Kelvin Tarver
Philadelphia
Summary
Diligent Labor Worker with experience performing variety of technical and manual tasks. Maintains cleanliness of work area and counts materials, merchandise and supplies in stock. Experienced in training new employees on responsibilities and company work ethics. Background in general maintenance, light construction, repair and custodial work.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
General Departmental Worker
City of Philadelphia DHS PJJSC
10.2018 - Current
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Maintained work areas by cleaning and straightening for maximum productivity and safety.
- Reported defective products or machinery to supervisor.
- Cleaned and straightened work areas to maximize productivity and safety.
- Worked fast to complete tasks and meet daily deadlines.
- Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
- Developed strong cooperative relationships with coworkers and managers.
- Maintained productive, efficient approach to all tasks.
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Broke down boxes and cartons, disposing of refuse in proper cardboard receptacles.
- Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
- Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
- Worked different stations to provide optimal coverage and meet production goals.
- Developed strong customer service and product knowledge skills to enhance individual and team performance.
Environmental Services Housekeeper
Holy Redeemer Hospital and Medical Center
10.2009 - 10.2018
- Practiced established infection control methods to reduce risks to patients, families, and medical staff.
- Removed hazardous and medical waste from exam rooms, treatment rooms, and surgery suites to minimize risks to patients and medical personnel.
- Trained new employees on departmental procedures and provided assistance in finding cleaning supplies.
- Moved chairs, desks, and beds around rooms to clean behind and underneath furniture.
- Slid beds, sofas, and other furniture aside to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
- Verified cleanliness and organization of storage areas and carts.
- Wore necessary personal protective equipment to minimize risks from hazardous materials, biohazards, and other harmful substances.
- Cleaned and stocked guest rooms by replacing used towels and linens vacuuming floors, making beds, and restocking bathroom items.
- Cleaned and disinfected patient exam rooms, surgery suites, and common areas to promote sanitary treatment and services environment.
- Utilized chemicals and cleaning equipment to meet facility's predetermined sanitation and cleanliness quality standards.
- Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to promote clean, sanitary environment, and reduce odors and debris.
- Interacted with hospital staff, patients, and families to demonstrate good customer service techniques.
- Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
- Documented and reported necessary facility and building repairs observed.
- Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
- Complied with applicable standards during cleaning of specialty areas such as labs, surgery suites, and labor and delivery rooms to maintain exceptional level of cleanliness.
- Cleaned elevators, glass, and planters in public areas.
- Identified repair needs and major maintenance concerns, and escalated issues to management.
- Responded immediately to calls from personnel to clean up spills and wet floors.
- Used hand trucks or manually lifted supplies, equipment and heavy furniture.
- Maintained optimal supply levels to meet daily and special cleaning needs.
- Performed daily facility checklists for cleaning floors, wiping down glass entryways and collecting trash.
- Used power scrubbing and waxing machines to scrub and polish floors.
- Operated buffers and burnishers to clean and polish floors.
- Cleaned walls and ceilings with special reach tools following regular schedule.
- Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.
- Emptied waste paper and other trash from premises and moved to appropriate receptacles.
- Kept public pathways clear of safety hazards and spills with regular checks and attention.
Education
High School Diploma -
Martin Luther King High School
Philadelphia, PA06-1984
Skills
- Cleaning
- Site clearing
- Waste removal
- Safety and compliance
- Attention to detail
- Verbal and written communication
- Safety hazard removal
- Restocking skills
- Resource management
- OSHA requirements
- Item restocking
- Problem-solving
- Crew support
- Manual dexterity
- Creativity and innovation
- Cross-functional coordination
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Painting and paperhanging
- Conflict resolution
- Maintenance
- Preventive Maintenance
- Work planning and scheduling
Timeline
General Departmental Worker
City of Philadelphia DHS PJJSC
10.2018 - Current
Environmental Services Housekeeper
Holy Redeemer Hospital and Medical Center
10.2009 - 10.2018
High School Diploma -
Martin Luther King High School
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