Richard Powell
Jackson
Summary
Experienced Custodian & Maintenance Supervisor with strong problem-solving skills and a detail-oriented approach. Successfully developed training programs that improved cleaning techniques and safety protocols, fostering a culture of excellence in janitorial operations.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Custodian & Maintenance Supervisor
Rankin County School District
Richland
12.2018 - Current
- Supervised daily janitorial operations, ensuring cleanliness and maintenance across all school facilities.
- Developed training programs for staff to enhance cleaning techniques and safety protocols.
- Managed inventory of cleaning supplies, ensuring timely restocking and cost-effective purchasing.
- Coordinated scheduling of janitorial staff, optimizing coverage during peak usage times.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to identify maintenance needs and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Collaborated with vendors to secure contracts for cleaning equipment and supplies.
- Led team meetings to discuss performance, address concerns, and promote teamwork among staff.
- Monitored and evaluated staff performance, providing constructive feedback to enhance productivity.
- Assured proper disposal of hazardous materials in accordance with environmental regulations.
- Established safety protocols for the use of cleaning equipment, reducing workplace accidents.
- Trained new employees on janitorial procedures and school-specific cleaning standards.
- Facilitated communication between school administration and janitorial staff to align goals and expectations.
- Maintained accurate records of maintenance schedules and cleaning activities for reporting purposes.
- Assisted with painting projects throughout the facility as needed.
- Supervised and coordinated daily janitorial tasks to ensure efficient completion of duties.
- Inspected grounds surrounding the facility regularly for debris removal or landscaping needs.
- Trained new employees on proper cleaning techniques, safety procedures, and use of equipment.
- Sanitized and cleaned sinks, mirrors, toilets and showers.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Communicated with maintenance team on damages to repair.
- Checked inventory for required supplies and made lists for needed cleaning products.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Swept and damp-mopped private stairways and hallways.
- Polished furniture and room accessories to keep all areas bright and fresh.
- Explained goals and expectations required of trainees.
- Coached staff on strategies to enhance performance and improve customer relations.
Janitorial/Maintenance Supervisor
Yellow Freight contracted to Taylor’s Janitorial
Richland
05.2004 - 08.2018
- Supervised daily cleaning operations to ensure high standards of cleanliness across all facilities.
- Coordinated maintenance schedules to optimize cleaning activities and minimize disruptions.
- Trained new janitorial staff on proper cleaning techniques and safety protocols.
- Developed and implemented quality control procedures to enhance service delivery.
- Enforced safety compliance measures to protect staff and reduce workplace hazards.
- Created work schedules for janitorial staff according to established guidelines.
- Supervised and coordinated daily janitorial tasks to ensure efficient completion of duties.
- Sweep, mop and vacuum floors of all areas.
- Clean and sanitize restrooms, sinks, countertops and other surfaces.
- Empty wastebaskets and trash containers.
- Wiped down various surfaces with approved cleaning products to prevent growth of bacteria and viruses.
- Mopped and waxed floors, dusted, deep cleaned bathrooms and removed trash to keep buildings in clean and orderly condition.
- Clean windows, walls, ceilings, carpets and furniture in assigned areas.
- Completed sweeping and vacuuming, glass cleaning and trash collecting.
- Sorted and disposed of trash and recycling materials to keep common areas clean and organized.
- Kept building interiors appealing with routine deep cleaning of high-traffic areas.
- Ensure that all spills are cleaned up immediately to prevent any accidents from occurring.
- Wet and spot mopped to clean floors and other surfaces in public corridors.
- Organized custodial closets to easily find equipment and supplies.
- Maintain janitorial supply inventory.
- Disinfect equipment and supplies using germicides or steam-cleaning equipment.
- Reduced cleaning time significantly while maintaining company quality standards.
- Move furniture, equipment, boxes or other items as requested by supervisors or clients.
- Maintained, sanitized and vacuumed dining area and washed kitchen floors prior to closing.
- Operate floor cleaning machines to clean rugs, carpets and hard surface floors.
- Handled, labeled, and safely stored various hazardous chemicals and solutions to prevent injuries.
- Operated industrial cleaning equipment to quickly complete custodial tasks.
- Notified building managers about needed repairs to maintain public safety.
- Stripped, sealed, finished and polished floors to maintain longevity and health.
- Replace light bulbs when needed.
- Performed landscaping tasks and removed litter to maintain grounds.
- Assessed cleaning equipment and performed repairs when needed.
Education
Industrial Mechianics & Maintenance Technology
Hinds Community College
Raymond, Mississippi, MS 08.2008 - 06.2009
Skills
Plumbing
Problem solving
Changing Balances
Detail cleaning
Drive fork lift
Pallet jack
Excellent at resolving and repairing
Timeline
Custodian & Maintenance Supervisor
Rankin County School District
12.2018 - Current
Industrial Mechianics & Maintenance Technology
Hinds Community College
08.2008 - 06.2009
Janitorial/Maintenance Supervisor
Yellow Freight contracted to Taylor’s Janitorial
05.2004 - 08.2018