Daron Harris
New Orleans,LA
Summary
Dedicated Janitorial Professional experienced in maintaining cleanliness and safety standards across various facilities. Supervised cleaning crews and trained custodians, enhancing operational efficiency and client satisfaction. Detail-oriented Painter skilled in both residential and commercial applications, committed to delivering quality results on time and within budget through effective collaboration with designers and adherence to best practices.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Make ready apartments/Painter's Helper
PEEKE painter
New Orleans, Louisiana
07.2023 - Current
- Prepared interior and exterior surfaces for PEEKE painter projects using sanding and scraping.
- Applied primers, stains, and finishes on residential and commercial surfaces.
- Masked trim, floors, and fixtures to protect finished areas.
- Inspected surfaces for cracks, peeling, and uneven coverage before painting.
- Followed safety practices with ladders, drop cloths, and ventilation tools.
- Coordinated with crew members and clients to complete painting tasks smoothly.
- Applied paint with brushes, rollers, spray guns, or other equipment.
- Used power and hand tools safely and effectively.
- Used ladders and scaffolds to reach high walls and ceilings.
- Painted walls and other surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods and worked efficiently to complete jobs within required timeframes.
- Cleaned and smoothed surfaces prior to painting.
- Performed repairs to defects in walls by patching holes and scrapes prior at project start.
- Applied primers and sealers to prepare new surfaces for painting.
- Inspected painted surfaces for defects such as cracking, blistering, or fading.
Custodian Supervisor
Harris janitorial llc
Chalmette, Louisiana
05.2024 - 08.2026
- Supervised Harris Janitorial cleaning crews across assigned facilities and work schedules.
- Supervised staff to ensure proper cleaning techniques were used, including safety protocols.
- Assigned daily custodial tasks and monitored completion for safety and quality.
- Trained new custodians on cleaning methods, supplies, and equipment use.
- Inspected restrooms, floors, and common areas for cleanliness and readiness.
- Managed cleaning supplies, restroom stock, and equipment maintenance requests.
- Enforced safety procedures and proper handling of chemicals and materials.
- Communicated with clients and staff about service needs and building access.
- Resolved housekeeping issues and adjusted workflows for Harris Janitorial operations.
- Ensured the safe and efficient operation of custodial services in a large facility.
School Custodian
Nunez technical collage
Chalmette, Louisiana
01.2024 - 12.2025
- Cleaned classrooms, hallways, and offices at Nunez Technical College
- Sanitized restrooms, sinks, and touchpoints across campus buildings
- Swept, mopped, and vacuumed floors in high-traffic school areas
- Emptied trash bins and replaced liners throughout campus facilities
- Restocked cleaning supplies and paper goods in maintenance closets
- Reported repairs and safety hazards to supervisors promptly
- Set up classrooms and event spaces for school activities
- Secured doors, windows, and entryways during closing routines
- Cleaned and sanitized all classrooms, restrooms, hallways and other common areas in the school.
- Kept building interiors appealing with routine deep cleaning of high-traffic areas.
- Replenished restroom supplies such as soap, paper towels and toilet tissue.
- Notified supervisor of any maintenance needs identified while performing custodial duties.
- Assisted with special events at the school by setting up tables, chairs and decorations.
- Ensured that proper safety procedures were followed when using hazardous chemicals or operating machinery or equipment.
- Reported any unsafe conditions found within the facility to appropriate personnel.
- Moved equipment and furniture to thoroughly clean space.
- Wet and spot mopped to clean floors and other surfaces in public corridors.
- Operated industrial cleaning equipment to quickly complete custodial tasks.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations such as fires or spills involving hazardous materials.
- Maintained janitorial supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
- Discarded cardboard boxes and trash in compactors and balers.
- Cleaned windows both inside and outside of the building using appropriate cleaning solutions.
- Checked and stocked inventory throughout facility to meet expected demands.
- Performed minor repairs such as replacing light bulbs or repairing broken furniture.
- Performed landscaping tasks and removed litter to maintain grounds.
- Assisted with snow removal from sidewalks around the school during winter months.
- Followed established health regulations regarding pest control measures in order to keep pests out of the facility.
- Inspected playground equipment regularly for signs of damage or wear and tear.
- Operated power washers to clean sidewalks and parking lots surrounding the school.
- Performed general painting duties such as touching up walls or repainting desks and chairs.
- Notified building managers about needed repairs to maintain public safety.
- Vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance.
- Set up audio-visual equipment prior to meetings or presentations held at school.
- Maintained accountability for building keys, master keys and access cards.
