Floor Technician - SA01

The Tatitlek Corporation; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tatitlek Corporation is seeking a Floor Technician in Washington, DC area to perform specialized floor care including stripping, waxing, burnishing and deep cleaning. The role requires operating floor machines and maintaining hard-surface floors and carpets to ensure longevity and appearance.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent and prior floor care experience, with ability to lift heavy equipment and follow strict safety procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior floor care experience (commercial or industrial) preferred.
• Ability to safely operate commercial floor machines.
• Knowledge of chemical handling, dilution, and safety requirements.
• Ability to lift, move, and transport equipment and furniture as needed.
• Ability to lift, bend, walk, stand, and perform repetitive tasks.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow a cleaning schedule.
• Reliability and consistent attendance.
• Ability to retain or obtain a background/security clearance commensurate with the position.
• Ability to work independently while adhering to safety and security policies.

Responsibilities

• Perform stripping, waxing, buffing, burnishing, and refinishing of hard-surface floors.
• Operate floor care equipment including buffers, burnishers, auto-scrubbers, and vacuums.
• Extract and deep-clean carpets using commercial extractors.
• Clean and maintain equipment, ensuring proper operation and safety.
• Sweep, scrub, and prep floors prior to finishing applications.
• Apply finish coats evenly and safely with dry-time adherence.
• Monitor floor conditions and identify refinishing or repair needs.
• Follow safety procedures around chemicals, PPE, and slip hazards.
• Move furniture and set up/take down work areas as needed.
• Work independently or as part of a project team to complete schedules on time.
• Communicate with supervisors regarding progress, supplies, and site issues.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safe operation of floor machines

Chemical handling and safety

Lifting and moving equipment

Attention to detail

Reliability and attendance

Background check clearance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Low-speed buffers

High-speed burnishers

Auto-scrubbers

Wet/dry vacuums

Carpet extraction equipment

Job description

Overview

Job specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

SUMMARY:

The Floor Technician is responsible for performing specialized floor care services to maintain the appearance, cleanliness, and longevity of hard‑surface floors and carpeted areas. This role requires skilled operation of floor machines and the ability to complete projects such as stripping, waxing, burnishing, buffing, carpet extraction, and deep cleaning.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform stripping, waxing, buffing, burnishing, and refinishing of hard‑surface floors.
• Operate floor care equipment including low‑speed buffers, high‑speed burnishers, auto‑scrubbers, and wet/dry vacuums.
• Extract and deep‑clean carpets using commercial extractors.
• Clean and maintain equipment, ensuring proper operation and safety.
• Sweep, scrub, and prep floors prior to finishing applications.
• Apply finish coats evenly and safely while following required dry‑time standards.
• Monitor floor conditions and identify when refinishing or repairs are needed.
• Follow all safety procedures, particularly around chemicals, PPE, and slip hazards.
• Move furniture and set up/take down work areas as needed.
• Work independently or as part of a project team to complete floor care schedules on time.
• Communicate with supervisors regarding progress, supplies, and any site issues.
• Other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, AND LICENSURE:

• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Prior experience in floor care preferred (commercial or industrial).
• Ability to safely operate commercial floor machines.
• Knowledge of chemical handling, dilution, and safety requirements.
• Ability to lift, move, and transport equipment and furniture as needed.
• Ability to lift, bend, walk, stand, and perform repetitive tasks.
• Attention to detail and ability to follow a cleaning schedule.
• Reliability and consistent attendance.
• Ability to retain or obtain a background/security clearance commensurate with the position.
• Ability to work independently while consistently adhering to all safety and security policies, procedures and regulatory requirements.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the following essential functions.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed indoors with some potential risks to safety and health hazards.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to lift/carry 50 pounds, push/pull 50 pounds, stand, sit, bend, kneel and walk for extended periods.

Must be able to perform routine, repetitive tasks continuously.

Must be able to work around food and cleaning products

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE:

DoD Secret or higher security clearance, or the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance. U.S. Citizenship is required.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING FACTORS:

As a condition of employment, must pass a pre-employment drug screening, as well as have acceptable reference and background check results.

As an equal opportunity employer, The Tatitlek Corporation recognizes that our strength lies in our people. Discrimination and all unlawful harassment, including sexual harassment, in employment is not tolerated. We encourage success based on our individual merits and abilities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or employment. We support and obey laws that prohibit discrimination everywhere we do business.

Salary

$26.90/hr