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Marvin Canales

Hempstead

Summary

Housekeeping Team Leader with proven reliability at Nassau University Medical Center, adept at training staff and enhancing service quality. Bilingual and detail-oriented, I excel in team collaboration and safety protocols, ensuring a pristine environment while promoting professionalism and efficiency. Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in Surgical Technology and hands-on experience gained through academic clinical rotations. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Housekeeping Team Leader

Nassau University Medical Center
02.2024 - Current
  • Assigned housekeeping staff to specific shifts and room blocks based on abilities and daily requirements.
  • Completed schedules, shift reports, and other business documentation.
  • Utilized chemicals and cleaning equipment in accordance with safety protocols and proper operating standards.
  • Promoted safety by demonstrating proper operation and training staff on power equipment tools.
  • Communicated repair needs to maintenance staff.
  • Evaluated employee performance and developed improvement plans.
  • Trained and mentored all new personnel to maximize quality of service and performance.
  • Worked with front desk to respond promptly to all guest requests.
  • Managed staff of 9 housekeepers.

Housekeeping Cleaner

Nassau University Medical Center
10.2014 - 02.2024
  • Hand-dusted and wiped down office furniture, fixtures, and window sills to keep areas clean and comfortable.
  • Engaged with guests on room requirements and amenities to promote overall satisfaction.
  • Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
  • Slid beds, sofas, and other furniture aside to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
  • Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
  • Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies, and corridors.
  • Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
  • Verified cleanliness and organization of storage areas and carts.
  • Adhered to professional house cleaning checklist.
  • Operated electronic backpack vacuums and floor sweepers.
  • Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
  • Collected trash and moved garbage cans from kitchen areas to pick-up stations.
  • Eliminated germs and minimized infection risk with expert bathroom and kitchen cleanings.
  • Scrubbed floors with special cleaners and equipment to achieve deep clean.
  • Resealed floors with wax.

Maintenance Worker

Temple Beth Shalom
06.2011 - 06.2015
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Dusted furniture, vacuumed carpets, and removed stains from items used for venue events.
  • Washed walls, woodwork, and windows of offices public meeting rooms and break rooms.
  • Completed routine sweeping, mopping, waxing, and polishing of high-traffic floors.
  • Properly handled, transported, and disposed of recycled materials.
  • Provided facility inspection and maintenance to achieve superior levels of cleanliness and upkeep.
  • Sanitized restrooms using such chemicals as ammonia to reduce spread of germs.
  • Removed outdoor debris and yard clippings into receptacles to properly maintain grounds.
  • Removed trash and recyclables at end of each shift and disposed of items in proper receptacles.
  • Safely and effectively handled wide range of cleaning products and solutions.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology, Allied Health Science

Nassau Community College
Garden City, NY
05-2025

Associate of Arts -

Nassau Community College
Garden City, NY
05-2019

Skills

  • Team collaboration
  • Reliability
  • Adaptability
  • Detail-oriented
  • Professionalism
  • Bilingual

Languages

English
Spanish

Interests

  • Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
  • Gym Workouts
  • Biking
  • Music
  • Personal Development and Self-Improvement

Timeline

Housekeeping Team Leader

Nassau University Medical Center
02.2024 - Current

Housekeeping Cleaner

Nassau University Medical Center
10.2014 - 02.2024

Maintenance Worker

Temple Beth Shalom
06.2011 - 06.2015

Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology, Allied Health Science

Nassau Community College

Associate of Arts -

Nassau Community College

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