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May 2005 STAR of the Month
 

 

Shu Juan (May) Lin, custodian and May STAR, works the morning shift at the Student Health Service with two other custodians. That means she is on the job by 4 a.m.

Most faculty and staff are still in bed when she starts her day, but Lin says she likes the early schedule -- now that she has become accustomed to it -- because it's quieter and easier to get everything done.

It's especially important that she be able to focus on her work. Because it is a medical facility, the Student Health Service has specific needs and requirements for cleanliness.

"May Lin sets an excellent example by her own hard work," said Cristina Maristela, assistant director of campus support services. "She is diligent, detail-oriented and thorough, and she never has an excuse as to why work can't be done, but always suggests how to do it. She shows her co-workers the way the staff from Health Center wants it done."

Although she admits that the work can be difficult at times, Lin enjoys the camaraderie of her fellow custodians.

"I like all my co-workers," she said. "They are very nice."

Lin immigrated to the United States from China eight years ago. After a couple other jobs, she joined Facility Services Enterprises in 1998. She started out part time in Housing and Residential Services and then later became a full-time employee.

A resident of San Francisco's Mission District, Lin enjoys spending time with her husband, an AC Transit driver, and two sons, including going to the park and visiting family.


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