Sherrie Morris
New Orleans,LA
Summary
Adept at maintaining cleanliness and safety within educational environments, I significantly enhanced the sanitation standards at Orleans Parish Public Schools. Leveraging expertise in chemical handling and a strong commitment to punctuality, I effectively managed inventory and contributed to a secure, welcoming space for students and staff. My proactive approach and collaboration skills ensured high-quality facility maintenance and operational efficiency.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
School Custodian
Inspirenola Charter Schools
New Orleans, LA
02.2023 - 01.2025
- Ensured that proper safety procedures were followed when using hazardous chemicals or operating machinery or equipment.
- Assisted with special events at the school by setting up tables, chairs and decorations.
- Maintained janitorial supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
- Followed company uniform, performance and security policies with every job.
- Vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance.
- Completed deep-cleaning floor buffing, carpet cleaning, duct cleaning and wall washing.
- Serviced, cleaned and restocked restrooms.
- Handled, labeled, and safely stored various hazardous chemicals and solutions to prevent injuries.
- Monitored supply levels and requested new items to maintain completing daily cleaning tasks.
- Dusted furniture, machines or equipment.
- Notified managers of repair needs or additions to building operating systems.
- Followed chemical cleaner and power equipment procedures to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations such as fires or spills involving hazardous materials.
- Notified supervisor of any maintenance needs identified while performing custodial duties.
- Set up and removed furniture, equipment and supplies required for meetings and special events.
- Checked and stocked inventory throughout facility to meet expected demands.
- Cleaned windows both inside and outside of the building using appropriate cleaning solutions.
- Followed established health regulations regarding pest control measures in order to keep pests out of the facility.
- Pulled chewing gum from undersides of tables, desks, chairs and various other fixtures, discarding gum and sanitizing area.
- Swept, mopped and vacuumed floors, stairs and carpets on a daily basis.
- Addressed minor maintenance issues, reporting more serious conditions to supervisors for attention from maintenance technicians.
- Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping or vacuuming.
- Handled, mixed and stored chemical cleaners in compliance with safety requirements and standard operating procedures.
- Cleaned and sanitized all classrooms, restrooms, hallways and other common areas in the school.
School Custodian
Belle Chasse Academy School Belle Chasse
Belle Chasse, LA
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Ensured that proper safety procedures were followed when using hazardous chemicals or operating machinery or equipment.
- Assisted with special events at the school by setting up tables, chairs and decorations.
- Polished windows, glass partitions or mirrors using sponges or squeegees.
- Followed company uniform, performance and security policies with every job.
- Vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance.
- Completed deep-cleaning floor buffing, carpet cleaning, duct cleaning and wall washing.
- Serviced, cleaned and restocked restrooms.
- Handled, labeled, and safely stored various hazardous chemicals and solutions to prevent injuries.
- Dusted furniture, machines or equipment.
- Notified managers of repair needs or additions to building operating systems.
- Followed chemical cleaner and power equipment procedures to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations such as fires or spills involving hazardous materials.
- Notified supervisor of any maintenance needs identified while performing custodial duties.
- Kept building interiors appealing with routine deep cleaning of high-traffic areas.
- Cleaned windows both inside and outside of the building using appropriate cleaning solutions.
- Followed established health regulations regarding pest control measures in order to keep pests out of the facility.
- Swept, mopped and vacuumed floors, stairs and carpets on a daily basis.
- Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping or vacuuming.
Custodial Lead
LAMS
New Orleans, LA
03.2018 - 04.2020
- Checked and stocked inventory throughout facility to meet expected demands.
- Transported, repaired, cleaned and maintained furniture, presentation rooms and equipment.
- Stripped, sealed and polished floors.
- Completed in-depth restroom cleanings to sanitize partitions, decorations, sinks, counters and mirrors.
- Trained and evaluated new custodial staff members on the job.
- Oversaw and facilitated general and preventive maintenance schedule across facility.
