Floor Care Technician

The Floor Care Technician is responsible for the overall cleanliness, maintenance, and care of floors in a healthcare, long-term care, or assisted living facility. This role involves cleaning, waxing, buffing, and polishing floors to ensure a safe, clean, and attractive environment for residents, staff, and visitors. The Floor Care Technician plays a key role in maintaining a high standard of hygiene and safety throughout the facility, ensuring compliance with all safety and health regulations. ### **Key Responsibilities:** - **Floor Cleaning and Maintenance:** - Perform daily floor cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and removing stains from carpets and hard surfaces. - Buff, polish, and wax floors to maintain a high standard of cleanliness and shine. - Use specialized floor care equipment, such as scrubbers, buffers, and extractors, to deep clean floors and carpets. - Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on floor care equipment to ensure its proper operation. - **Safety and Compliance:** - Follow all facility safety protocols, including proper handling of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and personal protective equipment (PPE). - Ensure that floors are cleaned and maintained according to infection control guidelines, especially in high-traffic and healthcare areas. - Place safety signs and barriers around work areas to prevent slips, falls, and other hazards while cleaning. - **Carpet Cleaning:** - Perform regular carpet cleaning, including vacuuming, spot cleaning, and deep extraction, to remove dirt, stains, and allergens. - Use appropriate carpet cleaning chemicals and equipment to maintain the appearance and hygiene of carpeted areas. - **Floor Buffing and Stripping:** - Strip, wax, and buff hard floors to restore shine and protect surfaces from wear and tear. - Apply floor finishes and sealers as needed to maintain the durability and cleanliness of floors. - Use appropriate tools and chemicals to ensure that stripping, waxing, and buffing are done efficiently and safely. - **Inventory and Supply Management:** - Monitor and maintain inventory levels of cleaning supplies, chemicals, and equipment. - Notify management when supplies need to be reordered and ensure that cleaning products are stored properly. - Ensure that all equipment is cleaned and maintained after each use, reporting any damage or malfunctions to management. - **Collaboration and Communication:** - Work closely with housekeeping staff, maintenance teams, and management to ensure that all floor care needs are met. - Respond to requests for floor cleaning and maintenance services promptly and professionally. - Report any maintenance or safety issues observed during floor care duties to the appropriate department. - **Education:** High school diploma or equivalent is preferred. - **Experience:** Previous experience in floor care or environmental services is preferred, but not required. Training will be provided. - **Skills:** - Knowledge of floor cleaning techniques, tools, and chemicals. - Ability to operate floor care equipment such as buffers, scrubbers, and extractors. - Strong attention to detail and ability to follow cleaning protocols. - Ability to work independently and manage time effectively. - Good communication and teamwork skills. ### **People-Centered Rewards:** - Health benefits including Medical, Dental & Vision - 401k with company match - Early Pay via Tapcheck! - Employee Perks & Discount program - PTO + Company Holidays + Floating Holidays - Referral Bonus Program - Mentorship Programs - Internal/Upskilling Growth Opportunities - Continued Education Loan Repayment Program powered by Clasp