Ryan McDonald
Trenton
Summary
Engaged in comprehensive management development certification at Princeton University, focusing on strategic leadership and organizational effectiveness.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Custodian
Montgomery Township Schools
Skillman, NJ
04.2025 - Current
- Supervised daily cleaning operations to ensure facility cleanliness and safety standards.
- Trained and mentored custodial staff in effective cleaning techniques and equipment usage.
- Developed maintenance schedules to enhance operational efficiency across school facilities.
- Implemented inventory management system for cleaning supplies, reducing costs and waste.
- Coordinated special event setups, ensuring all areas met presentation standards for community engagement.
- Evaluated custodial procedures, leading initiatives that improved overall service quality and efficiency.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to identify maintenance needs and initiate corrective actions.
- Collaborated with school administration to develop policies promoting a clean and safe learning environment.
- Increased overall satisfaction among users of the facility by consistently maintaining high standards of cleanliness in all spaces.
- Contributed to a positive school culture through professional interactions with students, staff, and visitors.
- Upheld a well-maintained school environment by coordinating deep-cleaning tasks during breaks and holidays.
- 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.
Lead Custodian
Princeton University Sports Camps
Princeton, NJ
06.2021 - 04.2025
- Assisted custodial staff in maintaining cleanliness and safety in sports facilities.
- Supported the development of cleaning schedules to improve efficiency.
- Guided new custodians on proper equipment usage and safety measures.
- Performed routine inspections to uphold hygiene and facility maintenance standards.
- Developed and implemented efficient cleaning schedules, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Trained new custodians on best practices for equipment use and safety protocols.
- Conducted routine inspections to maintain high standards of hygiene and facility upkeep.
- Collaborated with event coordinators to prepare venues for various sports events.
- Managed inventory of cleaning supplies, ensuring availability and cost-effectiveness.
- Resolved maintenance issues promptly, minimizing disruption during camp operations.
- Established training programs that improved staff performance and service quality.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations through thorough knowledge of OSHA guidelines and adherence to company policies.
- Enhanced cleanliness and sanitation by implementing efficient cleaning techniques and protocols.
- Implemented a structured training program for new hires, providing necessary support and guidance to ensure their success in the custodial team.
- Optimized workflow efficiency by analyzing data from routine performance evaluations of custodial staff members.
Utility custodian
Hamilton Board of Education
Township of Hamilton, NJ
10.2017 - 05.2021
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of educational facilities, ensuring safe environments for students and staff.
- Operated floor cleaning equipment, including vacuums and buffers, to uphold high cleanliness standards.
- Conducted routine inspections of school premises to identify maintenance needs and address safety concerns.
- Collaborated with staff to develop efficient cleaning schedules that minimized disruption during school hours.
- Trained new custodial personnel on best practices for cleaning techniques and equipment usage.
- Implemented waste management procedures, enhancing recycling efforts within the school environment.
- Assisted in inventory management of cleaning supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels for daily operations.
- Developed strategies to improve workflow efficiency, leading to enhanced overall facility maintenance processes.
- Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
- Maintained a well-organized supply closet for easy access to necessary tools.
- Replaced and refilled paper towel and toilet paper dispensers for users convenience.
- Moved furniture for cleaning and set up for special events.
- Enhanced cleanliness and safety by regularly sanitizing high-touch surfaces.
- Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
- Followed safety protocols and safe use of protective gear to prevent injury to self and others.
- Handled spills, accidents and other cleaning emergencies to maintain cleanliness standards throughout assigned shift.
- Collaborated with other custodial staff to complete larger projects efficiently and effectively.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations such as spills or leaks, minimizing damage and ensuring safety.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness in outdoor spaces through regular trash removal, sweeping, and landscaping duties.
- 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.
- Deep cleaned or replaced flooring, performing stripping, sealing and finishing tasks.
- Mixed, used, and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
- Reported damages and hazardous conditions to management for further action.
- Supported event setup and tear-down, contributing to successful school functions.
- Cleaned equipment and machinery to maintain in optimum working condition.
Customer Service Representative
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF LETTER CARRIERS
Ashburn, VA
12.2010 - 09.2017
- Resolved customer inquiries through effective communication and problem-solving techniques.
- Provided accurate information regarding postal services and membership benefits to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline service processes, improving response times for customer requests.
- Trained new employees on customer service protocols and best practices to ensure consistency in service delivery.
Education
High school diploma - undefined
Hamilton East Steinert
Township of Hamilton, NJ06-2007
Skills
- Performed mowing tasks to maintain grounds Supported cleaning teams with custodial responsibilities Operated forklift equipment efficiently Executed buffing procedures for floor maintenance Conducted commercial cleaning duties to ensure cleanliness Applied mechanical knowledge for minor repairs Utilized physiology knowledge in relevant tasks
Certification
Low pressure black seal license
Timeline
Head Custodian
Montgomery Township Schools
04.2025 - Current
Lead Custodian
Princeton University Sports Camps
06.2021 - 04.2025
Utility custodian
Hamilton Board of Education
10.2017 - 05.2021
Customer Service Representative
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF LETTER CARRIERS
12.2010 - 09.2017
High school diploma - undefined
Hamilton East Steinert