Floor Technician 00291

Inside Higher Ed; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 28,080 - 34,320; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid leave options

Job summary

A university in Newport News, Virginia, seeks a Floor Technician to maintain student housing facilities by performing routine floor maintenance using various equipment. The ideal candidate should possess knowledge of cleaning methods and have experience in floor maintenance. A high school diploma or equivalent, along with a valid driver's license, is required. This full-time position offers a starting salary of $31,200, with opportunities for health and retirement benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience with floor maintenance and equipment.
• Experience with cleaning methods and supplies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain various floors using floor maintenance equipment.
• Ensure student-housing facilities are clean and safe.

Skills

Knowledge of cleaning methods and cleaning supplies

Skilled in the use of floor maintenance equipment and supplies

Good organization skills

Ability to follow oral and written instructions

Ability to work in teams

Ability to communicate effectively

Education

High school graduate or equivalent education

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Responsible Employee

This position is designated as a “responsible employee” who has the authority to redress sexual violence, who has the duty to report incidents of sexual violence or other student misconduct, or who a student could reasonably believe has this authority or duty.

Working Title

Floor Technician 00291

Role Title

Housekeeping and Apparel Worker I

Position Number

00291

Flsa

Non Exempt

Appointment Type

Full Time

Type Of Posting

General Public

Is Sensitive Position?

No

Designated Personnel

Yes

Statement Of Economic Interest

No

Is this a restricted position subject to availability of funding?

Yes

If Restricted Position, Please Paste Statement

This is a restricted position subject to availability of funding.

Departmental Objective

The Housing department ensures that student-housing facilities are well maintained, clean and safe for the students of CNU.

Purpose Of The Position

This position will maintain various floors by performing floor maintenance duties using various floor maintenance equipment and supplies.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Related To Position

• Knowledge of cleaning methods and cleaning supplies
• Skilled in the use of floor maintenance equipment and supplies
• Good organization skills
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to work in teams
• Ability to communicate effectively and to maintain positive relations with faculty, staff and students

Education Required

Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification Required

• High school graduate or equivalent education/experience that equates to a high school diploma
• Valid driver’s license

Experience Required

• Experience with floor maintenance and floor maintenance equipment.
• Experience with cleaning methods and cleaning supplies

Additional Consideration(s)

Experience Preferred

• Experience working at a university

Salary Information

Starting at $31,200, Commensurate with Education and Experience.

CNU Information

This position includes Commonwealth of Virginia and Christopher Newport University employee benefits. CNU offers a comprehensive benefits package to include retirement plans, medical, dental, vision, and a variety of other options. Available leave includes vacation, sick time, personal time, and volunteer/service leave. State employees are eligible for discounted travel, banking, legal and retail services, among others. To view more information about our benefits, please visit https://cnu.edu/hr/benefits/.

Role Code

79071

Conditions Of Employment

• This is a classified position. New and returning classified employees are required to complete a 12-month probationary period.
• Selected candidate must attend a 2-day New Employee Orientation Program.

Is this position telework eligible?

No

Essential

Light Lifting (less than 20 lbs.)

Moderate Lifting (20-50 Lbs.)

Heavy Lifting (more than 50 lbs.)

Pushing/Pulling

Standing

Sitting

Non-Applicable

Bending

Walking

Climbing

Reaching

Repetitive Motion

Fast Pace

Average Pace

Multiple Priorities

Intense Customer Interaction

Marginal

Multiple Stimuli

Marginal

Frequency Changes

Marginal

Memory

Reasoning

Marginal

Hearing

Reading

Analyzing

Marginal

Logic

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Posting Number

PS1185P

Posting Date

01/12/2026

Closing Date

01/26/2026

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions To Applicants

CNU will only accept online applications through the jobs.cnu.edu website. Online applications must be received by midnight on the closing date indicated in a job announcement. Faxed, emailed, hand-delivered or mailed applications and attachments will NOT be accepted. Applicants are welcome to complete an online application by using computers located in the Office of Human Resources. Address: CNU North – 321 Hiden Boulevard, Suite 101, Newport News, VA 23606. Public computers are also available in nearby libraries and at the Virginia Employment Commission. Address: 600 Butler Farm Road, Hampton, VA 23666 (M-F 9am-4:30pm).

In order to be considered for this position, your application must provide evidence of experience and/or education supporting the requirements outlined in the posting. We encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. *Responses to supplemental questions alone are not considered evidence of experience and/or education.

Quick Link For Direct Access To Posting

https://jobs.cnu.edu/postings/20349

EEO/Diversity Statement(s)

Christopher Newport University, an EO Employer, is fully Committed to Access and Opportunity.

Reasonable Accommodation Request

Christopher Newport University (CNU) will make a reasonable effort to accommodate persons with disabilities in the application and/or interview process. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation should contact the CNU Human Resources Office by calling [phone].

Alternative Hiring Process

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019.

Background Check

Applicant finalists are required to complete a CNU sponsored background check. After accepting employment, individuals are required to complete a USCIS Form I-9 (employment eligibility verification) and present documentation from the USCIS List of Acceptable Documents that establishes both their identity and employment authorization to work in the United States. The provided documents will be verified through the Department of Homeland Security E-Verify website.