Floor Technician - Evening Shift

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking a full-time Floor Care Technician at IU Health University Hospital. The role focuses on maintenance, appearance, and safety of floor surfaces across facilities, using auto-scrubbers, burnishers, buffers, and carpet extractors.

You will coordinate with Environmental Services and clinical teams to minimize disruption, follow safety and infection prevention protocols, and help create a clean, welcoming environment for patients, staff, and visitors.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED preferred.
• No prior floor care experience required; competency within 2 months of hire.
• Indiana driver's license and proof of insurance required.
• Ability to pass floor care competency assessment.
• Must wear protective equipment per hospital policy and regulatory requirements.
• Physically able to stand for long periods and lift 50 lbs or more.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, appearance, and safety of floor surfaces across facilities.
• Operate auto-scrubbers, buffers, burnishers, and carpet extractors.
• Coordinate with Environmental Services and clinical teams to minimize disruption.
• Assist with setup of safety zones and communicate work area impacts.
• Support equipment maintenance and report floor conditions needing repair.
• Follow safety signage and infection prevention protocols.

Skills

Floor care equipment

Driver's license

Physical stamina

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Auto-scrubbers

Buffers

Burnishers

Carpet extractors

Job description

Overview

Position Details

Status: Full-Time, 40 hours per week.
Schedule: 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM. Includes rotating weekends and holidays.
Location: IU Health University Hospital
Shift Differentials: Eligible for evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Position Summary

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.

Position Requirements

• 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.
  

We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.