniture, equipment and supplies required for meetings and special events.
- Checked security systems at night before leaving the building to ensure everything was secure.
- Operated industrial cleaning equipment to quickly complete custodial tasks.
- Operated floor scrubbing machines to clean carpets in public spaces.
- Swept sidewalks and parking lots to ensure a safe environment for staff and visitors.
- Responded to emergency situations involving spills or messes that need immediate attention.
- Dusted furniture, machines or equipment.
- Followed chemical cleaner and power equipment procedures to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
- Reported any building maintenance issues to the supervisor on duty.
- Removed snow from sidewalks using snowplows, snow blowers or snow shovels.
Floor Technician
Compass Group Management
Fairfax, VA
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Engaged in carpet cleaning using industrial steam cleaners and shampoo machines.
- Checked machinery for proper functioning before use.
- Vacuumed, buffed, and waxed floors without causing disruptions to business.
- Consulted with supervisor on any issues related to floor maintenance tasks.
- Cleaned hard-surface floors with mops, scrubbers, or other cleaning equipment.
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
Fairfax, VA
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Enforced access control measures in accordance with established procedures.
- Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings and patrolling property.
- Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
- Detected emergency situations through keen listening and close observation to respond appropriately to alarms.
- Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies, and regulations.
- Warned violators of rule infractions and escorted unauthorized persons off premises.
- Wrote reports outlining thefts, unauthorized access violations or other unusual occurrences to help support later criminal or civil actions.
- Verified photo IDs and tickets to allow guests passage.
- Explained security protocols to employees and guests to promote readiness for emergency situations.
- Monitored building and property entrances and exits to detect intrusions and protect assets.
- Checked for safety hazards and took corrective action when necessary.
- Warned persons of rule infractions or violations and evicted violators from premises.
- Monitored premises and recorded activity in daily officer reports.
Produce Clerk
Harris Teeter
Alexandria, VA
12.2010 - 06.2022
- Stayed up-to-date on new products offered in the department.
- Maintained cleanliness of department while adhering to health code regulations.
- Placed special orders or called other stores to find desired items.
- Utilized shrink wrap machine for wrapping products properly.
- Informed customers about various types of produce available.
- Received and stocked incoming produce shipments.
- Followed established food safety guidelines when handling perishables such as fruits and vegetables.
- Removed expired and overripe items to provide freshest options and eliminate health risks.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries, providing knowledgeable recommendations on produce selection.
- Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.
- Maintained knowledge of sales and promotions, return policies and security practices.
- Educated customers on produce storage and preparation techniques to enhance their shopping experience.
- Assisted customers with product selection and answered questions regarding nutritional value or storage tips.
- Updated pricing and sales signs to promote merchandise.
- Monitored temperature logs for refrigerators and freezers.
- Bagged or packaged purchases and wrapped gifts.
- Monitored work environment to maintain safety, cleanliness and organization.
- Organized displays of fresh fruits and vegetables in the store.
- Utilized product knowledge to minimize waste, repurposing or discounting near-expiry produce.
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries.
- Adhered to health and safety regulations, maintaining a safe shopping environment.
- Identified and quickly handled spill clean-up.
- Assisted customers with product, promotion and policy information.
- Responded to customer feedback, addressing concerns and improving service quality.
- Performed quality checks on produce, removing damaged or spoiled items promptly.
- Stocked produce displays with fresh fruits and vegetables, keeping items organized and accessible.
- Rotated stock to maintain freshness.
- Watched for and recognized security risks and thefts to prevent or handle situations.
- Checked for quality, ripeness, and overall condition of products before stocking shelves.
- Loaded, unloaded and moved heavy products using material loading equipment.
- Greeted customers and offered to help locate produce items.
- Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays to focus customer attention on specific items.
- Demonstrated familiarity with department products to help customers in selecting items.
- Collaborated with team members, sharing tasks and supporting department goals.
Custodian 1
Alexandria city public schools
Alexandria, VA
03.2011 - 06.2019
- Moved furniture, equipment or supplies manually or with hand trucks.
- Providing support services for a variety of events including setup and breakdown assistance as needed.
- Operated industrial cleaning equipment to quickly complete custodial tasks.
- Cleaning windows, mirrors, walls, and ceilings; dusting furniture and wiping down surfaces.
- Vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance.
- Disinfecting high-touch areas including doorknobs, handrails on stairs, escalators, and elevator buttons.
- Handled, mixed and stored chemical cleaners in compliance with safety requirements and standard operating procedures.
- Mowed or trimmed lawns or shrubbery using mowers or hand or power trimmers.
Overnight Stocker
Target
Alexandria , VA
11.2010 - 01.2011
- Picked up boxes and related trash from sales floor.
- Utilized hand truck to transport large quantities of merchandise between departments or areas within the store.
- Checked expiration dates on all food items to ensure quality control standards were met.
- Packed and unpacked items, checking breakables before stocking on shelves.
- Assisted customers with locating items, retrieving merchandise from stockroom shelves and providing information on products.
- Stocked pallets throughout shift to keep warehouse clean, maintained and organized.
- Removed expired and overripe items to provide freshest options and eliminate health risks.
- Received and stocked merchandise in a timely manner.
- Prepared products by adding tags and readying pallets for restocking.
- Assisted customers in locating desired items throughout the store.
- Adhered strictly to safety regulations while handling heavy equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Observed strict safety measures while stocking shelves to prevent falls and mishaps.
Education
Kumasi High School
Ghana 11-1993
Skills
- Supervisory skills
- Task delegation
- Cleaning proficiency
- Sanitation practices
- Chemical handling
- Work prioritization
- Security awareness
- Building inspection
- Waste disposal
- Groundskeeping
- Physical stamina
- Responsible and dependable
Timeline
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
06.2024 - 09.2024
Floor Technician
Compass Group Management
01.2024 - 12.2024
Assistant Night Custodian Building Supervisor
Arlington Public Schools, Arlington High School
06.2019 - Current
Custodian 1
Alexandria city public schools
03.2011 - 06.2019
Produce Clerk
Harris Teeter
12.2010 - 06.2022
Overnight Stocker
Target
11.2010 - 01.2011
Kumasi High School
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