PAUL SMITH
Suitland,MD
Summary
Extensive experience maintaining clean and safe environments through effective use of specialized cleaning equipment and chemicals. Strong commitment to safety procedures and quality assurance in floor care, ensuring customer satisfaction. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities while collaborating with team members to achieve cleanliness goals.
Overview
1
1
Certification
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Floor Technician
Emcor Group, Inc.
Washington, DC
12.2025 - 09.2026
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards by operating floor cleaning equipment.
- Inspected floors for damage, reporting issues to management without delay.
- Implemented safety procedures for handling hazardous materials during cleaning tasks.
- Removed old wax from floors using chemical strippers and scrapers.
- Swept and mopped floors to maintain cleanliness.
Floor Technician
Akima
Bethesda, MD
03.2024 - 10.2025
- Performed daily floor cleaning and maintenance tasks, including sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, and buffing
- Collaborated with other departments (e.g., janitorial staff) to ensure overall cleanliness of the facility
- Utilized various cleaning equipment and chemicals to ensure high-quality results and maintain a clean and safe environment
- Followed established safety protocols while handling cleaning materials and operating machinery
- Responded promptly to customer requests or complaints regarding floor cleanliness, resolving issues in a professional manner
General Custodian
GNT Group, LLC
Washington, DC
03.2020 - 01.2024
- Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
- Replaced and refilled paper towel and toilet paper dispensers for users convenience.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
- Handled spills, accidents and other cleaning emergencies to maintain cleanliness standards throughout assigned shift.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
Small Engine Mechanic
Washington Air Compressor Rental Company
Washington, DC
03.2007 - 03.2008
- Repair and maintain gasoline engines used to power equipment such as portable saws, lawn mowers, generators, and compressor
- Organized and maintained hand tools and equipment used daily to maximize work performance.
- Followed factory service manual protocols to restore, maintain and test small engine equipment.
- Troubleshot mechanical problems with small engines using schematics and technical manuals.
Small Engine Repairer
Sunbelt Rentals
Washington, DC
06.2001 - 07.2006
- Adhered to company standards and manufacturer guidelines for each repair.
- Listed work performed on each unit in order to properly invoice customers.
- Repaired and maintained various types of small engines, including lawnmowers, chainsaws, generators, and snow blowers
- Diagnosed electrical issues using specialized tools such as multimeters
Education
Spingarn High School
Washington, DC09-1988
Skills
- Floor buffing
- Floor stripping
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Workplace safety
- Team collaboration
- Safety procedures
- Facility cleaning
Personal Information
- Title: FLOOR TECHNICIAN
- Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer.
Certification
Food Handler Certification
Timeline
Floor Technician
Emcor Group, Inc.
12.2025 - 09.2026
Floor Technician
Akima
03.2024 - 10.2025
General Custodian
GNT Group, LLC
03.2020 - 01.2024
Small Engine Mechanic
Washington Air Compressor Rental Company
03.2007 - 03.2008
Small Engine Repairer
Sunbelt Rentals
06.2001 - 07.2006
Spingarn High School