Dana MacLaggan
Patricia Beek
Fredericton,NB
14
years of professional experience
Punctual Caretaker, with many years of hands-on experience maintaining grounds and elder care. Skilled in caretaking, patience, and attention to detail. In-depth knowledge of job-related tools and equipment operations.
Work History
Groundskeeper
14 Years 6 Months- Maintained landscaping through regular mowing and trimming of grass and bushes.
- Operated equipment like mowers, blowers, and trimmers for efficient grounds upkeep.
- Cleared walkways and parking areas of debris to ensure a clean environment.
- Assisted in planting flowers and shrubs to enhance aesthetic appeal of property.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify maintenance needs and report issues promptly.
- Mowed lawns and trimmed grass around sidewalks, flower beds and walls.
- Operated mowers, tractors, and other equipment in a safe manner.
- Used heavy equipment, mowers and trimmers safely to prevent accidents.
- Lifted and removed fallen or damaged branches using hand and power tools.
- Maintained walkways, driveways, and parking lots by removing snow, ice, and other obstructions.
- Inspected lawns for weeds, pests, or other signs of damage.
- Conducted regular inspections and maintenance of groundskeeping equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
Nursing home Custodian
1 Year- Maintained cleanliness of common areas and resident rooms daily.
- Operated cleaning equipment, including vacuums and floor scrubbers effectively.
- Disposed of waste safely and followed recycling protocols consistently.
- Collaborated with team members to complete deep cleaning tasks efficiently.
- Sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming floors; cleaning bathrooms, kitchens, and other common areas; emptying trash cans and disposing of waste appropriately.
- Cleaning windows, mirrors, walls, and ceilings; dusting furniture and wiping down surfaces.
- Kept building interiors appealing with routine deep cleaning of high-traffic areas.
- Vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance.
- Operating floor buffers, pressure washers, carpet cleaners, vacuums, ladders, snow blowers, leaf blowers safely.
- Maintaining the security of the building by locking doors after hours; ensuring all entrances are closed securely.
- Assisting with special projects related to custodial care as assigned by supervisor or manager.
- Maintained accountability for building keys, master keys and access cards.
- Checked and stocked inventory throughout facility to meet expected demands.
- Monitoring inventory levels of consumable items like toiletries and garbage bags throughout the facility and restocking shelves accordingly.
- Responding quickly to emergency situations such as flooding or spills in order to minimize damage to property or injury to personnel.
- Inspected exterior and interior of building for service issues and reported damages and needed repairs to supervisor.
- Ensuring all equipment is properly maintained and serviced regularly according to manufacturer guidelines.
- Performed landscaping tasks and removed litter to maintain grounds.
- Replacing light bulbs and repairing or replacing faulty electrical outlets; performing minor plumbing repairs such as unclogging toilets.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly stored after use.
Co-Op Student
5 Months- Assisted teachers in preparing classroom materials and resources.
- Supported students with daily activities and educational tasks.
- Organized and maintained classroom supplies and equipment.
Education
CPR And First Aid
New Brunswick Traffic Control Person Course
- Class 5 Drivers License
Skills
Grounds maintenance
Punctual
Equipment operation
Inventory management
Safety compliance
Time management
Problem solving
Effective communication
Team collaboration
Attention to detail
Customer service and assistance
Flexible schedule
Inspecting completed work
Heavy lifting
References
References available upon request.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Nursing home Custodian
Alliera Living
01.2019 - 01.2020Read More
Co-Op Student
Boiestown Elementary school
01.2016 - 06.2016Read More
Groundskeeper
Patricia Beek
01.2012 - CurrentRead More
Atlantic Driving Academy
from Class 5 Drivers License
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Central New Brunswick Academy
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Safety First-SFC
New Brunswick Traffic Control Person Course
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St.John Ambulance
CPR And First Aid
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