john putney
Elmira, NY *****
**********@*****.***
To secure a Cleaner or Maintenance Mechanic position within a company where I can utilize my skills and prove myself as a team player.
• Over fifteen years of experience delivering quality service in various work environments to include maintenance, construction and janitorial occupations.
• Valid NYS driver's license and reliable transportation.
• High mechanical aptitude with proficient knowledge of transporting appliances, drywall, painting, plumbing, electrical, landscaping/snow removal, window/door repair, flooring, furnace/AC work, roofing, carpentry, and janitorial services; including stripping and refinishing vct tile, hard wood floors. Can operate and run floor cleaning machines, plus much more.
• Safety conscious and operate within OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Act) standards and company safety policies at all times, MSDS, and PPEs.
• Proven dependability with the desire to apply known skills and concepts.
• Available to work first or second shift, holidays, and overtime hours; physically fit.
• Excellent team participation/ interpersonal skills; able to work without direct supervision.
• Exceptional problem solving, multi-tasking, time management skills.
• Outstanding communications skills.
• Understand the importance of being an active listener and adhering to confidentiality requirements. Work Experience
Cleaner/Custodian
Elmira Heights Central School District - Elmira Heights, NY September 2021 to August 2022
Clean class rooms, gymnasium, auditorium, sports grounds, managed two buildings with cleaners and maintenance staff, completed work orders, inventory and ordered supplies, painting, floor care- stripping and waxing, carpet care-shampooing, electrical-fix or replace light fixtures, wall outlets, gfi outlets, wall switch’s, replace light ballast, snow removal, lawn care, repair or replace doors locks and handles, made new keys, hvac, plumbing,
Maintenance Mechanic
Elmira Housing Authority - Elmira, NY
March 2009 to September 2021
Responsibilities included: daily repair and upkeep of the property - inspections with Elmira Housing Authority - preparation of vacant units for occupancy - care, maintenance and inventory of all supplies and Equipment owned by the property - supply and upkeep of all personal tools required - reporting unusual or
Extraordinary circumstances regarding the property or residents - maintaining and insuring a professional
Appearance and attitude at all times - courteous, efficient response at all times Janitor
Kates Klean Company - Elmira, NY
2008 to 2009
Maintenance, Lakeview Improvements, Elmira, NY 2007 - 2008 Cleaner Duties
Horseheads School District - Horseheads, NY
2000 to 2007
Windows, blinds, walls, desks and chairs, all other furniture in rooms, sinks, restrooms, counter tops, sweep floors, wet mop, vacuum rugs, shampoo carpets, strip and refinish floors in hallways and stair cases, restrooms, set up chairs and tables for special occasions, collect garbage and recycling. Removed snow from sidewalks and spread ice melt.
Education
Diploma
Southside High School - Elmira, NY
AAS in Environmental Natural resources conservation Community College of the Finger Lakes
Skills
• Maintenance Mechanic
• Rotate between outside environment and inside; perform tasks in extreme temperatures and changing conditions on demand
• Full knowledge of mowing, leaf removal, trimming hedges, and mulching
• Perform all duties according to OSHA safety standards and company operating policies and procedures; maintain accurate records and complete paperwork
• Perform various cleaning and organizing duties to ensure a safe efficient work area
• General maintenance
• mop
• vacuum
• trash disposal
• window washing
• floor care
• Snow Plowing
• Landscape Maintenance
• Plumbing
• Carpentry
• Lawn Care
• Industrial Maintenance
• Mechanical Knowledge
• Handyman
• Facilities Maintenance
• Drywall
• Roofing
• Assembly
• Packaging
• Custodial Experience
• Electrical Experience
• Equipment Repair
• Construction
• Property Management
Certifications and Licenses
Custodian, DccD0122
February 2021 to February 2022
Chemung county / city of elmira Regional civil service commission P. O. Box 588, 203 lake st elmira ny 14902-0588