Karl Austen
St. Leonards-On-Sea,East Sussex
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive expertise in exterior maintenance and precision cleaning. Proficient in water-fed pole techniques, ladder safety, and jet washing. Demonstrates exceptional time management and flexibility in working hours. Skilled in UPVC fascia maintenance, gutter clearance, and chemical usage with a strong commitment to safety compliance. Career goal: To leverage skills in a challenging role that prioritises high standards of cleanliness and maintenance.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Exterior cleaner
Clear Choice Exterior Cleaning
Hastings, East Sussex
03.2024 - Current
- Cleaned hard-to-reach areas effectively using extendable poles and ladders.
- Maintained a safe working environment by following all health and safety guidelines.
- Achieved a clean, presentable exterior with the use of power washing tools and techniques.
- Ensured work was carried out according to schedule with proper time management skills.
- Carried out regular maintenance checks on equipment to ensure optimal performance during tasks.
- Ensured customer satisfaction by providing high-quality exterior cleaning services.
- Sprayed exterior pathways with high-pressure water to remove build-up.
Retail sales associate
Morrisons
Hastings, East Sussex
11.2007 - 03.2024
- Advised multiple customers daily on product selection based on their needs.
- Provided product knowledge to customers for informed purchases.
- Managed stock levels for optimal store performance.
- Collaborated with team members for efficient store operations.
- Lead the training of new staff members to improve team efficiency.
- Updated product labelling and pricing to reflect discounts and offers.
- Participated in staff meetings contributing valuable insights for improvement.
- Boosted store reputation with excellent customer service skills.
- Unpacked deliveries quickly to maximise customer sales opportunities.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Building Maintenance
Hastings College
Hastings05.2006
Skills
- Water-Fed pole proficiency
- Time management efficiency
- Flexible working hours
- Ladder proficiency
- Precision cleaning
- Ladder safety knowledge
- Exterior maintenance awareness
- Height work competence
- Chemical usage knowledge
- Safety compliance
- Jet washing
- UPVC fascia maintenance
- Gutter clearance
Affiliations
- Playing Football
- Amateur Dj
Timeline
Exterior cleaner
Clear Choice Exterior Cleaning
03.2024 - Current
Retail sales associate
Morrisons
11.2007 - 03.2024
Some College (No Degree) - Building Maintenance
Hastings College
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