Maria Cruz
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dedicated housekeeping professional with extensive cleaning expertise honed at Harvard. Proven ability to enhance facility sanitation and organization while fostering a customer service-focused environment. Skilled in mopping techniques and effective restroom care, consistently promoting safety and cleanliness. Recognized for streamlining inventory management, reducing costs, and improving operational efficiency.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Janitor C
FirstService Residencial
06.2021 - 08.2025
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of facilities, ensuring a safe environment for all occupants.
- Handled cleaning machinery to ensure sanitation compliance.
- Replenished supplies such as soap and paper products in restrooms and common areas regularly.
- Assisted with waste disposal procedures, promoting recycling initiatives within the facility.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Improved facility cleanliness by performing daily maintenance tasks, such as sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming.
- Maintained a positive and professional demeanor while interacting with building occupants, promoting a respectful work environment.
- Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
- Collaborated with other janitorial staff to complete large-scale cleaning projects efficiently.
- Maintained floor cleaning and waxing equipment.
Housekeeper
Harvard
06.2021 - 06.2021
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation in assigned areas, ensuring adherence to health and safety standards.
- Performed routine inspections of facilities to identify maintenance needs and report concerns promptly.
- Utilized appropriate cleaning equipment and supplies for various surfaces, enhancing overall efficiency of operations.
- Assisted in training new staff on cleaning protocols and safety procedures, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Developed effective cleaning schedules to optimize time management and resource allocation across multiple locations.
- Streamlined inventory management processes for cleaning supplies, reducing costs through strategic purchasing decisions.
- Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
- Cleaned and stocked guest rooms by replacing used towels and linens vacuuming floors, making beds, and restocking bathroom items.
- Collaborated with other housekeeping staff to complete tasks efficiently and effectively.
Housekeeping
Hospital
06.2010 - 08.2017
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of facilities, ensuring a safe environment for all occupants.
- Handled cleaning machinery to ensure sanitation compliance.
- Replenished supplies such as soap and paper products in restrooms and common areas regularly.
- Assisted with waste disposal procedures, promoting recycling initiatives within the facility.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Improved facility cleanliness by performing daily maintenance tasks, such as sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming.
- Maintained a positive and professional demeanor while interacting with building occupants, promoting a respectful work environment.
- Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
- Collaborated with other janitorial staff to complete large-scale cleaning projects efficiently.
- Maintained floor cleaning and waxing equipment.
Northwest
Housekeeping
06.2017 - 08.2019
Education
High School Diploma -
Preparatoria#8
Mexico Monterrey Skills
- Cleaning expertise
- Restroom care
- Customer service-focused
- Mopping techniques
- Snow removal
Timeline
Janitor C
FirstService Residencial
06.2021 - 08.2025
Housekeeper
Harvard
06.2021 - 06.2021
Northwest
Housekeeping
06.2017 - 08.2019
Housekeeping
Hospital
06.2010 - 08.2017
High School Diploma -
Preparatoria#8