Head Custodian
Cumberland County Schools
03.2023 - Current
- Enhanced cleanliness and sanitation by implementing efficient custodial procedures and using appropriate cleaning solutions.
- Reduced maintenance costs by conducting regular inspections of facilities and identifying areas requiring attention or repairs.
- Improved safety standards by promptly addressing potential hazards, such as wet floors, loose wiring, or broken fixtures.
- Streamlined workflow with development of comprehensive daily task schedule for custodial team of 6.
- Managed inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment effectively to minimize waste and ensure timely replenishment.
- Collaborated with administrators to address specific facility needs during events or special projects.
- Upheld well-maintained school environment by coordinating deep-cleaning tasks during breaks and holidays.
- Contributed to positive school culture through professional interactions with students, staff, and visitors.
- Optimized energy efficiency by routinely monitoring HVAC systems and making necessary adjustments for optimal performance.
- Safeguarded building security by performing regular checks on doors, windows, and alarms after hours or during weekends.
- Provided prompt resolution to facility-related issues reported by staff or students through effective communication and follow-up actions.
- Coordinated with contractors for timely completion of repair works ensuring minimal disruption to daily activities at facility.
- Ran variety of cleaning machines such as floor machines designed to strip, wax, extract, and top scrub floors and carpets.
- Checked in and stocked inventory throughout facility.
- Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
- Set up, arranged and removed decorations, tables, chairs, ladders, and scaffolding to prepare facilities for large events.
- Cleaned equipment and machinery to maintain in optimum working condition.
- Handled spills, accidents and other cleaning emergencies to maintain cleanliness standards throughout assigned shift.
- Replaced and refilled paper towel and toilet paper dispensers for users convenience.
- Reported damages and hazardous conditions to management for further action.
- Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
- Followed safety protocols and safe use of protective gear to prevent injury to self and others.
- Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.
- Identified repair needs and major maintenance concerns, and escalated issues to management.
- Operated buffers and burnishers to clean and polish floors.