Custodial Carpet Crew

Florida State University; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 31,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida State University is seeking a Custodial Carpet Crew to maintain carpeted areas across residence halls in Tallahassee, FL. The role involves operating a mobile carpet unit, upholstery cleaning, water damage/restoration support, water extraction on non-carpeted surfaces, and routine floor care with vehicle maintenance as needed.

Typical requirements include a minimum of a 9th grade education; two years of carpet work and pressure washing experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• At least a 9th Grade Education.
• Two years of carpet work preferred.
• Pressure washing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates a University vehicle with a mobile carpet unit to perform carpet cleaning across all residence halls.
• Conducts furniture upholstery cleaning of upholstered surfaces.
• Assists in water damage restoration of carpeted surfaces.
• Assists with water extraction on non-carpeted surfaces.
• Performs stain/spot remover cleaning and vacuums carpets.

Education

9th Grade Education

Job description

Job Title: Custodial Carpet Crew

Location: Tallahassee, FL

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 63338

Department

FSU Custodial Services

Responsibilities

Operates a University vehicle with a mobile carpet unit to perform carpet cleaning across all residence halls. Conduct furniture upholstery cleaning of upholstered surfaces. Assist in water damage restoration of carpeted surfaces. Assists with water extraction on non-carpeted surfaces. Conduct stain/spot remover cleaning. Vacuums carpets and performs other related flooring maintenance and cleaning as required.

Clean the University vehicle with a mobile carpet unit and instruments along with any type of routine maintenance on the University vehicle and mobile carpet unit as needed or daily or via a checklist. Also work with immediate supervisor to schedule oil changes for the engine of truck and any other necessary, basic carpet truck mount, engine, or vehicle maintenance and/or repairs.

Floor care on all floor surfaces and general custodial cleaning duties in order to assist residence halls due to staff shortages whenever necessary.

Performs pressure washing duties along the outside of residence hall buildings. Restroom restoration care using a Reel cleaner or Kai-Vac machine or a similar machine on a scheduled and/or as-needed basis.

Performs other general and project custodial cleaning duties as needed.

Qualifications

At least a 9th Grade Education

Preferred Qualifications

Two years of carpet work.

Pressure washing experience.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there's the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

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Veterans' Preference

Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for post secondary educational requirements, in employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. Veterans' Preference applies to University Support Personnel System (USPS) positions only.

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Considerations

This is an USPS (University Support Personnel System) position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.