Floor Care Specialist

CW Resources • New London, CT

3d • Onsite

About The Position

CW Resources is hiring a Floor Care Specialist to clean and maintain floor surfaces at the US Coast Guard Academy in New London, Connecticut. The role cares for tile, vinyl, carpet, and concrete using appropriate cleaning methods, including routine sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and scheduled deep cleaning. The specialist operates floor-care machinery and performs services such as stripping and applying floor finishes, buffing, and deep-cleaning carpets.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of custodian or janitorial experience; the posting also specifies a minimum of 1 to 2 years of hands-on experience as a commercial floor-care technician, janitor, or in a similar role.
• Experience using floor-care machines such as buffers, auto-scrubbers, burnishers, and carpet extractors.
• Knowledge of tile, vinyl, carpet, and concrete and how to clean and maintain these floor types.
• Valid Real ID.
• Ability to obtain and maintain government base access.

Nice To Haves

• Strong attention to detail and pride in clean, polished results.
• Good time management and ability to meet deadlines.
• Self-motivation and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work well with others on larger projects.
• Clear communication skills, including reporting issues and following directions.
• Positive, professional attitude and ownership of the work.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain tile, vinyl, carpet, and concrete floors using appropriate methods.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and perform scheduled deep cleaning.
• Operate buffers, auto-scrubbers, carpet extractors, burnishers, and vacuums.
• Strip old wax or finish, apply new coatings, buff floors, and deep-clean carpets using hot water extraction or bonnet methods.
• Follow safety guidelines for cleaning chemicals and equipment, use appropriate personal protective equipment, and comply with OSHA and facility safety standards.
• Clean, store, and maintain equipment in good working order.
• Work independently or with a team to complete daily duties and larger cleaning projects.
• Communicate equipment issues, supply needs, and floor damage to a supervisor.
• Keep floors free of spills, dirt, and slip hazards.
• Inspect assigned areas, prepare supplies and equipment, monitor equipment performance, address or report hazards, and log completed work.

Benefits

• Employer-paid medical and dental insurance.
• Voluntary vision benefit.
• Telemedicine.
• Retirement plan and match options.
• Short-term disability.
• Life insurance.
• Paid holidays and vacation.
• Personal time.
• Employee Wellness Coordinator and wellness program.
• Opportunities for advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed