A General Custodian is responsible for maintaining and protecting the organization’s facility. The job description entails maintaining the external and internal appearance of the building. A well-drafted General Custodian Resume mentions the following core duties and responsibilities – ensuring spaces are prepared for the next day, sweeping and mopping floors and vacuuming carpets, washing and sanitizing toilets, and showers and restocking disposables, wiping mirrors and windows, utilizing insecticides to prevent infestation by dangerous pests, reporting major damages and overseeing repairs, securing facilities after operating hours by locking doors, and closing windows, and undertaking occasional custodial and janitorial tasks.
Employers prefer to hire those possessing the following skills and abilities – knowledge of use and maintenance of industrial cleaning equipment and appliances, knowledge of safe disposal of chemical liquids and other hazardous components, familiarity with basic landscaping and handyman practices, and good physical condition and strength. A high school diploma is preferred but not required.
Objective : Seeking an opportunity in a family friendly environment where helping people with their health care needs set the precedence. Assist or perform snow removal activities and minor maintenance, such as replacing light bulbs, adjusting furniture, or other similar activities.
Skills : Microsoft Office Suite, Data Mining, Accounting, Accounting.
Description :
Performed general, routine custodial duties, to include dusting, mopping, vacuuming, cleaning restrooms, and restocking paper and soap supplies.
Performed routine maintenance to custodial equipment and supplies.
Empties trash receptacles, disposes trash into compactors and/or dumpsters, and bags trash for proper disposal.
Unlocked doors, ensuring doors are locked after cleaning areas.
Reported needs and concerns to appropriate staff, which may include submitting or recommending work orders and checking supply levels; for positions within on-campus residence halls, responsible for reporting concerns related to on-campus residents.
Ensured proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
Assisted in on-the-job training of new staff on routine procedures.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Automotive Sciences
General Custodian Resume
Summary : Worked as a custodian and maintenance guy for over 8 years combined, also can strip and wax floors. Performs custodial maintenance duties, including dusting, mopping, finishing and buffing floors, vacuuming and shampooing carpets, cleaning and restocking restrooms.
Skills : Computer, Management, Multi-Tasking, Human Resources, Lean Manufacturing, People Management.
Description :
Performed all activities that were custodial in nature and deemed appropriate by Administration.
Kept buildings and grounds neat and clean at all times.
Cleaned and maintained all assigned workspaces and equipment.
Assisted in building and grounds security by locking all doors and gates after use and at end of work day.
Performed routine maintenance and repairs of buildings, equipment, and grounds.
Followed all safety procedures as provided by the district.
Performed other duties as assigned.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Diploma
General Custodian Resume
Summary : Custodian is responsible for keeping a running inventory of all cleaning supplies and submitting purchasing requests when supplies get low. Respond to repair calls for such activities as replacing a broken light, cleaning up a non-toxic spill and removing damaged office furniture.
Skills : Proficient knowledge of cleaning equipment and agents.
Description :
Maintained safety regulations by completing yearly training; followed guidelines by ensuring policies.
General cleaning and maintenance.
Responsible for an area to be clean and presentable in a given time period.
Minor repairs to school equipment (Desks, chairs, vacuums, etc.).
Picked up trash, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, or using industrial cleaning equipment to clean floors, cleaning and stocking bathrooms.
Cleaned out the bus, placed gas in the bus, cleaned up the mechanic shop.
Managed the outside advertisement sign.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Executive
Education
High school diploma
General Custodian Resume
Summary : As a General Custodian, responsible for picking up trash, taking out trash, dusting, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, cleaning and stocking bathrooms, making sure buildings are secure, cleaning windows and mirrors, and performing minor repairs.
Skills : Handling basic maintenance repairs, Physically agile and dexterous.
Description :
Managed sanitation in all recreational areas and parks throughout the city of Compton.
Set up and take down events efficiently and orderly.
Maintained a clean work area to meet safety standards.
Proactive attitude means things are taken care of before they become a problem.
Cleaned the schools of Pontiac School District.
Performed cleaning and related activities such as removing snow or debris from sidewalks and stairs in areas within sixteen feet.
Washed accessible interior and exterior windows.
