Floor Technician

Indiana University Health; Bedford (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health, Inc. seeks a floor care technician at Bedford Hospital to maintain and improve the appearance and safety of floor surfaces.

The role operates in the evening, Monday through Friday, using advanced equipment to strip, wax, polish, and deep-clean various floor types. Team collaboration with EVS and clinical staff is essential to minimize disruption and maintain a welcoming environment for patients and visitors.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent years of experience preferred.
• Indiana driver's license and proof of insurance required.
• Ability to pass a floor care competency assessment within 2 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and cleans floor surfaces across facilities.
• Operates auto-scrubbers, burnishers, buffers, and carpet extractors.
• Performs stripping, waxing, polishing of floors as needed.
• Coordinates with EVS and clinical teams to minimize disruption and ensure safety.
• Adheres to safety signage and infection prevention protocols.
• Communicates work area impacts and maintains safety zones.

Skills

Equipment operation

Safety protocols

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Auto-scrubbers

High-speed burnishers

Buffers

Carpet extractors

Job description

Overview

Schedule: Monday- Friday; 4:00pm- 12:30am

Location: Bedford Hospital

Responsibilities:

• Specializes in the maintenance, appearance, and safety of floor surfaces throughout a facility (or facilities).
• Performs ad hoc, scheduled and project-based floor care duties typically using advanced equipment and floor care techniques.
• Partners with clinical and facilities teams to minimize disruption, ensure proper signage and safety protocols, and contribute to a clean, welcoming, and safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors.
• Operates specialized floor care equipment, including auto-scrubbers, high-speed burnishers, buffers, and carpet extractors.
• Performs stripping, waxing, polishing, and deep cleaning of a variety of flooring types (e.g., VCT, terrazzo, tile, carpet).
• Executes daily and rotational floor maintenance schedules and contributes to the development of project-based cleaning plans.
• Coordinates with Environmental Services (EVS) and clinical teams to reduce service disruption and ensure safety during floor care activities.
• Supports equipment maintenance, conducts basic floor repairs, and promptly reports floor conditions requiring advanced repair or attention.
• Ensures all work follows safety, signage, and infection prevention protocols.
• Assists with the setup of safety zones and communicates work area impacts to relevant departments.
• Collaborates with EVS team members to align work schedules and prevent overlap or service delays.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent years of experience is preferred.
• No previous experience is required. Floor care experience is preferred. If no experience then must pass competency within 2 months of hire date.
• Requires an Indiana drivers license and proof of insurance.
• Requires the ability to pass a floor care competency assessment.
• Must be able to use floor care equipment, including but not limited to: auto-scrubbers, buffers, burnishers, and carpet extractors.
• Must be able to wear protective equipment and clothing in accordance with hospital policy and regulatory requirements.
• Physical requirements include the ability to stand for extended periods, reach, bend, squat, climb ladders, and lift or carry 50 lbs. or more.