Floorcare Technician - Benedict College

Thompson Hospitality Corporation•Columbia, SC

8h•Onsite

About The Position

Thompson Facilities Services is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Floor Care Technician who will maintain cleanliness, appearance, and overall condition of flooring surfaces throughout the campus of Benedict College. This position is responsible for performing specialized floor care services including stripping, waxing, buffing, carpet cleaning, and preventative maintenance in academic buildings, residence halls, administrative offices, dining facilities, and common areas. The ideal candidate will demonstrate professionalism, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while supporting a safe and welcoming campus environment.

Requirements

1- 3-year previous floor care, custodial, janitorial, or facilities maintenance experience preferred
Experience operating commercial floor care equipment strongly preferred
Knowledge of floor care procedures for tile, vinyl, hardwood, concrete, and carpeted surfaces
Experience working in educational, healthcare, hospitality, or commercial environments is a plus
Ability to work independently and efficiently with minimal supervision
Strong communication and customer service skills
Reliable attendance and punctuality required
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Efficiently manage time to complete tasks within designated schedules.
Basic communication abilities to understand instructions and work effectively within a team or with supervisors.
Familiarity with various cleaning methods, chemicals, and equipment used in custodial work.
Understanding and implementing safety guidelines when handling cleaning agents and operating equipment to prevent accidents.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday
Frequently lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds
Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb stairs, and reach overhead regularly
Ability to perform repetitive cleaning motions including sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, and vacuuming
Ability to safely operate custodial and floor care equipment
Must be able to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions as needed
Ability to safely handle cleaning chemicals and supplies in accordance with safety guidelines
Sufficient manual dexterity and coordination to use cleaning tools and equipment effectively
Visual and auditory ability to identify hazards, spills, or maintenance

Nice To Haves

Experience operating commercial floor care equipment strongly preferred
Experience working in educational, healthcare, hospitality, or commercial environments is a plus

Responsibilities

Perform floor maintenance services including stripping, waxing, buffing, burnishing, scrubbing, and polishing hard surface floors
Clean and maintain carpeted areas using extractors, shampooers, and spot-cleaning equipment
Operate and maintain floor care machinery including auto scrubbers, buffers, burnishers, vacuums, and carpet extractors
Inspect flooring conditions and report damages, hazards, or maintenance concerns to supervisors
Follow established schedules for preventative floor maintenance and deep cleaning projects
Maintain cleanliness of entrances, hallways, classrooms, dining areas, restrooms, and other campus facilities
Safely handle and store cleaning chemicals and custodial equipment according to OSHA and company safety guidelines
Assist with event setup, breakdown, and emergency cleaning requests as needed
Maintain supply inventory and notify management when materials or equipment require replacement or repair
Ensure all work areas are safe, clean, and properly marked with caution signage during floor care operations
Provide excellent customer service to students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors
Ability to work independently and efficiently with minimal supervision
Strong time management and organizational skills
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Reliable attendance and punctuality required
This is an "essential" position that may require working during inclement weather events.