Willie Cave
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Proactive maintenance professional with a proven track record at the Department of Education,Boys High School . Expert in maintenance management and logbook maintenance, achieving significant cost reductions through effective preventative programs. Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills full team collaboration and enhance operational efficiency.
Maintenance professional committed to operational excellence and efficiency. Proven track record in managing maintenance projects and ensuring equipment functionality. Focused on team collaboration and adaptability, known for reliability and responsive to evolving needs. Skilled in technical troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and team leadership.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Crew Member /Janitorial Cleaner
Department Of Education. PS 183.BROOKLYN NY
01.1984 - 01.2005
- Supported daily operations and system maintenance procedure
- Followed routine maintenance checklist.
- Removed outdoor debris and yard clippings into receptacles to properly maintain grounds.
- Followed safety precautions to avoid personal injury and provide safe work environment.
- Enhanced safety in the workplace by addressing potential hazards and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Increased team productivity through effective communication and collaboration on maintenance tasks.
- Used various equipment to remove snow and sprinkled rock salt on walkways to prevent falls.
- Provided facility inspection and maintenance to achieve superior levels of cleanliness and upkeep.
- Collaborated with other departments to address cross-functional maintenance needs effectively.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards and regulations through meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of maintenance work.
- Achieved timely completion of repair projects by prioritizing tasks based on urgency and impact on operations.
- Fostered a positive work environment by providing training and guidance for junior crew members as needed.
- Assisted with emergency repairs during off-hours ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
- Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Properly handled, transported, and disposed of recycled materials.
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
- Removed trash and recyclables at end of each shift and disposed of items in proper receptacles.
- Safely and effectively handled wide range of cleaning products and solutions.
- Reported issues to property manager so effective resolutions could be put into place.
- Executed tasks within time and budget constraints.
- Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.
- Cleaned, stocked and sanitized restrooms and inspected hourly to deliver guests immaculate, safe environments that reflected well on employer.
- Emptied trashcans and transported waste to collection areas.
- Helped outside crew complete grounds maintenance tasks such as mowing grass, trimming bushes and removing debris.
- Used hand trucks or manually lifted supplies, equipment and heavy furniture.
- Operated buffers and burnishers to clean and polish floors.
- Used organic-based chemicals to disinfect floors, counters and furniture.
- Assisted with special facility events by preparing rooms, installing decorations, and transporting supplies.
- Vacuumed and shampooed carpets, upholstery and other fabrics.
- Used power scrubbing and waxing machines to scrub and polish floors.
- Identified repair needs and major maintenance concerns, and escalated issues to management.
- Supervised supplies in inventory and submitted reorder requests.
- Followed safety standards and established SOPs when handling, mixing and storing hazardous chemicals.
- Used vacuum and shampooers to clean carpeted areas in offices, lobbies and corridors.
- Maintained floor cleaning and waxing equipment.
- Cleaned walls and ceilings with special reach tools following regular schedule.
- Responded immediately to calls from personnel to clean up spills and wet floors.
- Performed daily facility checklists for cleaning floors, wiping down glass entryways and collecting trash.
Education
None - None
Boys High School
Brooklyn, NY06.1975
Skills
- Maintenance
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Oversee maintenance
- Maintenance management
- Sanitation maintenance
- Maintenance servicing
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Team collaboration
- Heavy lifting
- Cleaning procedures
- Preventive Maintenance
Timeline
Maintenance Crew Member /Janitorial Cleaner
Department Of Education. PS 183.BROOKLYN NY
01.1984 - 01.2005
None - None
Boys High School
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