Environmental Services Floor Technician

Key Responsibilities

• Floor Care and Maintenance
• Perform floor stripping, extraction, scrubbing, buffing, and burnishing procedures.
• Sweep and mop tile floors using proper cleaning techniques.
• Operate auto-scrubbers and other floor care equipment.
• Perform carpet care including vacuuming, bonnet cleaning, and carpet extraction.
• Apply cleaning solutions and floor finishes according to training guidelines.
• Ensure floors are properly dried using fans when necessary.
• Daily Cleaning Tasks
• Vacuum carpeted areas.
• Dust mop and damp mop hard floor surfaces.
• Spot clean stains and remove debris.
• Maintain cleanliness of assigned work areas.
• Restroom Cleaning
• Clean sinks, toilets, mirrors, and tubs/showers inside and outside.
• Refill restroom supplies including toilet tissue, paper towels, and soap dispensers.
• Damp mop restroom floors.
• Clean walls, water pipes, and fixtures.
• Weekly Detail Cleaning
• Clean baseboards and corners.
• Dust door frames and vents.
• Clean edges above and below six feet.
• Clean desks, countertops, and telephones.
• Detail high-touch surfaces and fixtures.
• Safety and Compliance
• Place caution signs before beginning floor care tasks.
• Handle cleaning chemicals safely including bleach, wax, disinfectants, and other approved products.
• Follow hospital cleaning procedures and HHS training standards.
• Respond to housekeeping pages and requests as needed.
• Record completed work on the Area Assignment Checklist.
• Additional Duties
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Environmental Services Director.
• Aid in maintaining equipment and supplies.
• Support the overall Environmental Services team in maintaining a safe patient care environment.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent lifting of 0–40 pounds.
• Lifting or moving equipment and furniture weighing 25–100 pounds.
• Pushing or pulling carts and equipment exceeding 100 pounds.
• Standing, walking, bending, twisting, kneeling, squatting, and reaching continuously during shifts.
• Operating cleaning equipment and machinery safely.
• Working on tile and carpeted floors for extended periods.

Work Environment and Schedule

• Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and varied shifts as required.
• Work is performed in a healthcare facility environment including patient areas, restrooms, offices, and ancillary spaces.

Tools and Equipment Used

• Dust mops and damp mops.
• Vacuum cleaners.
• Scrubbing pads.
• Carpet care machinery.
• Buckets and cleaning carts.
• Auto scrubbers.
• Buffing and burnishing machines.
• Putty knives and detailing tools.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to follow cleaning procedures and safety protocols.
• Ability to handle cleaning chemicals safely.
• Basic communication skills in English (reading, writing, speaking).
• Ability to complete assigned work independently and document tasks performed.