Seasoned Chief Custodian offering experience in managing custodial teams, ensuring clean and safe environments. Strengths lie in leadership, problem-solving abilities, and familiarity with health and safety regulations. Previous roles demonstrate dedication to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and operational efficiency.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Custodian
Appoquinmink School District
Odessa, Delaware
08.2008 - 08.2025
Supervised daily cleaning operations across multiple school facilities.
Trained and mentored custodial staff on safe equipment usage.
Inspected facilities to ensure compliance with sanitation standards.
Coordinated supply inventory and ordered cleaning materials as needed.
Implemented efficient cleaning schedules for optimal workflow.
Addressed maintenance issues by reporting them to appropriate personnel.
Developed safety protocols for hazardous materials handling.
Facilitated communication between custodial team and school administration.
Implemented safety protocols regarding the use of chemicals and other hazardous materials.
Kept records of daily activities including supply orders and maintenance requests.
Trained new employees on proper use of custodial tools and safety protocols.
Maintained inventory of supplies and equipment used for cleaning purposes.
Managed hazardous waste disposal according to regulations set by local authorities.
Supervised staff to ensure timely completion of custodial tasks.
Inspected buildings regularly to identify any necessary repairs or improvements.
Responded promptly to emergency situations such as floods or fires.
Scheduled regular preventative maintenance checks on all janitorial equipment.
Conducted routine inspections of facilities to ensure compliance with health codes and standards.
Ordered new janitorial supplies as needed.
Performed minor electrical, plumbing, painting, carpentry, and HVAC repairs when needed.
Ensured proper sanitation and cleanliness of all areas in the facility.
Developed and implemented cleaning procedures for daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance.
Organized special events such as conferences or parties that require additional cleaning services.
Assisted with moving furniture or other heavy objects as requested by staff members.
Created work schedules for custodial staff to ensure coverage during operating hours.
Provided feedback on performance reviews for custodial staff members.
Repaired minor damages to furniture, walls, doors when necessary.
Wiped down various surfaces with approved cleaning products to prevent growth of bacteria and viruses.
Vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance.
Wet and spot mopped to clean floors and other surfaces in public corridors.
Kept building interiors appealing with routine deep cleaning of high-traffic areas.
Checked and stocked inventory throughout facility to meet expected demands.
Operated industrial cleaning equipment to quickly complete custodial tasks.
Moved equipment and furniture to thoroughly clean space.
Discarded cardboard boxes and trash in compactors and balers.
Maintained accountability for building keys, master keys and access cards.
Notified building managers about needed repairs to maintain public safety.
Set up and removed furniture, equipment and supplies required for meetings and special events.
Stripped, sealed, finished and polished floors to maintain longevity and health.
Maintained janitorial equipment and performed minor repairs to extend machine life and avoid malfunctions.
Inspected exterior and interior of building for service issues and reported damages and needed repairs to supervisor.
Handled, labeled, and safely stored various hazardous chemicals and solutions to prevent injuries.
Performed landscaping tasks and removed litter to maintain grounds.
Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping or vacuuming.
Kept business entrances clean, tidy and professional in appearance.
Serviced, cleaned and restocked restrooms.
Completed in-depth restroom cleanings to sanitize partitions, decorations, sinks, counters and mirrors.
Checked inventory for required supplies and made lists for needed cleaning products.
Dusted furniture, machines or equipment.
Handled, mixed and stored chemical cleaners in compliance with safety requirements and standard operating procedures.
Followed company uniform, performance and security policies with every job.
Polished windows, glass partitions or mirrors using sponges or squeegees.
Monitored supply levels and requested new items to maintain completing daily cleaning tasks.