JOE L. GARRETT **** Old Concord Rd Apt *** Smyrna Ga 30082

Email address: adsyap@r.postjobfree.com

Phone number: 770-***-**** Cell

CAREER OBJECTIVE:

I am seeking the opportunity to bring my leadership, organizational skills, dedication, and experience in a business setting that will bring added value to your company.

MAJOR QUALIFICATIONS

• More than 10 years’ experience as a janitor/floor technician.

• Highly skilled in cleaning and sanitizing work area in timely fashion.

• In-depth knowledge of operating different kinds of cleaning machines.

• Particularly effective in ensuring proper usage of supplies and equipment.

• Demonstrated ability to follow all safety and personnel rules and regulations.

• Good communication skills.

• Ability to handle multiple cleaning tasks simultaneously.

• Proven ability to work with other crew members and be able to take directions from supervision.

• Able to perform all physical aspects of the janitorial job.

WORK HISTORY

Custodian May 2014 – Present

Georgia Institute of Technology, North Ave, Atlanta GA 30332

• Assist with the setup of facilities for meetings, classrooms, conferences, events, etc.

• Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming them.

• Empty, clean all waste containers and remove waste paper and garbage.

• Move heavy furniture, equipment, and supplies, either manually or by using hand trucks.

• Service, clean, and supply restrooms.

Custodian/Floor Technician Oct 2007 – May 2014

Central State University, 1400 Brush Row Rd, Wilberforce OH 45384

• Used and maintained assigned power equipment and hand tools; buffers, auto scrubbers,

extractors, high pressure washers, high speed buffers and vacuums, brooms, mops, for the cleaning and general maintenance of floors, walls, carpets, and furniture.

• Cleaned offices, corridors, stairways, entry ways, cafeteria and other areas.

• Sweep, dry mop, wet mop, scrub, strip, wax and polish floors using brooms, vacuum cleaners, floor scrubbers and buffers.

• Moved furniture, boxes, cabinets, crates and equipment to clean areas.

• Cleaned, disinfect and deodorize lavatories, urinals and toilet bowls.

• Noted condition of restrooms and report any water leaks, clogged drains and other conditions requiring maintenance.

• Keep stock of cleaning material and equipment needed to do the work and places and order when additional supplies are needed.

• Emptied, cleaned all waste containers and remove waste paper and garbage.

• Vacuum all rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies and corridors.

• Washed, clean and disinfect all water coolers.

• Cleaned entry door glass inside and outside.

• Wiped clean all office furniture and fixtures.

• Performed other duties as assigned.

Driver/Groundsman Jul 2006 – Mar 2007

Parsec Inc, 6000 Westside Rd, Austell GA 30106

• Ensured compliance with all railroad rules and regulations for safety, operations, and the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).

• Operated various vehicles to load/unload freight to and from the train.

• Was responsible for unlocking the trains.

Custodian/Maintenance Worker Jul 2004 – Jun 2006

Dayton Metropolitan Housing Authority, 400 Wayne Ave, Dayton OH 45404

• Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming them.

• Gathered and emptied trash.

• Serviced, cleaned, and supplied restrooms.

• Cleaned and polished furniture and fixtures.

• Made adjustments and minor repairs to heating, cooling, ventilating, plumbing, and electrical systems.

• Mixed water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications.

• Drove vehicles required to perform or travel to cleaning work, including vans, industrial trucks, or industrial vacuum cleaners.

• Followed procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment, in order to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.

• Monitored building security and safety by performing such tasks as locking doors after operating hours and checking electrical appliance use to ensure that hazards are not created.

• Moved heavy furniture, equipment, and supplies, either manually or by using hand trucks.

• Mow and trim lawns and shrubbery, using mowers and hand and power trimmers, and clear debris from grounds.

• Notified managers concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems.

• Removed snow from sidewalks, driveways, and parking areas, using snowplows, snow blowers, and snow shovels, and spread snow melting chemicals.

• Requisitioned supplies and equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.

• Sprayed insecticides and fumigants to prevent insect and rodent infestation.

Custodian Oct 1999 – Jun 2004

Wright State University, 3640 Colonel Glenn Hwy, Dayton OH 45385

• Cleaned and sanitized restrooms/bathrooms using established practices and procedure.

• Assisted with the setup of facilities for meetings, classrooms, conferences, events, etc.

• Striped, cleaned, buffed and apply floor sealer and floor finish to hard surface floors, vacuum

and shampoo carpets.

• Washed walls and equipment; use ladders when required in work assignments.

• Locked and unlocked assigned buildings: secured building when facilities were not in use

checked for unlocked doors and windows, reported any unauthorized occupants.

• Followed instructions regarding the use of chemicals and supplies.

• Performed cleaning and related activities such as removing snow or debris from sidewalks

and stairs in areas within sixteen feet of buildings using hand-operated tools or small

power equipment.

• Moved furniture, equipment, supplies and tools.

EDUCATION

Xenia High School

High School Diploma - 1997

REFERENCES: Available upon request

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