Floor Technician 00291

Christopher Newport University; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Christopher Newport University in Newport News, VA seeks a Role Title Housekeeping and Apparel Worker I to maintain floors and facilities within student housing. The role focuses on floor maintenance using various equipment and supplies, keeping corridors and rooms clean and safe for residents.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and experience with floor maintenance and cleaning methods. University experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Experience with floor maintenance and equipment.
• Experience with cleaning methods and supplies.
• Experience at a university preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain floors using floor maintenance equipment and supplies.
• Ensure housing facilities are clean and safe for students.

Skills

Cleaning methods

Floor maintenance

Teamwork

Follow instructions

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Position Information

Working Title

Role Title

Role Title Housekeeping and Apparel Worker I

Position Number

Position Number 00291

FLSA

FLSA Non Exempt

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Full Time

Type of Posting

Type of Posting General Public

Is Sensitive Position?

Is Sensitive Position? No

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Designated Personnel

Designated Personnel Yes

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.

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This position is a “designated position” meaning this position could potentially be required to work (depending on the event) during an emergency closing.

Statement of Economic Interest

Statement of Economic Interest No

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Is this a restricted position subject to availability of funding?

Is this a restricted position subject to availability of funding? Yes

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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:

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

Experience:

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

Additional Consideration(s):

• Experience working at a university

Salary Information

Salary Information Salary $32,292 to $40,365, 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

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?

Is this position telework eligible? No

Telework Eligibility Disclaimer

Physical/Cognitive Requirements

Light Lifting (less than 20 lbs.)

Moderate Lifting (20-50 lbs.)

Heavy Lifting (more than 50 lbs.)

Pushing/Pulling

Standing

Sitting Non-Applicable

Walking

Climbing

Reaching

Repetitive Motion

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Emotional Demands

Fast Pace

Average Pace

Multiple Priorities

Intense Customer Interaction

Intense Customer Interaction Marginal

Multiple Stimuli

Multiple Stimuli Marginal

Frequency Changes

Frequency Changes Marginal

Mental/Sensory Demands

Memory

Reasoning

Reasoning Marginal

Hearing

Reading

Analyzing

Analyzing Marginal

Logic

Verbal Communication

List other mental/sensory requirements

Posting Number

Posting Number PS1254P

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Posting Date

Posting Date 08/25/2026

Closing Date

Closing Date 10/15/2026

Open Until Filled No

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

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’s Alternative Hiring Process.
To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to upload an approved AHP Letter received from the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services ( DARS ) or from the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired ( DBVI ) to their applications.
Note: Certificates of Disability provided by DARS or DBVI dated April 1, 2022, through February 29, 2024, will still be accepted as applicable for the AHP . The name change to AHP Letter became effective March 1, 2024.
Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their AHP Letter.

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.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you a high school graduate, or do you have equivalent education/experience that equates to a high school diploma?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a valid driver's license?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have experience with floor maintenance and floor maintenance equipment?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have experience in cleaning methods and cleaning supplies?
  • Yes
  • No
• Do you have a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card)? This form is provided to Commonwealth of Virginia employees when they are notified that they will be affected by a layoff per Policy 1.30. This form must be attached in order to receive credit?
  • Yes
  • No
• Do you have a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card)? This form is provided to Commonwealth of Virginia employees when they are notified that they will be affected by a layoff per Policy 1.30. This form must be attached in order to receive credit?
  • Yes
  • No
• Have you retired from a VRS covered position?
  • Yes
  • No
• Would you like to be considered for the Alternative Hiring Process (AHP)?
  • Yes
  • No
• If you would like to be considered for the Alternative Hiring Process (AHP), did you provide your AHP Letter?
  • Yes
  • No

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents Optional Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Other Application Materials
• DD214
• Licensure/Certification
• Other Application Materials #2
• Yellow Layoff Form
• Blue Layoff Card
• AHP Letter

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