Floor Technician

The Davis Community; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Davis Community is seeking an Environmental Services Floor Technician to clean and maintain all floor types within the facility. Responsibilities include buffing, waxing, mopping, stain removal, and moving furniture as needed.

Qualified applicants will have a high school diploma or GED, basic reading/writing ability, and familiarity with floor care equipment and safety practices. Prior knowledge of chemicals and OSHA guidelines is desirable.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent
• Experience with floor care desirable
• Knowledge of chemicals and their uses
• Familiarity with OSHA codes is beneficial
• Ability to read and write and follow directions
• Capable of operating buffers, mops, carpet cleaners and power washers
• Commitment to safety and resident well-being

Responsibilities

• Clean all carpeted areas in the facility
• Remove stains from floors and maintain clean surfaces
• Buff and spray wax floors to protect finishes
• Mop floors and clean cove bases
• Move furniture as needed for cleaning and access
• Perform minor equipment repairs and keep tools cleaned and organized
• Follow safety protocols and ensure a safe environment for residents

Skills

Floor care

Chemicals knowledge

OSHA codes

Buffing & waxing

Reading & writing

Equipment operation

Safety awareness

Hazardous materials

Physical endurance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Buffer

Mops

Brooms

Carpet cleaning machine

Power washer

Hand tools

Wet/dry vacuum

Job description

BASIC PURPOSE:

The Environmental Services Floor Technician is responsible for cleaning and maintaining all floors (carpets, vinyl, tile, lament and concrete).

MAJOR WORK ACTIVITIES:

1. Clean all carpet in facility.
2. Remove stains from floors.
3. Maintain a safe environment at all times.
4. Buffs and spray waxes floors.
5. Mops floors.
6. Cleans cove base.
7. Minor repair to equipment.
8. Keep equipment clean.
9. Moves furniture.
10. Performs specific work duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Environment Services Supervisor.

Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Floor care knowledge desirable.
• Knowledge of chemicals and their uses.
• Knowledge of OSHA codes.
• Skilled in buffing, stripping and waxing.
• Must be able to read and write.
• Must be able to use buffer, mops, brooms, carpet cleaning machine, power washer, some hand tools and wet/dry vacuum cleaner.
• Knowledge in safety and resident safety.
• Knowledge of hazardous materials related to job.
• Standing, walking, stooping, kneeling and bending are required at all times.
• Constant standing and walking while controlling machines.
• Ability to work varying shifts.
• Possess the ability to self-manage time and take direction.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

High School Diploma or GED.

Licensure/ Certification:

none required

Experience:

Floor care knowledge desirable.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.