Dependable and hardworking professional skilled in keeping interior and exterior spaces clean and well-maintained. Accustomed to sweeping, mopping, vacuuming floors, restocking bathrooms, removing trash, cleaning windows and completing all other types of routine and deep cleaning. Also Reliable Equipment Operator known for high productivity and efficiency in completing tasks. Skilled in operating heavy machinery, performing routine maintenance, and adhering to safety protocols. Excel at problem-solving, communication, and teamwork, ensuring smooth operations on any job site.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Custodian
Greenbrier County Schools
Lewisburg, WV
10.2016 - 06.2024
Replacing light bulbs and repairing or replacing faulty electrical outlets; performing minor plumbing repairs such as unclogging toilets.
Discarded cardboard boxes and trash in compactors and balers.
Ensuring all equipment is properly maintained and serviced regularly according to manufacturer guidelines.
Ensured that all equipment was properly stored after use.
Handled, labeled, and safely stored various hazardous chemicals and solutions to prevent injuries.
Completed in-depth restroom cleanings to sanitize partitions, decorations, sinks, counters and mirrors.
Responding quickly to emergency situations such as flooding or spills in order to minimize damage to property or injury to personnel.
Mowed or trimmed lawns or shrubbery using mowers or hand or power trimmers.
Maintained accountability for building keys, master keys and access cards.
Addressed minor maintenance issues, reporting more serious conditions to supervisors for attention from maintenance technicians.
Monitored supply levels and requested new items to maintain completing daily cleaning tasks.
Steam-cleaned or shampooed carpets.
Maintaining an organized storage area for custodial supplies and equipment; ordering additional items when needed.
Maintained janitorial equipment and performed minor repairs to extend machine life and avoid malfunctions.
Stripped, sealed, finished and polished floors to maintain longevity and health.
Sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming floors; cleaning bathrooms, kitchens, and other common areas; emptying trash cans and disposing of waste appropriately.
Wiped down various surfaces with approved cleaning products to prevent growth of bacteria and viruses.
Kept building interiors appealing with routine deep cleaning of high-traffic areas.
Vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance.
Inspecting buildings for safety hazards or damages that need to be addressed; reporting any issues to management immediately.
Set up and removed furniture, equipment and supplies required for meetings and special events.
Kept business entrances clean, tidy and professional in appearance.
Followed safety processes for all manual and electric cleaning equipment.
Wet and spot mopped to clean floors and other surfaces in public corridors.
Cleared snow, leaves, trash and debris from steps, walkways and areas around building entrances and exits, maintaining cleanliness and appearance of premises.
Stripped, sealed and polished floors.
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.
Moved equipment and furniture to thoroughly clean space.
Handled, mixed and stored chemical cleaners in compliance with safety requirements and standard operating procedures.
Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
Setting up chairs and tables for events taking place in the building's common areas; organizing supplies for upcoming events.
Pipe Laborer/Traffic Controller
Valley rebuilders and excavating
Lewisburg, WV
09.2007 - 12.2007
Installed pipes using hand tools, power tools and heavy machinery.
Assisted in the excavation of trenches for pipe laying.
Handled assembly and installation of underground piping, fittings and valves for storm drains and water mains.
Put in new fire hydrants, gate valves and fire lines to support city requirements.
Assembled prefabricated parts such as chambers, manholes, catch basins.
Provided assistance in the installation of pumps, compressors and other mechanical systems related to pipelines.
Cleaned debris from worksites following completion of tasks.
Operated backhoe to dig trenches for water and sewer pipe.
Ensured proper alignment of pipes by shimming or packing material around them.
Graded and leveled trench bases using tamping machines and hand tools.
Operated rollers, front-end loaders and backhoes for site work.
Backfilled excavated locations after completion of work to protect piping and prepare for final grading.
Directed equipment operators and alerted to hazards by using effective hand signals.
Located existing pipes requiring repair or replacement using magnetic and radio indicators.
Performed backfilling operations after completing piping installations.
Laid out and marked underground pipe routes to ensure accuracy of installation.
Located underground utilities in preparation for digging and marked locations to prevent damage.
Connected pipes with fittings such as elbows, tees, couplings, valves and clamps.
Followed written instructions, schematics and blueprints to lay out pipe in correct arrangements.
Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
Yard Supervisor/receiving and Delivery
Neathawk Lumber
Lewisburg, WV
06.2003 - 07.2005
Provided guidance on operational issues such as maintenance of equipment or inventory control.
Established effective communication systems between supervisors and subordinates.
Promoted safe working conditions by monitoring safety procedures and equipment.
Assigned tasks to personnel based on their skillset and qualifications.
Coordinated efforts between departments to facilitate smooth workflow processes.
Monitored employee performance and provided feedback to improve efficiency.
Completed or assisted with difficult or skilled tasks.
Conducted regular inspections of equipment and tools in order to maintain safe working conditions.
Monitored workers and reviewed completed work for proper performance.
Performed preventive maintenance on yard vehicles by checking fluid levels or inspecting tires regularly.
Assessed job sites to determine work needed.
Directed and coordinated the daily activities of yard personnel to ensure efficient operations.
Resolved personnel problems, complaints and grievances, referring serious issues to higher-level supervisors.
