McKinley Reed
Chicago, IL 60640
To Whom It May Concern,
This letter is to express my interest in the Custodian position listed CareerBuilder.com. I have in excess of fifteen years of
janitorial experience to offer to your company. Consequently, I am confident that I shall be a valuable employee.
My resume lists my work history and I have various certifications, i.e. I completed training for Resilient Floor Care,
Carpet Care, Basic Landscaping and Power Tool Operation. In addition to the training, as mentioned I have fifteen plus
years of experience.
I am excited about opportunity to work as a dependable, safety conscious and dedicated employee.
Sincerely,
McKinley Reed
4418 N. Clifton Ave
Chicago, Il 60640
McKinley Reed 773-***-****
aceqph@r.postjobfree.com
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a challenging position that will enable me to utilize my organizational skills in an environment that
promotes professional growth and development.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Mark’s Cleaning and Decorating Chicago, IL 09/2005 – 01/2012
Maintenance /Housekeeping
• Maintained cleanliness throughout the facility singlehandedly
• Monitored the front desk
Uptown Hull House Chicago, IL 06/1999 – 09/2005
Maintenance/Housekeeping
• Monitored air conditioners & heating systems
• Performed light repairs & miscellaneous duties
• Cleaned the facility daily
Roy F. Weston Chicago, IL 06/1997 – 01/1999
Landscaper
• Enhanced the exterior of schools, churches & various public buildings
• Developed skills necessary for landscaping, including gardening, planting and pruning
• Supervised team to ensure duties were filled
J.P. Willis Contractors Chicago, IL 08/1980 – 09/1996
Carpenter
• Refurbished both the exteriors and interiors of buildings
• Prepared and laid dry wall
• Operated power tools and other construction tools
Ember Plating Company Chicago, IL 03/1976 – 07/1980
Laborer
• Prepared metals for plating process
• Worked with a team in a factory setting
SKILLS
• Able to work independently and in a team, both as a supervisor and under supervision
• Trained in the removal of hazardous waste material
• Experienced in operating industrial equipment and portable power tools
• Certified in Housekeeping, Floor Care and Carpet Care
• Trained First Aid and CPR
References Available Upon Request
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