- Steam-cleaned or shampooed carpets.
- Polished windows, glass partitions or mirrors using sponges or squeegees.
- Kept business entrances clean, tidy and professional in appearance.
- Monitored supply levels and requested new items to maintain completing daily cleaning tasks.
- Pulled chewing gum from undersides of tables, desks, chairs and various other fixtures, discarding gum and sanitizing area.
- Followed company uniform, performance and security policies with every job.
- Cleared snow, leaves, trash and debris from steps, walkways and areas around building entrances and exits, maintaining cleanliness and appearance of premises.
- Requisitioned supplies or equipment for cleaning and maintenance duties.
Custodian
LSU Medical Center
New Orleans, Louisiana
08.2017 - 02.2023
- Sanitized patient rooms and clinical areas using hospital infection-control procedures.
- Disinfected restrooms, elevators, and public spaces throughout medical center facilities.
- Collected and removed trash, biohazard waste, and recycling from assigned areas.
- Restocked supplies for restrooms, exam rooms, and common areas.
- Operated floor machines to scrub, buff, and polish hard surfaces.
- Mopped spills and maintained safe walkways across LSU Medical Center buildings.
- Reported maintenance issues and safety hazards to facility supervisors.
- Coordinated cleaning tasks with nursing and support staff during daily hospital operations.
- Stocking restrooms with necessary paper products such as toilet paper and paper towels; replenishing soap dispensers when needed.
- Wiped down various surfaces with approved cleaning products to prevent growth of bacteria and viruses.
- Kept building interiors appealing with routine deep cleaning of high-traffic areas.
- Wet and spot mopped to clean floors and other surfaces in public corridors.
- Vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance.
- Operating floor buffers, pressure washers, carpet cleaners, vacuums, ladders, snow blowers, leaf blowers safely.
- Maintaining the security of the building by locking doors after hours; ensuring all entrances are closed securely.
- Assisting with special projects related to custodial care as assigned by supervisor or manager.
- Setting up chairs and tables for events taking place in the building's common areas; organizing supplies for upcoming events.
- Maintained accountability for building keys, master keys and access cards.
- Adhering strictly to health and safety regulations while performing duties.
- Checked and stocked inventory throughout facility to meet expected demands.
- Discarded cardboard boxes and trash in compactors and balers.
- Handled, labeled, and safely stored various hazardous chemicals and solutions to prevent injuries.
- Monitoring inventory levels of consumable items like toiletries and garbage bags throughout the facility and restocking shelves accordingly.
- Responding quickly to emergency situations such as flooding or spills in order to minimize damage to property or injury to personnel.
- Inspected exterior and interior of building for service issues and reported damages and needed repairs to supervisor.
- Ensuring all equipment is properly maintained and serviced regularly according to manufacturer guidelines.
- Stripped, sealed, finished and polished floors to maintain longevity and health.
- Recycling materials whenever possible in accordance with company policy and local disposal regulations.
- Performed landscaping tasks and removed litter to maintain grounds.
- Replacing light bulbs and repairing or replacing faulty electrical outlets; performing minor plumbing repairs such as unclogging toilets.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly stored after use.
- Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping or vacuuming.
- Serviced, cleaned and restocked restrooms.
- Kept business entrances clean, tidy and professional in appearance.
- Completed deep-cleaning floor buffing, carpet cleaning, duct cleaning and wall washing.
- Dusted furniture, machines or equipment.
- Polished windows, glass partitions or mirrors using sponges or squeegees.
- Followed chemical cleaner and power equipment procedures to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
- Steam-cleaned or shampooed carpets.
- Followed company uniform, performance and security policies with every job.
- Checked inventory for required supplies and made lists for needed cleaning products.
- Cleared snow, leaves, trash and debris from steps, walkways and areas around building entrances and exits, maintaining cleanliness and appearance of premises.
- Mixed water and detergents or acids to prepare cleaning solutions.
- Pulled chewing gum from undersides of tables, desks, chairs and various other fixtures, discarding gum and sanitizing area.
- Notified managers of repair needs or additions to building operating systems.
Education
Alcee Fortier Senior High
New Orleans, LASkills
- Paint application techniques
- Surface preparation
- Spray equipment
- Coating selection
- Ladder safety protocols
Timeline
Custodian Supervisor
Harris janitorial llc
05.2024 - 08.2026
School Custodian
Nunez technical collage
01.2024 - 12.2025
Make ready apartments/Painter's Helper
PEEKE painter
07.2023 - Current
Custodian
LSU Medical Center
08.2017 - 02.2023
Alcee Fortier Senior High