Floor Technician

This position follows directives of the Housekeeping Supervisor involving floor care activities and coordinates job duties with functions of other departments so as not to interrupt resident care or normal business operations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Requisitions supplies and equipment for use in department activities.
• Maintain all floors within the center to include vinyl tile, ceramic tile, carpeting, and other floor coverings.
• Must be able to use/operate various power tools, hand tools, chemicals, etc. safely.
• Coordinates work of housekeeping department with all department functions so as not to interrupt resident care or normal business functions.
• Must be able to remove waxes and sealers from floors using scrubbers (manual and automatic), wet vacuums, chemicals and hand tools.
• Must be able to apply waxes and sealers to floors using approved floor finishes, application tools and procedures.
• Maintain waxed floors to a high gloss utilizing high speed burnishes and wax cleaners/restorers.
• Clean carpeting as required using steam machines or dry foam procedures.
• Clean and scrub ceramic tile and quarry stone floors as required or directed.
• Follow written/verbal instructions from Housekeeping Supervisor.
• Ensure floor care schedules are adhered to for respective areas.
• Perform scrubbing, stripping, waxing, and floor cleaning assignments as scheduled and established in center policies and procedures.
• Attend all required in-service training.
• Clean and maintain all equipment and the appearance of the assigned work area.
• Ensure all work/assignment areas are clean and equipment, tools, supplies, etc. are properly stored before leaving work area.
• Ensure established Infection Control and Standard Precautions are maintained when performing housekeeping duties.
• Follow established safety precautions when performing tasks and when using equipment and supplies.
• Be aware of and follow all state, federal, company and center policies and procedures.
• Report all unsafe/hazardous conditions, defective equipment, etc. to Housekeeping Supervisor immediately.
• Ensure containers of hazardous chemicals in the department are properly labeled and stored.
• Follow facility policies and techniques regarding safe lifting.
• All other duties as assigned.
  
  

Physical and Sensory Requirements: Walking, sitting, standing, reaching, stooping, bending, lifting, grasping, pushing and pulling, and fine-hand coordination. Ability to hear and respond to overhead pages. Ability to communicate with residents, families, personnel, vendors, and consultants. Ability to apply training and in-service education provided. Must present a neat, clean, professional appearance and demonstrate a positive approach with employees and residents.