Sara Johnson
Worthington,IN
Summary
To secure a respectable safety career that will allow potential for management and leadership assisting a world class, high integrity company.
A versatile and skilled security and safety service professional with leadership qualities and excellent first-hand experience in developing and improving operations. An assertive manager with outstanding interpersonal communication, negotiation, and people skills. Over fifteen years of experience with the ability to adapt to new concepts.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Housekeeper
Hyatt Place
2025 - Current
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of guest rooms to meet Hyatt Place standards.
- Performed thorough cleaning of public areas, ensuring high-quality guest experiences.
- Implement safety protocols to uphold health standards throughout the facility.
- Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
- Streamlined cleaning processes, improving overall efficiency within housekeeping team.
- Clean and stocked guest rooms by replacing used towels and linens vacuuming floors, making beds, and restocking bathroom items.
- Collaborate with other housekeeping staff to complete tasks efficiently and effectively.
- Vacuum rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies, and
- Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
- Uphold high standards of sanitation in common areas, contributing to an inviting atmosphere for guests.
- Hand-dust and wiped down office furniture, fixtures, and window sills to keep areas clean and comfortable.
- Remove bed sheets and towels from rooms and pre-treated stains to maintain and restore linen condition.
- Maximize efficiency of housekeeping operations through effective communication with team members and supervisors.
- Increase room availability by managing time wisely and completing tasks within designated deadlines.
- Polish fixtures to achieve professional shine and appearance.
- Handle requests for extra linens, toiletries and other supplies.
- Emptie waste paper and other trash from premises and moved to appropriate receptacles.
- Eliminate germs and minimized infection risk with expert bathroom and kitchen cleanings.
- Ensure welcoming environment for guests by arranging room amenities and decorations according to hotel standards.
- Foster positive working relationship with housekeeping and maintenance staff to ensure quick resolution of guest concerns.
- Maintain safety standards by promptly addressing spills and potential hazards in high-traffic areas.
- Promote healthy indoor environment by using hypoallergenic cleaning products.
- Prioritize guest comfort through attentive service, responding swiftly to special requests or concerns.
- Verified cleanliness and organization of storage areas and carts.
Property Maintenance Supervisor
WS Property Group
08.2021 - 11.2024
- Oversaw maintenance operations for thirteen properties, achieving optimal safety and security standards. Directed timely execution of routine and scheduled maintenance while managing light repairs to elevate property conditions. Enhanced visual appeal of properties through fixture installations, system repairs, and upkeep of exterior cleanliness. Proactively assessed and documented repair needs, streamlining communication with property managers for prompt action. Partnered with subcontractors to successfully execute major building projects, significantly increasing property value.
- Maintained safety standards across properties by conducting regular checks and coordinating necessary repairs or improvements.
- Trained new hires on company policies, safety procedures, and best practices in property maintenance supervision.
- Streamlined inventory management processes for maintenance supplies, reducing waste and optimizing budget allocation.
- Collaborated with property managers to address tenant concerns and ensure a positive environment.
- Ensured timely completion of maintenance tasks, contributing to high tenant satisfaction rates.
- Utilized proper tools and materials to adhere to safety guidelines.
- Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
Jail Officer
Clay County Justice Center
06.2014 - 08.2021
- Achieved a secure environment for 287 inmates through vigilant monitoring of safety protocols. Conducted thorough inspections to uphold safety standards across facilities. Implemented personal and property searches to mitigate risks and enforce compliance. Documented and analyzed inmate behavior to inform management decisions. Facilitated timely transportation of inmates to various appointments, ensuring compliance with legal requirements. Streamlined food and medication distribution processes during staff shortages. Enhanced public relations by effectively addressing inquiries and providing assistance.
Food Service Supervisor II
Wabash Correctional Facility/Aramark Food Services
06.2013 - 12.2014
- Achieved compliance with food safety standards through effective supervision of offenders in food preparation. Maintained accountability for all kitchen tools, chemicals, and food supplies, minimizing waste and loss. Resolved disciplinary issues promptly, contributing to a secure kitchen environment. Delivered precise meal summaries and temperature control documentation, enhancing operational transparency. Monitored and maintained optimal storage conditions for food and cleaning supplies, ensuring sanitation compliance. Trained offenders in best practices for food preparation and sanitation, improving overall kitchen efficiency. Managed inventory of supplies, ensuring availability for offenders with special dietary needs.
