Ruth Hernandez
Beltsville,MD
Summary
Skilled cleaning team member bringing years of experience in commercial and institutional environments. Effective at working independently to manage cleaning needs in all building areas. Proficient in operating equipment, handling chemicals and restocking supplies.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
General Cleaner
PMM Companies
Rockville, MD
04.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with team members to execute daily cleaning schedules effectively.
- Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.
- Vacuumed carpets with proper equipment and cleaning products.
- Enhanced workplace cleanliness by thoroughly dusting, sweeping, and mopping.
- Managed waste disposal by efficiently emptying trash cans.
Maintenance Associate
The Home Depot
Rockville, MD
11.2021 - 01.2026
- Maintained safety conditions and standards in facility.
- Organized storage areas and tool rooms to keep areas safe and fully stocked.
- Circulated throughout facility weekly to identify light bulbs in need of replacement.
- Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.
- Maintained optimal supply levels to meet daily and special cleaning needs.
- Used organic-based chemicals to disinfect floors, counters and furniture.
- Spot-cleaned stains and repaired scuffs or dings to maintain furniture and walls.
- Delivered quality customer service to address urgent needs and cleaning requests.
Janitorial Associate
KBS - Kellermeyer Bergensons Services LLC
Rockville, MD
06.2022 - 07.2024
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation in assigned areas to ensure health and safety standards.
- Operated cleaning equipment effectively, including floor buffers and vacuums, to enhance facility appearance.
- Inspected premises for safety hazards and reported issues promptly to management for resolution.
- Increased efficiency by regularly inspecting workspaces for any needed repairs or maintenance issues that required attention from other departments.
- Emptied trash cans to keep building clean and free of germs.
- Replaced and refilled paper towel and toilet paper dispensers for users convenience.
- Handled spills, accidents and other cleaning emergencies to maintain cleanliness standards throughout assigned shift.
Cleaning Specialist
Diversified Maintenance
Bethesda, MD
11.2018 - 10.2021
- Responsible for cleaning showroom at the Home Depot Design Center.
- Adhered to safety protocols, resulting in zero complaints, hazards or lost-time accidents.
- Emptied trashcans and transported waste to collection areas.
- Organized and used industrial cleaning products following strict safety procedures.
- Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.
Office Cleaner
Beltway Cleaning Service
Washington, DC
09.2016 - 11.2018
- Cleaned desks, office equipment, walls, files, ledges and countertops by dusting surfaces.
- Emptied trashcans and transported waste to collection areas.
- Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.
- Organized and used industrial cleaning products following strict safety procedures.
- Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.
- Performed daily facility checklists for cleaning floors, wiping down glass entryways and collecting trash.
- Used vacuum and shampooers to clean carpeted areas in offices, lobbies and corridors.
Skills
- Sanitize Surfaces
- Floor Care
- Deep Cleaning
- Stock Management
- Linen Care
- Flexible and Reliable
- Excellent Customer Service
- Chemical Mixing and Handling
- Organized
- Dusting Polishing
- Kitchen & Bath Cleaning
- Daily and Deep Cleaning
Accomplishments
- Maintained employee of the month for two months straight.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
General Cleaner
PMM Companies
04.2025 - Current
Janitorial Associate
KBS - Kellermeyer Bergensons Services LLC
06.2022 - 07.2024
Maintenance Associate
The Home Depot
11.2021 - 01.2026
Cleaning Specialist
Diversified Maintenance
11.2018 - 10.2021
Office Cleaner
Beltway Cleaning Service
09.2016 - 11.2018