Checked loaded materials compared to work orders for correctness.
Presented and explained work orders to team.
Developed and maintained strong working relationships with customers to ensure customer satisfaction.
Inspected materials received from vendors for quality assurance purposes.
Inspected equipment for wear, specifications adherence and issues.
Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
Managed household errands and other essential duties.
Completed routine maintenance and repair.
Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
Verified accuracy of incoming orders against packing slips before loading onto truck and trailer for shipment.
Inspected product load for accuracy to foster timely and complete delivery.
Relocated goods from dock area to appropriate storage locations.
Operated powered industrial trucks in accordance with OSHA regulations.
Unloaded delivery trucks with product by hand or utilizing lift-gate truck when needed.
Organized warehouse shelves and racks for efficient retrieval during order fulfillment process.
Complied with safety regulations at all times while operating heavy machinery like forklifts.
Loaded and unloaded goods from vehicles, ensuring secure and damage-free handling.
Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
Prepared finished stock for shipment by identifying, pulling and packing product.
Maintained yard appearance, keeping ground clean and clear.
Checked shipments for damaged or incorrect items.
Ensured efficient handling of merchandise and products to maintain inventory accuracy.
Employed hand signals to communicate effectively with coworkers operating transport vehicles and direct movements from floor.
Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
Reported any damages or malfunctions of equipment immediately to supervisor and manager.
Visually assessed materials for conformance to quality standards and shipping orders, removing nonconforming products and reporting for further action.
Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
Adhered strictly to company policies concerning operation of material handling equipment.
Received incoming shipments; verifying quantity, condition, labeling accuracy and conformance to purchase order specifications.
Collaborated with team members to streamline warehouse operations and increase productivity.
Drove gasoline- or electric-powered vehicles to transport materials between loading, processing and storage areas.
Picked up warehouse debris and deposited waste into appropriate piles and stacked baled trash.
Operated power material handling equipment to accurately select and palletize loads.
Loaded, unloaded, transported and stacked materials through careful operation of various warehouse equipment.
Monitored warehouse aisles to prevent collisions with pedestrians or other equipment.
Moved levers or controls of lifting devices to load, unload or stack material.
Positioned lifting devices to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
Positioned lifting devices around loaded pallets, skids and boxes to secure materials for transport to designated areas.
Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
Performed daily equipment checks to verify proper operation and minimize downtime.
Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
Estimated weights, heights, and centers of balance to make precise placements.
Followed safe practices to mix and apply chemicals.
Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
Kept record of daily activities such as number of items moved or handled throughout the day.
Communicated with team members to coordinate efficient and accurate movements.
Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
Operated forklifts to transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areas.
Noted and recorded receipt of materials on drivers' paperwork.
Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
Loaded lumber onto trucks for delivery to job sites.
Carried necessary tools and supplies to transportation vehicles and returned to proper storage areas after use.
Tagged and wrote identifying information on containers, boxes and cargo.
Operated forklifts, skid steers, man lifts and other equipment safely.
Operated saws, forklifts and wood splitters.
Oversaw lumber yard cleanliness and maintenance and organized stacks of wood within correct spots.
Maneuvered heavy loads around lumberyard and job sites with materials handling equipment and forklifts.
Secured items in truck by strapping over protective padding.
Transported material between locations using hand truck, dolly or forklift.
Checked incoming shipments for accuracy and quality control.
Tagged items with identifying information before placing them into inventory.
Followed safety protocols while working in the yard environment.
Sorted and stacked lumber based on size and type according to company and regulatory policies.
Boosted sales by recommending target materials and products to enhance planned purchases.
Protected items by wrapping in cling film, padded moving blankets and tape.
Loaded and unloaded materials like drywall, shingles, and plywood for customers.
Coordinated cargo unloading with other workers to achieve efficient and safe transportation.
Loaded and unloaded shipments from trucks and picked up and moved heavy packages and items using forklifts.
Assisted customers with selecting materials for their projects.
Provided support to fellow workers when needed.
Stacked material in a safe manner on pallets or racks ready for shipment.
Invoiced products leaving yard to manage inventory and billing.
Unloaded incoming shipments from trucks manually or with machinery.
Learned lumber products and manufacturer differences to give customers sound advice on building materials.
Cleaned empty storage areas to achieve proper sanitation regulations and make area fit for future use.
Organized the yard according to product type and size.
Handled customer purchases, processed paperwork, collected payments and organized deliveries.
Identified defective pieces of lumber by examining them closely for signs of damage.
Inspected and graded milled, rough sawed and dimensional stock lumber.
Operated large vehicles, forklifts and pallet jacks to transport multiple freight loads.
Checked cargo before transportation and determined if items adhered to proper regulation standards.
Recorded inventory levels in computer system accurately.
Loaded and unloaded delivery trucks as needed.
Maintained inventory of lumber stock.
Cut wood to customer specifications using saws, planers, routers and other tools.
Assisted contractors and other customers find products and load vehicles.
Performed preventative maintenance on tools and equipment used in the yard.
Inspected and measured lumber for defects and dimensions.
Used digital database to keep records of units and stock moved.
Checked shipments against invoices to ensure accuracy of orders.