Floor Care Technician: Carpets, Floors & Safety

Saint Leo University; Saint Leo (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Leo University is seeking a Floor Technician to maintain floors, carpets and hard surfaces across campus facilities. The role requires operating buffing/polishing equipment, performing routine floor care and reporting maintenance needs.

Applicants should be able to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and some holidays, and to lift up to 40 pounds. The position emphasizes safety, professionalism and teamwork in a busy university environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in floor and carpet care preferred.
• Knowledge of cleaning agents, equipment and soil removal.
• Familiarity with OSHA and local safety requirements.
• Professional appearance and ethical conduct.
• Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and stand long hours.

Responsibilities

• Buffs, polishes and strips floors with heavy equipment.
• Sweeps, mops, scrubs and vacuums; clean hallways and offices.
• Report accidents and notify supervisor of repairs.
• Maintain equipment per manufacturer specs.
• May drive golf carts or other vehicles.

Skills

Floor care knowledge

Safety procedures (OSHA/local)

Professional communication

Flexible schedule

Equipment operation

Education

OSHA safety training

Tools

Floor care machinery (buffers, polishers)

Job description

Saint Leo University is seeking a Floor Technician to maintain floors, carpets and hard surfaces across campus facilities. The role requires operating buffing/polishing equipment, performing routine floor care and reporting maintenance needs.

Applicants should be able to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends and some holidays, and to lift up to 40 pounds. The position emphasizes safety, professionalism and teamwork in a busy university environment.