Thomas Buchanan-Tapley
Sacramento
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive cleaning expertise and customer service focus, honed at Yolo Employment Services. Proven ability to maintain pristine environments and uphold safety standards. Recognized for enhancing facility cleanliness and fostering positive interactions. Skilled in restroom care and mopping techniques, contributing to a healthier workplace.
Experienced cleaning professional prepared to maintain high standards in facilities management. Strong focus on team collaboration and delivering results. Reliable and adaptable with changing needs. Skilled in sanitation, floor care, and basic maintenance tasks. Positive attitude and strong work ethic ensure clean and safe environment.
Diligent [Desired Position] with solid background in maintaining cleanliness and safety in various environments. Known for effectively managing cleaning tasks and ensuring sanitary conditions. Demonstrated ability to use cleaning equipment efficiently and follow safety protocols.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Janitor
Yolo Employment Services
12.2024 - Current
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Improved facility cleanliness by performing daily maintenance tasks, such as sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming.
- Reduced the spread of germs by sanitizing high-touch surfaces such as doorknobs and handrails.
- Maintained a positive and professional demeanor while interacting with building occupants, promoting a respectful work environment.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
- Upheld company policies regarding health codes, safety regulations, hazardous materials disposal protocols while completing assigned tasks diligently.
Ramp Agent
GAT
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Efficiently operated ground service equipment, such as tugs and belt loaders, to facilitate smooth handling of baggage and cargo.
- Guided aircraft into and out of parking positions using hand signals.
- Maintained clean ramps, preventing trip hazards or debris from interfering with aircraft movements or personnel safety.
- Loaded and unloaded luggage and freight and assisted crew and travelers with bags for over [Number] daily flights.
- Conducted marshaling activities skillfully, guiding pilots safely towards their designated parking positions on the ramp area.
- Safely operated various types of equipment such as conveyor belts, push-back tractors and tugs.
- Reduced damage claims by carefully handling sensitive cargo, adhering to proper lifting techniques and equipment use.
- Tracked flight schedules to promote on-time landings and avoid loading delays.
- Contributed to a safer work environment by strictly following safety protocols during ramp operations.
- Communicated closely with ground crew, flight crew, and tow person via headset radio to maintain loading and unloading safety and efficiency.
- Connected electrical power unit and hoses to aircraft.
- Positioned and towed aircraft from remote locations of airport to designated areas for operation.
- Streamlined baggage loading process, ensuring timely departure of flights and minimal delays.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
Warehouse Worker
Amazon
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as [Number] pounds.
- Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
- Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
- Contributed to achieving team goals with consistent punctuality, reliability, and adherence to established performance standards.
- Operated various types of warehouse machinery safely, adhering to all relevant guidelines and protocols.
- Ensured accurate order fulfillment by diligently cross-checking pick lists against packed items for consistency.
Material Handler
FedEx
01.2020 - 09.2021
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
Driver/Transporter
LSG Sky Chefs
12.2018 - 09.2019
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Improved customer satisfaction by maintaining punctuality and adhering to strict delivery schedules.
- Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust through professionalism and reliability in transportation services provided.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness within the vehicle''s interior/exterior appearance, providing a professional image for the company at all times.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other personnel to coordinate transportation schedules.
Conservation Corps Member
California Conservation Corps
05.2016 - 09.2017
- Developed teamwork skills by collaborating effectively within diverse crews during physically demanding projects.
- Provided valuable feedback and suggestions during project debriefs, contributing to ongoing improvements in program operations and effectiveness.
- Demonstrated adaptability in responding to changing project priorities or unforeseen challenges while completing assigned tasks efficiently under tight deadlines.
- Fostered environmental stewardship through leading volunteer groups in conservation activities.
- Contributed to long-term conservation goals by participating in research projects and data collection initiatives.
- Supported emergency response efforts during natural disasters, assisting with evacuations and damage assessments.
- Gained hands-on experience using various tools and equipment for habitat management tasks such as chainsaws, prescribed fire equipment, GPS units, and surveying instruments.
- Improved trail accessibility for park visitors by constructing and maintaining trails, bridges, and other infrastructure.
- Assisted with recruitment efforts for future Corps members by representing the organization at job fairs, community events, and other outreach activities.
- Used hand saws and power equipment to remove unwanted and diseased trees.
- Supported fire prevention and suppression goals by building fire breaks and eliminating hazardous brush.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sacramento High School
Oak Park, CA05-2005
Skills
- Cleaning expertise
- Restroom care
- Customer service-focused
- Mopping techniques
- Problem-solving
- Loading and unloading
- Ramp service
- Aircraft marshalling
- Heavy lifting
- Baggage handling
- Aircraft tug operation
- Ramp security
- Packaging and labeling
- Picking and packing
- Self-motivated and disciplined
- Cleaning and organizing
- Warehouse safety
- Order picking
- Attention to detail
- Material handling
- Positive attitude
- Workplace cleanliness
- Package handling
- Shipping and receiving
- Materials handling and transport
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Truck loading and unloading
- Time management
- Valid Driver's license
- Punctual and reliable
- Punctuality
- Vehicle inspection
- Safety protocols
Timeline
Janitor
Yolo Employment Services
12.2024 - Current
Ramp Agent
GAT
09.2023 - 09.2024
Warehouse Worker
Amazon
08.2022 - 07.2023
Material Handler
FedEx
01.2020 - 09.2021
Driver/Transporter
LSG Sky Chefs
12.2018 - 09.2019
Conservation Corps Member
California Conservation Corps
05.2016 - 09.2017
High School Diploma -
Sacramento High School
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