Floor Technician

Saint Leo University Company; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Tuition for employees

Tuition Exchange for dependents

Health Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

403b Retirement Plan

Wellness Center

Job summary

Saint Leo University is seeking a Floor Technician to clean and maintain floors, carpets, and hard surfaces across university facilities. The role supports multiple locations and may require evenings or weekends as business needs dictate.

The position emphasizes knowledge of floor and carpet care, use of heavy equipment, safety compliance with OSHA standards, and professional interaction with staff. Training and safety meetings are part of the job, with opportunities to grow within a large

Qualifications

• Experience in floor and carpet care preferred.
• Knowledge of cleaning agents, equipment and soil removal methods.
• Knowledge of OSHA and local safety requirements related to assigned work.
• Ability to present yourself professionally and communicate with colleagues respectfully.

Responsibilities

• Buffs, polishes and strips floors using heavy equipment.
• Sweeps, mops and vacuums floors and common areas.
• Notify supervisor of major repairs or equipment needs.
• Perform routine maintenance on cleaning equipment as per specifications.
• May perform carpet care and furniture cleaning tasks.
• Handle waste and follow safety procedures, including hazardous materials handling.

Skills

Floor care experience

Carpet care

Cleaning agents & methods

OSHA safety knowledge

Professional communication

Flexible schedule

Night/weekend work

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Floor Technician may work in any location on university premises. This individual cleans and maintains floors, carpets and hard surfaces in facilities or locations in the areas of the university. The general responsibilities of the position include those listed below, but the university may identify other responsibilities of the position. These responsibilities may differ among accounts, depending on business necessities and client requirements, and industry requirements.

Job Description Duties and Tasks

• Buffs, polishes and strips floors using heavy equipment at educational facilities, manufacturing space, production areas, athletic facilities, office building, or similar building.
• Sweeps, mops, scrubs, polishes floors and vacuums hallways, stairs and office space, etc.
• Notifies Supervisor concerning need for major repairs or additions to lighting, heating, and ventilating equipment.
• Performs routine operational maintenance of equipment per manufacturer specifications.
• May perform advanced cleaning procedures for carpeted floor and carpet care.
• May clean furniture.
• May empty trash, linen, and garbage containers.
• May handle hazardous waste in accordance with government regulations and Sodexo standards.
• Complies with all company safety and risk management policies and procedures.
• Reports all accidents and injuries in a timely manner.
• Participates in regular safety meetings, safety training and hazard assessments.
• Applies all applicable OSHA and related local safety requirements to all assigned work.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• May drive golf carts, or other vehicles.
• May assist in inventorying floor care products.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge: Experience in a phases of floor and carpet care preferred. Knowledge of cleaning agents, equipment and methods of soil removal. Knowledge of and proficiency in all OSHA and local requirements related to all assigned work.

Abilities: Ability to present self in a highly professional manner to others and understands that honesty and ethics are essential. Ability to maintain a positive attitude. Ability to communicate with co-workers and other departments with professionalism and respect. Ability to use relevant electronic devices. Willingness to be open to learning and growing. Ability to work a flexible schedule. Must comply with any dress code requirements. Must be able to work nights, weekends and some holidays. Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus, with or without corrective lenses. Significant walking or other means of mobility. Ability to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours). Ability to reach, bend, Stoop, push and/or pull, and frequently lift up to 35 pounds and occasionally lift/move 40 pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS (MAY ADD ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS SPECIFIC TO DEFINED WORK LOCATION)

Generally in an indoor setting; however, may participate in in outside activities and events. Varying schedule to include evenings, holidays, weekends and extended hours as business dictates, while performing the duties of this job, the employee is primarily in a controlled, temperate environment; however, may be exposed to heat/cold during support of outside activities, The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. Wears protective clothing and/or Personal Protective Equipment required by the work environment or governmental regulations. Will be exposed to various cleaning chemicals.

ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are a representation of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term “qualified individual with a disability” means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of this position. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate professionally in person, over the telephone, through email and other electronic means, move about the office and University, handle various type of media and equipment, and visually or otherwise identify, observe and assess. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 10 pounds unless otherwise specified in the job description.

NOTICE

This job description intends to provide a representation of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total specific duties and responsibilities of any position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Saint Leo University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student, and graduate success.

Why Work at Saint Leo

What it’s Like to Work Here: Ask our employees and the one word they’d use to describe working at Saint Leo University is "Community." Our team members all share the Saint Leo core values, positive attitudes, and problem-solving abilities, enabling them to provide excellent student centered service. Our mission is educating and preparing students for life and leadership in a challenging world. Thank you for your interest in joining the Saint Leo PRIDE! We are committed to providing our employees with the support they need.

Benefits

• FREE Tuition - Employee, Spouse, and Dependents*
• Tuition Exchange Opportunity - Dependent of Employees*
• Generous Paid Leave - Sick, Vacation, and Holidays
• Comprehensive Group Health Plan (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Group Medical Plan includes Teledoc, Surgery Plus, Wellness Incentive Program and more!
• 100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account
• 100% Employer-Paid Short Term Disability Insurance
• 100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program (healthcare and dependent options)
• Employer-provided life insurance
• Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans
• Nationwide Pet Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 403b Retirement Plan
• Wellness Center
• *Eligibility based on meeting required service period 2025 ICUBA Benefits Guide_St Leo Top Workplace

Saint Leo University was named one of Tampa Bay’s Top Workplaces by the Tampa Bay Times from 2012 to 2016. Saint Leo University is a Catholic, liberal arts school serving learners of all faiths. Established in 1889 by the Order of Saint Benedict of Florida, the university seeks balanced growth in mind, body and spirit for all members of our community.

Saint Leo is also one of the nation’s 10 leading providers of higher education to the U.S. military.

Non-Discrimination EEO Statement: Saint Leo University has a strong commitment to principles of equal employment opportunity and equal access to education. Saint Leo University does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, ethic origin, genetic information, sex, gender, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state or local law in its educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, employment, or other school administered programs.

The Title IX Office Office Location: Benedictine Hall 3rd Floor. Email Address: [e-mail]. Telephone Number: [phone]. Mailing Address: Saint Leo University ATTN: Title IX Office 33701 C.R. 52, Saint Leo, FL 33574. The Director of Accessibility Services and the Section 504 Coordinator, Michael Bailey, may be contacted at [e-mail]. Note: Questions regarding job application status can be sent to [e-mail]. The above contacts are listed specifically for Title IX and/or Accessibility concerns only. The University has developed the “Title IX Sexual Harassment Grievance Policy” to address any Title IX related allegations of sexual harassment. The policy can be found on the University website. A written/hard-copy version of the policy is available upon request from the Title IX Coordinator.