Housekeeper Floor Tech

Brookhaven Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare; East Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401K

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Same Day Pay

Weekly Employee Appreciation Event

Monthly Gift Giveaways

Overtime Available

Job summary

Brookhaven Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare is seeking a Floor Tech / Housekeeper to maintain hard surface flooring and provide general housekeeping across the facility. The role involves floor stripping, waxing, buffing, and high-shine maintenance to keep rooms, halls, and common areas clean and welcoming.

We value teamwork, safety, and compassionate care for residents. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, be able to read and understand English, and be willing to comply

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Experience with commercial floor buffers, auto-scrubbers, and floor stripping/waxing techniques preferred.
• TB test verification may be required annually.

Responsibilities

• Maintain hard surface flooring through stripping, waxing, buffing, and high-shine maintenance.
• Operate floor machines safely and apply floor chemicals per safety protocols.
• Perform scheduled cleaning in resident units, common areas, and hallways to ensure sanitation and order.
• Inspect equipment, perform basic maintenance, and report issues to supervision.
• Follow safety signage and protocols to prevent slips and contamination.
• Assist with room transfers and interact with residents and families.
• Carry out tasks assigned by the Director of Environmental Services.

Skills

Floor care

Safety protocols

Physical stamina

Follow instructions

Interpersonal skills

TB test

Floor care experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Floor buffers

Auto-scrubbers

Stripping/waxing equipment

Job description

• Weekly Employee Appreciation Event- “Thankful Thursday”
• Monthly Gift Giveaways!!
• Overtime Available

Housekeeper - Floor Tech

RATE: $15.92

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401K
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Same Day Pay!!
• Weekly Employee Appreciation Event- “Thankful Thursday”
• Monthly Gift Giveaways!!
• Overtime Available

About us:

Brookhaven Center is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care in a supportive, team-focused environment. We believe great care starts with great people, which is why we invest in our employees through accessible leadership, recognition programs, and the resources they need to succeed.

If you're looking for a workplace where you'll be valued, supported, and able to make a meaningful difference every day, we'd love to have you on our team.

Position Summary

The Floor Tech / Housekeeper is primarily responsible for maintaining the facility's hard surface flooring—specifically executing floor stripping, waxing, buffing, and high-shine maintenance—alongside general housekeeping duties. This role ensures our facility remains clean, sanitary, safe, and visually welcoming for all residents, visitors, and staff.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• Floor Care Operations: Perform routine and deep-floor maintenance, including sweeping, auto-scrubbing, stripping, waxing, buffing, and burnishing hard surface floors according to schedule and facility standards.
• Equipment & Chemical Handling: Safely operate floor machines (buffers, auto-scrubbers, burnishers, wet vacuums) and apply floor stripping/waxing chemicals according to safety protocols and SDS guidelines.
• Sanitation & General Housekeeping: Complete scheduled cleaning routines in assigned resident units, common areas, and hallways to ensure a sanitary, odor-free, and orderly environment.
• Equipment Maintenance & Inventory: Inspect equipment before and after use, perform basic daily maintenance, report mechanical issues, and notify the supervisor of supply/chemical inventory needs.
• Safety Protocols: Place proper safety signage (wet floor signs, barricades) during floor stripping/buffing operations to prevent slips, falls, and cross-contamination.
• Resident & Team Care: Assist with room transfers as needed, interact warmly with residents and families, and deliver care with compassion while respecting resident rights.
• General Duties: Carry out additional tasks assigned by the Director of Environmental Services.

Educational & Vocational Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Prior experience with commercial floor buffers, auto-scrubbers, and floor stripping/waxing techniques preferred.

Job Skills & Qualifications

• Hands‑on knowledge of commercial floor care techniques, buffing/stripping procedures, and floor maintenance equipment.
• Understanding of floor chemicals, dilution ratios, and safety protocols for stripping agents and floor finishes.
• Strong physical condition, with the ability to push, pull, lift, and maneuver heavy floor equipment and stand/walk for extended periods.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions independently and work efficiently around resident schedules.
• Positive interpersonal skills for engaging respectfully with residents, family members, visitors, and facility staff.
• Must provide annual verification of a negative TB skin test.