Cleaned blinds.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Consultant
Education
Diploma
General Custodian Resume
Headline : Over 3 years of experience in work utilizing knowledge of various custodial materials, equipment, methods and procedures used in maintaining a clean, neat and orderly building.
Skills : Outstanding organizational skills, Basic math skills.
Description :
Ensured spaces are prepared for the next day by taking out trash, tidying furniture and dusting surfaces.
Swept and mopped floors and vacuum carpets.
Washed and sanitized toilets, sinks and showers and restock disposables (e.g. soap).
Wiped mirrors and windows.
Maintained outer premises by watering plants, mowing lawn, cleaning entrances.
Utilized insecticides to prevent infestation by dangerous pests.
Performed maintenance and minor repairs (replacing broken switches, fixing door handles, minor leaks etc.).
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Diploma
General Custodian Resume
Headline : General Custodians work to create a clean, orderly, and safe environment by performing a wide variety of cleaning and maintenance activities on buildings. Keep buildings clean, ranging from banks to schools and offices.
Skills : Knowledge of occupational hazards safety rules, Communication skills.
Description :
Used cleaning supplies and equipment to keep the interior of the office building looking clean and professional.
Responded to repair requests quickly and with a professional manner.
Maintained a library of user manuals for office furniture and fixtures that can be referred to when needed.
Adhered to the company’s safety policies to create a safe work environment for everyone.
Performed routing cleaning tasks based on a schedule created by the facility management team.
Performed cleaning functions specific to the assigned facilities and/or based on seasonal/project requirements.
Provided vendors with access to areas for cleaning and may answer basic questions. May report issues with vendors to supervisor.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
GED
General Custodian Resume
Headline : General custodian clean assigned work areas including offices, classrooms, restrooms, public areas, hotel guest rooms, grounds, etc. Operate mechanical cleaning and scrubbing equipment including vacuums, burnishes, wet/dry vacuums, floor scrubbers laundry machines.
Skills : Background in handling, mixing, and using cleaning chemicals.
Description :
Kept building and property in clean and orderly condition.
Performed routine maintenance activities.
Performed heavy cleaning duties.
Swept, mopped, scrubed, or vacuumed floors.
Gathered and emptied trash.
Scrubed, sanitized, and supplied restroom facilities.
Dusts furniture, walls, and equipment.
Cleanned windows, mirrors, and partitions with soap and other cleansers.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
GED
General Custodian Resume
Objective : General Custodian responsibilities include performing routine cleaning duties to maintain the cleanliness of the facility, maintaining supplies, and inspecting building for needed repairs.
Skills : Attention to detail and conscientiousness, Very good physical condition and strength.
Description :
Mixed cleaning solutions and chemicals in containers in preparation for cleaning, according to instructions.
Followed procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power machinery to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
Cleanned and polished fixtures and furniture.
Shampoos or steam-cleans carpets and rugs.
Cleanned and polished furniture and fixtures.
Managed inventory of cleaning supplies.
Drove vehicles required to perform or travel to cleaning work, including industrial trucks, vans, or industrial vacuum cleaners.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Executive
Education
GED
General Custodian Resume
Headline : As a General Custodian, responsible for cleans patient rooms, offices, classrooms, work areas and public areas as assigned and according to proper processes, procedures and standards.
Skills : Knowledge of safe disposal of chemical liquids and other hazardous components.
Description :
Oversaw that the facilities in our workplace are maintained well.
Ensured that the environment is clean and tidy.
Ensured that the previous day's garbage is cleared up for the next day.
Ensured the janitors and cleaners are working on time and regularly.
Maintained an inventory of all the cleaning equipment and regularly replenish.
Authorized regular security checks, health check-ups and sanitization routines such as pest control.
Ensured the plants are watered regularly.
Oversaw that the place is appropriately shut down after hours and secure.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
GED
General Custodian Resume
Headline : As a General Custodian, responsible for cleans and maintains the company facilities, including gaming areas, ensuring that written cleaning service standards are met for set work schedule. Interacts with casino guests and team members to provide exceptional service.
Skills : Read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
Description :
Swept, mopped and vacuumed floors.
Waxed furniture and cleaning fixtures.
Disposed of trash and emptying trash receptacles.
Performed minor repairs.
Kept buildings free from indoor pests.
Maintained cleaning equipment.
Maintained inventory of cleaning agents and equipment.
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