Floor Technician-FLTCH

Socket.dev; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Forefront in New Orleans, LA is seeking a Floor Technician to maintain clean, safe facility floors and support housekeeping operations in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities include daily floor care (sweeping, mopping, stripping, waxing, buffing), operating floor care equipment safely, and adhering to infection prevention and safety protocols. The role is full-time and hourly, with pay rate of $15.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior floor care or environmental services experience preferred.
• Ability to follow instructions and perform repetitive physical tasks.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Daily floor care: sweeping, mopping, stripping, waxing, buffing, and polishing.
• Operate floor care equipment safely and efficiently.
• Follow infection prevention and safety protocols.
• Report maintenance needs or safety hazards to supervisor.
• Document completed work per quality standards.
• Assist other EVS staff to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Floor care equipment

Job description

Forefront is dedicated to enhancing lives through exceptional culinary and support services. As a member of our team, you play an important role in maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable environment in a healthcare setting. Guided by our core values Tenacity, Integrity, Creativity, Service Excellence, Safety, and Caring, you help support healing and well-being for those we serve. If you take pride in your work and enjoy making a difference each day, we would love to have you on our team.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Supportive Culture: Work alongside a team that values respect, teamwork, and doing the job right
• Growth Opportunities: On-the-job training and opportunities to learn new skills
• Competitive Benefits: Full-time team members are eligible for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), and more

Position Summary

The Floor Technician is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and appearance of facility floors, including stripping, waxing, buffing, and routine floor maintenance. The Floor Technician also supports housekeeping operations as needed and assists Supervisors and Managers in maintaining departmental standards and operational efficiency.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

• This is an full time hourly, non-exempt position. Extended hours may be necessary based on operational needs.
• Pay Rate: $15.00/HR

Essential Functions and Duties

• Perform daily floor care, including sweeping, mopping, stripping, waxing, buffing, and polishing as assigned.
• Operate and maintain floor care equipment safely and efficiently.
• Follow infection prevention, safety protocols, and organizational policies.
• Report equipment maintenance needs, safety hazards, or supply shortages to the Supervisor.
• Document completed work according to departmental checklists and quality standards.
• Assist other EVS staff as needed to ensure smooth operations.

General Responsibility as Required for Position

• Responsible for acting in conformance with all facility and departmental policies and procedures including those relating to Human Resources, Code of Ethics and Business Conduct, Health and Safety regulations, Compliance requirements, Patient Rights, Confidentiality, and HIPAA. Responsible for acting in conformance with accrediting agency standards.
• Attends department meetings as required.
• Demonstrates accountability to accept responsibility for personal/professional growth and any required certification/licenses, if applicable.
• Completes mandatory training and competencies annually.

Travel

• N/A

AAP/EEO Statement

Forefront will not discriminate based on race, color, sex, height, weight, disability, national origin, religion, marital status, pregnancy, military service, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or any other protected class in its hiring practices, conditions for transfer or promotion, policies, discipline, discharge, terms, conditions, or benefits of employment.

Other Duties as assigned

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the associate for this job. Job duties, tasks, responsibilities, and activities may change from time to time.

Qualifications

Education/Experience/Training

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior experience in floor care or environmental services preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of floor maintenance procedures and equipment operation.
• Ability to follow instructions, work independently, and perform repetitive physical tasks.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

License and Certification

• N/A