Self Employed Business Owner
Washington Street Peddler and Johnson’s Appliance Repair
01.2004 - 01.2012
- Performed day to day activities for both family businesses, including business management, customer relations, scheduling service for customers, advertising, cost controls, purchasing, marketing and development. Fostered partnerships with major companies such as Whirlpool, LG and GE to ensure excellent customer service. During operation, both businesses became one of the most well-known and trusted companies in the service area.
Department Manager
Lowe’s Home Improvement
01.1999 - 01.2004
- Initially hired as cashier but promoted to head cashier within six months. Further promoted to associate of paint and plumbing, before serving as department manager. Provided supervision and direction to 10-15 department employees using program procedures while ensuring excellent service to customers. Arranged work schedules and scheduled training for department employees. Responsible for the completion of daily, weekly and annual inventories for store.
- Implemented training programs that improved team productivity and reduced onboarding time for new hires.
- Oversaw compliance with safety standards, ensuring a safe working environment for employees and customers.
- Mentored staff on product knowledge and effective sales techniques to drive department performance.
- Streamlined customer service processes, enhancing overall customer satisfaction and engagement.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure seamless coordination in achieving company-wide objectives.
- Improved customer satisfaction rates through attentive service, prompt issue resolution, and continuous process improvements.
- Maintained a professional work environment by addressing conflicts proactively and fostering open communication among staff members.
- Established clear performance expectations for staff members which led to increased accountability.
- Spearheaded diversity and inclusion initiative, resulting in more cohesive and collaborative team environment.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Identified and communicated customer needs to supply chain capacity and quality teams.
- Monitored safety compliance standards, reducing incidents through proactive measures and training sessions.
- Operated cherry picker to efficiently retrieve and transport materials within warehouse environment.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and inspecting cherry picker equipment regularly.
Manufacturing Operator
Schulte
1997 - 06.1999
- Operated machinery to ensure efficient production flow and adherence to safety protocols.
- Trained new operators on equipment usage and safety standards to enhance team performance.
- Streamlined workflows by optimizing machine settings, reducing downtime and increasing output.
- Implemented best practices for material handling, improving overall workplace safety compliance.
- Led continuous improvement initiatives, resulting in enhanced product quality and reduced waste.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Provided timely feedback to management regarding potential bottlenecks within the production process, facilitating prompt resolution and minimizing disruptions.
- Exceeded safety standards by consistently following guidelines and participating in regular safety training sessions.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean workplace environment free from debris and hazards by closely following housekeeping protocols.
- Collaborated with Quality Assurance teams in conducting regular inspections of finished products, ensuring all items met established quality standards.
- Streamlined assembly line operations through thorough organization of workstation layout, tools, and materials required for efficient production flow.
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Contributed to cost reduction efforts by identifying areas of waste minimization and proposing effective solutions.
- Tested products or subassemblies for functionality or quality and troubleshot problems with equipment, devices, or products.
- Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
- Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production.
- Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
- Achieved higher product quality through rigorous adherence to standard operating procedures and quality control measures.
Education
Heavy Equipment And Nccer Core Construction
Wagler Education Training Center
Lyons, IN07.2025
N/A - General Studies
Illinois Central College
East Peoria, ILHigh School -
Peoria Notre Dame High School
Peoria, IL1991
Skills
NCCER in Core construction, Heavy Equipment Level One; Utility tractors
Professional References
- Joel Bomgardner, Chief, Bloomington Township Fire Department, (812) 824-2662
- John Boruff, Store Manager, CVS Spencer, (812) 829-2484
- Ryan Cannon, Former Jail Commander, (765) 618-8670
- Brandon Cowley, Jail Commander, (812) 251-4730
- Robert Hall, CEO, Equity Builders Roofing, (812) 361-8838
- Debi O'Heran, Property Manager, WS Property Group, (812) 327-2372
- Vanessa Osborne Scott, Project Management Specialist, Office of Finance, Administration & Budget, Indiana University, (812) 360-2982
Timeline
Property Maintenance Supervisor
WS Property Group
08.2021 - 11.2024
Jail Officer
Clay County Justice Center
06.2014 - 08.2021
Food Service Supervisor II
Wabash Correctional Facility/Aramark Food Services
06.2013 - 12.2014
Self Employed Business Owner
Washington Street Peddler and Johnson’s Appliance Repair
01.2004 - 01.2012
Department Manager
Lowe’s Home Improvement
01.1999 - 01.2004
Housekeeper
Hyatt Place
2025 - Current
Manufacturing Operator
Schulte
1997 - 06.1999
Heavy Equipment And Nccer Core Construction
Wagler Education Training Center
N/A - General Studies
Illinois Central College
High School -
Peoria Notre Dame High School