- Followed chemical cleaner and power equipment procedures to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
- Moved equipment and furniture to thoroughly clean space.
- Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping or vacuuming.
- Kept building interiors appealing with routine deep cleaning of high-traffic areas.
- Assisted with scheduling custodians for various shifts and tasks.
- Requisitioned supplies or equipment for cleaning and maintenance duties.
- Developed, implemented, and enforced policies regarding housekeeping procedures.
- Moved furniture, equipment or supplies manually or with hand trucks.
- Checked inventory for required supplies and made lists for needed cleaning products.
- Dusted furniture, machines or equipment.
- Monitored supply levels and requested new items to maintain completing daily cleaning tasks.
- Acted as a liaison between management and custodial staff when necessary.
- Serviced, cleaned and restocked restrooms.
- Kept business entrances clean, tidy and professional in appearance.
- Steam-cleaned or shampooed carpets.
- Inspected facilities regularly to identify potential problems or hazards.
- Pulled chewing gum from undersides of tables, desks, chairs and various other fixtures, discarding gum and sanitizing area.
- Conducted regular meetings with custodial staff to discuss performance and address any concerns or questions they had.
Head Custodian
GCA Services
New Orleans, LA
09.2007 - 04.2009
- Mixed water and detergents or acids to prepare cleaning solutions.
- Prepared weekly work schedules for custodians ensuring coverage during peak times.
- Maintained accountability for building keys, master keys and access cards.
- Assigned tasks to custodial staff members based on their abilities and expertise.
- Inspected exterior and interior of building for service issues and reported damages and needed repairs to supervisor.
- Pulled chewing gum from undersides of tables, desks, chairs and various other fixtures, discarding gum and sanitizing area.
- Evaluated performance of each employee through regular feedback sessions.
- Handled, mixed and stored chemical cleaners in compliance with safety requirements and standard operating procedures.
- Trained new employees in proper use of custodial equipment and techniques.
- Identified areas where improvements can be made in terms of efficiency or cost savings.
- Addressed minor maintenance issues, reporting more serious conditions to supervisors for attention from maintenance technicians.
- Performed landscaping tasks and removed litter to maintain grounds.
- Established positive working relationships with staff, supervisors and building occupants.
- Completed in-depth restroom cleanings to sanitize partitions, decorations, sinks, counters and mirrors.
- Notified building managers about needed repairs to maintain public safety.
- Operated industrial cleaning equipment to quickly complete custodial tasks.
- Vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance.
- Checked inventory for required supplies and made lists for needed cleaning products.
- Set up and removed furniture, equipment and supplies required for meetings and special events.
- Steam-cleaned or shampooed carpets.
- Polished windows, glass partitions or mirrors using sponges or squeegees.
- Completed routine maintenance checks, notifying management of needed repairs.
- Checked and stocked inventory throughout facility to meet expected demands.
- Dusted furniture, machines or equipment.
- Followed company uniform, performance and security policies with every job.
- Kept business entrances clean, tidy and professional in appearance.
- Followed safety processes for all manual and electric cleaning equipment.
- Provided assistance with special events held at the facility such as set-up, breakdown of chairs, tables, stages.
- Handled, labeled, and safely stored various hazardous chemicals and solutions to prevent injuries.
- Kept building interiors appealing with routine deep cleaning of high-traffic areas.
- Monitored building security and safety by locking doors or avoiding hazards.
- Ensured the safety of personnel and equipment by regularly inspecting floors, walls, ceilings, lighting fixtures, and other areas for potential hazards.
- Wiped down various surfaces with approved cleaning products to prevent growth of bacteria and viruses.
- Supervised daily activities of custodial staff members including setting goals and deadlines.
- Moved furniture, equipment or supplies manually or with hand trucks.
- Serviced, cleaned and restocked restrooms.
- Scheduled periodic deep cleaning projects such as carpet shampooing or window washing.
- Organized assignments and schedules for subordinates to cover daily and deep cleaning needs.
