Derrick Corley
Home Care Attendant
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About
Dedicated and dependable Maintenance Professional with over 30 years of experience in building maintenance, custodial services, cleaning operations, and facility upkeep. Skilled in maintaining safe, clean, and functional environments through preventive maintenance, sanitation, minor repairs, floor care, and equipment operation. Strong work ethic with a proven ability to work independently or as part of a team, prioritize tasks, and ensure facilities meet safety and cleanliness standards.
Committed to delivering high-quality service and maintaining professional environments.
Experience
Home Care Attendant - Public Partnership LLC - Brooklyn, NY
(2025-02)
- Managed time efficiently by setting priorities for completing assigned tasks.
- Developed individualized plans of care for each client based on assessments and input from physicians or other healthcare providers.
- Provided home care services to elderly and disabled individuals, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and meal preparation.
- Dispensed medications according to physician instructions and monitored the effectiveness of treatments.
- Adapted quickly to changing circumstances while maintaining a positive attitude toward work assignments.
- Assisted with transportation needs for medical appointments or errands as required.
Custodian Assistant - The City College of New York - New York, NY
(2005-05 - 2023-02)
- Cleaned and maintained all areas of the building, including offices, restrooms, and public spaces with attention to detail.
- Cleaned restrooms, lobbies, and other high-traffic spaces to meet sanitary regulations.
- Swept, mopped, vacuumed, scrubbed, waxed, and polished floors using appropriate equipment.
Porter - Black Veteran of Social Justice - Brooklyn, NY
(2001-10 - 2005-04)
- Performed daily cleaning duties, including sweeping, mopping, dusting, and vacuuming floors, washing windows, walls, and ceilings, and disposing of trash.
- Checked trash receptacles to empty as needed.
- Provided exceptional customer service to guests by greeting them upon arrival and responding promptly to their requests.
Porter and Driver - F. Lumber - Brooklyn, NY
(2000-10 - 2001-08)
- Performed daily cleaning duties, including sweeping, mopping, dusting, and vacuuming floors, washing windows, walls, and ceilings, and disposing of trash.
- Provided exceptional customer service to guests by greeting them upon arrival and responding promptly to their requests.
- Restocked restroom supplies on a regular basis while also performing minor repairs on fixtures if needed.
- Ensured that all areas were properly stocked with necessary supplies for efficient operation.
- Followed and complied with health and sanitation procedures, promoting safe work practices.
- Received incoming deliveries from vendors and suppliers and ensured accuracy of orders against delivery documents.
- Transported items from one area of the building to another using carts or hand trucks when needed.
Custodian - Surrogate Court of NYC - New York, NY
(1993-12 - 1994-09)
- Cleaned and maintained all areas of the building, including offices, restrooms, and public spaces with attention to detail.
- Cleaned restrooms, lobbies, and other high-traffic spaces to meet sanitary regulations.
- Swept, mopped, vacuumed, scrubbed, waxed, and polished floors using appropriate equipment.
- Maintained cleanliness of assigned area by dusting furniture and vacuuming carpets.
- Collected and disposed of garbage and recyclables in designated receptacles.
- Followed established procedures for proper disposal of trash and recyclables.
- Disinfected office equipment, including computers and telephones.
Construction/Main. - Self Employed - Brooklyn, NY
(1991-02 - 1993-12)
- Worked with coworkers to complete tasks.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible.
- Responded quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems.
- Committed to delivering excellent customer service while working in a fast-paced environment.
- Focused on learning new skills and staying updated with industry changes.
- Participated in ongoing training to enhance own job skills and knowledge.
Welder Helper - Cardinal Tanks - Brooklyn, NY
(1989-05 - 1990-12)
- Provided assistance in maintaining inventory levels for welding supplies and materials.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and organized work environment.
- Documented equipment maintenance procedures to promote optimal tool functionality.
- Assisted welders by preparing materials and tools for various welding projects.
- Engaged in regular safety checks to identify potential hazards and prevent accidents.
- Enhanced team performance through active participation in daily task planning.
Custodian - NYC Board of Education
(1984-07 - 1988-09)
- Cleaned and maintained all areas of the building, including offices, restrooms, and public spaces with attention to detail.
- Swept, mopped, vacuumed, scrubbed, waxed, and polished floors using appropriate equipment.
- Maintained cleanliness of assigned area by dusting furniture and vacuuming carpets.
- Followed established procedures for proper disposal of trash and recyclables.
- Assisted with event setup and breakdown as needed.
- Safely used floor scrubbing machines to clean and wax hard-surface floors.
- Disinfected office equipment, including computers and telephones.
Education
Certificate - Welding - Apex Technical School (1992-01)
Certificate - Forklift Operation - Waste Management (2000-01)
Certificate - Custodial Maintenance - State of New York (1989-01)
High School Diploma - John Jay High School (1981-01)