Custodial-Floor Technician

COLORADO ACADEMY; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Job summary

Colorado Academy in Denver, CO is seeking a Custodial Floor Technician to maintain and restore all floor surfaces throughout the facility. This role performs stripping, waxing, buffing, carpet cleaning, and preventative maintenance to ensure a clean, safe environment for staff, students, and visitors.

The position is full-time, 12-month, benefit eligible, hourly $20.00-$22.00, reporting to the Custodial Supervisor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience operating commercial floor care equipment strongly preferred.
• Lift 40-50 pounds and perform physical work.
• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, and operate equipment for long durations.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and periodic maintenance of floor surfaces including stripping, sealing, waxing, and polishing hard floors.
• Operate floor machines such as buffers, burnishers, scrubbers, and extractors.
• Clean and maintain carpeted surfaces using extraction and spot-cleaning equipment.
• Sweep, mop, and auto-scrub floors in hallways, classrooms, offices, and common areas.
• Maintain and restore tile, vinyl, stone, and other hard surface flooring.
• Remove floor finish and apply new coatings as required.
• Maintain floor care equipment in proper working order and report repairs as needed.
• Follow proper procedures for chemical handling, storage, and safety.
• Assist with general custodial duties as needed including trash removal, restroom cleaning, and event setup/teardown.
• Identify and report safety hazards, maintenance needs, or damaged flooring.
• Follow established cleaning schedules and preventative maintenance plans.
• Comply with all workplace safety standards and organizational policies.

Skills

Floor care techniques

Equipment operation

Safety procedures

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Time management

Follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Buffers

Burnishers

Scrubbers

Extractors

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Denver, CO 80235Salary Range: $20.00 - $22.00 HourlyThis is a full-time, 12-month, benefit eligible position that reports to the Custodial Supervisor. This is a non-exempt, hourly position. Hours of work are Tuesday - Friday 4:00 pm - 12:30 am and Saturday from noon to 8:30 pm

Position Summary

The Custodial Floor Technician is responsible for maintaining and restoring all hard and soft floor surfaces throughout the facility. This position performs specialized floor care including stripping, waxing, buffing, carpet cleaning, and preventative maintenance to ensure a clean, safe, and professional environment for staff, students, and visitors.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform routine and periodic maintenance of floor surfaces including stripping, sealing, waxing, and polishing hard floors.
• Operate floor machines such as buffers, burnishers, scrubbers, and extractors.
• Clean and maintain carpeted surfaces using extraction and spot-cleaning equipment.
• Sweep, mop, and auto-scrub floors in hallways, classrooms, offices, and common areas.
• Maintain and restore tile, vinyl, stone, and other hard surface flooring.
• Remove floor finish and apply new coatings as required.
• Maintain floor care equipment in proper working order and report repairs as needed.
• Follow proper procedures for chemical handling, storage, and safety.
• Assist with general custodial duties as needed including trash removal, restroom cleaning, and event setup/teardown.
• Identify and report safety hazards, maintenance needs, or damaged flooring.
• Follow established cleaning schedules and preventative maintenance plans.
• Comply with all workplace safety standards and organizational policies.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of floor care techniques, materials, and equipment.
• Ability to safely operate commercial custodial equipment.
• Understanding of cleaning chemicals and proper dilution procedures.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings or weekends when needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous custodial or floor care experience preferred.
• Experience operating commercial floor care equipment strongly preferred.
• Ability to lift 40-50 pounds and perform physical work for extended periods.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and operate equipment for long durations.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed indoors and occasionally outdoors.
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals and equipment noise.
• Requires frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and pushing equipment.
• May require evening, weekend, or off-hour work to complete floor projects.

Physical Requirements

• Lift and move equipment and supplies up to 50 lbs.
• Push/pull heavy floor machines.
• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Repetitive bending, kneeling, and reaching.

All employees at CA are expected to carry out the CA Mission, "Creating Curious, Kind, Courageous, and Adventurous Learners and Leaders," to support the vision of the school, and to contribute to the life of the school outside of the classroom.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required for the position. Colorado Academy reserves the right to modify or revise this job description at any time.

The pay for this position is $20.00-$22.00 an hour. Although this is a good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, Colorado Academy reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range. Any wage differential that may exist for the position does not relate to sex, gender, or gender identity, but relates solely to a seniority system, a merit system, or relevant education, training and/or experience. Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance benefit programs are available, as is a 403(b) retirement plan. Eligibility for all benefit programs is defined by the applicable plan document.

Colorado Academy prohibits discrimination and unlawful harassment in any of its programs, procedures, or practices on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion or creed, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, military service, marital status, genetic information, or other protected classifications defined by federal or Colorado laws. The policy applies in all aspects of employment with CA.

Colorado Academy is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and equitable workplace. Employees are expected to engage in professional conduct that reflects cultural awareness, respect for differing identities, and openness to diverse perspectives. Employment decisions including hiring, evaluation, promotion, and compensation are based on qualifications, performance, and institutional needs.

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand or walk for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Must be able to reach, bend and stoop frequently.
• Must be able to work at times without direct supervision.