- Stripped, sealed, finished and polished floors to maintain longevity and health.
- Dispensed cleaning materials to custodial staff members according to established procedures.
Environmental Services Housekeeper
University Medical Center Hospital, UMC
Lafayette, LA
08.2005 - 06.2007
- Stripped, sealed and polished floors.
- Assisting with special projects related to custodial care as assigned by supervisor or manager.
- Sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming floors; cleaning bathrooms, kitchens, and other common areas; emptying trash cans and disposing of waste appropriately.
- Handled, labeled, and safely stored various hazardous chemicals and solutions to prevent injuries.
- Operating floor buffers, pressure washers, carpet cleaners, vacuums, ladders, snow blowers, leaf blowers safely.
- Handled, mixed and stored chemical cleaners in compliance with safety requirements and standard operating procedures.
- Polished windows, glass partitions or mirrors using sponges or squeegees.
- Completed in-depth restroom cleanings to sanitize partitions, decorations, sinks, counters and mirrors.
- Mixed water and detergents or acids to prepare cleaning solutions.
- Moved equipment and furniture to thoroughly clean space.
- Wiped down various surfaces with approved cleaning products to prevent growth of bacteria and viruses.
- Wet and spot mopped to clean floors and other surfaces in public corridors.
School Custodian
Orleans Parish Public Schools
New Orleans, LA
01.1983 - 09.1996
- Prepared spaces for next-day use by removing trash, sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming carpets.
- Notified supervisor of any maintenance needs identified while performing custodial duties.
- Requisitioned supplies or equipment for cleaning and maintenance duties.
- Swept, mopped and vacuumed floors, stairs and carpets on a daily basis.
- Cleaned chalkboards after each use in classrooms throughout the day.
- Maintained janitorial supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
- Monitored building security and safety by locking doors or avoiding hazards.
- Mixed water and detergents or acids to prepare cleaning solutions.
- Inspected exterior and interior of building for service issues and reported damages and needed repairs to supervisor.
- Polished windows, glass partitions or mirrors using sponges or squeegees.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations such as fires or spills involving hazardous materials.
- Followed company uniform, performance and security policies with every job.
- Dusted furniture, machines or equipment.
- Moved equipment and furniture to thoroughly clean space.
- Wiped down various surfaces with approved cleaning products to prevent growth of bacteria and viruses.
- Moved furniture, equipment or supplies manually or with hand trucks.
- Discarded cardboard boxes and trash in compactors and balers.
- Replenished restroom supplies such as soap, paper towels and toilet tissue.
- Maintained janitorial equipment and performed minor repairs to extend machine life and avoid malfunctions.
- Handled, mixed and stored chemical cleaners in compliance with safety requirements and standard operating procedures.
- Assisted with special events at the school by setting up tables, chairs and decorations.
- Serviced, cleaned and restocked restrooms.
- 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.
- Emptied trash cans in all classrooms, offices, restrooms and hallways each morning.
- Pulled chewing gum from undersides of tables, desks, chairs and various other fixtures, discarding gum and sanitizing area.
Education
High School Diploma -
L B Landry Senior High School
1200 L B Landry05-1983
Skills
- Punctuality
- Cleaning expertise
- Chemical handling
- Sanitation techniques
- Groundskeeping
- Locksmith skills
- Facility opening and closing
- Trash removal
- Facility Access control
- Verbal and written collaboration
Timeline
School Custodian
Inspirenola Charter Schools
02.2023 - 01.2025
School Custodian
Belle Chasse Academy School Belle Chasse
01.2022 - 02.2023
Custodial Lead
LAMS
03.2018 - 04.2020
Head Custodian
GCA Services
09.2007 - 04.2009
Environmental Services Housekeeper
University Medical Center Hospital, UMC
08.2005 - 06.2007
School Custodian
Orleans Parish Public Schools
01.1983 - 09.1996
High School Diploma -
L B Landry Senior High School
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