Floor Technician

Indiana University Health; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking a Floor Care Technician to maintain and improve the appearance and safety of floor surfaces across hospital facilities in Bloomington. The role involves operating specialized floor care equipment, following safety and infection control protocols, and coordinating with Environmental Services and clinical teams to minimize disruption.

The position requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, the ability to pass a floor care competency assessment, and a valid

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent years of experience.
• No prior floor care experience required; experience preferred or must pass competency within 2 months of hire.
• Ability to pass a floor care competency assessment.
• Indiana driver’s license and proof of insurance required.
• Able to operate floor care equipment (auto-scrubbers, buffers, burnishers, carpet extractors).
• Physical ability to stand for long periods and lift 50 lbs or more.

Responsibilities

• Specializes in maintenance, appearance, and safety of floor surfaces.
• Performs ad hoc, scheduled and project-based floor care duties with advanced equipment.
• Partner with clinical and facilities teams to minimize disruption and maintain safety.
• Operates auto-scrubbers, high-speed burnishers, buffers, and carpet extractors.
• Performs stripping, waxing, polishing, and deep cleaning of various flooring types.
• Develops daily and rotational floor maintenance schedules and supports project cleaning plans.
• Coordinates with EVS and clinical teams to reduce disruption and ensure safety.
• Supports equipment maintenance and reports needs for advanced repair.
• Ensures compliance with safety, signage, and infection prevention protocols.
• Assists with safety zones setup and communicates work area impacts.
• Collaborates with EVS to align schedules and prevent overlaps.

Skills

Floor care

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Floor care equipment (auto-scrubbers, buffers, burnishers)

Job description

Schedule: Monday- Friday; 9:00am- 5:30pm

Location: Bloomington 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.

• Indiana University Health has nearly 40,000 team members, including more than 3,600 physicians and 1,200 advanced practice providers, and we’re home to the largest nursing network in Indiana with more than 9,000 nursing team members at over 800 sites of care.
• IU Health is ranked No. 1 in Indiana by U.S. News & World Report, Riley Children's Health is ranked among the top children's hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report.
• A unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine – one of the nation’s largest medical schools – gives patients access to groundbreaking research and innovative treatments, and it offers team members access to the latest science and the very best training – advancing healthcare for all.
• With 15 hospitals, including seven with Magnet designation and eight with Pathways to Excellence designation, our team members are leading the way through excellence.
• At Indiana University Health, your personal and professional growth is a top priority. You will have access to many diverse opportunities to learn and develop in meaningful ways that matter most to you, such as advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities and cross training development.
• Indiana University Health is invested in the lives of Hoosiers, leading the transformation of healthcare to make Indiana one of the nation’s healthiest states.

Indiana University Health is Indiana’s most comprehensive health system, with 15 hospitals and nearly 40,000 team members serving Hoosiers across the state. We’re looking for team members who are inspired by challenging and meaningful work for the good of every patient. People who are compassionate and serve with a purpose. People who aspire to excellence every day.