About The Position

The Traveling Retail Cleaning Technician, also referred to as a Floater, provides cleaning and floor-care services at multiple retail locations throughout Northern Illinois and Southeast Wisconsin. The role covers vacations, call-offs, leaves of absence, and other staffing needs. Work locations and hours vary weekly according to coverage needs, and travel is required. Reliable transportation is required; paid drive time applies to travel exceeding 30 minutes, and mileage is reimbursed for travel exceeding 25 miles. The technician carries out the scope of work at each assigned location, including maintenance of hard floors and carpets, restroom and grout deep cleaning, and other general and detailed cleaning. The role works with limited supervision and alongside other Building Maintenance team members, while interacting respectfully with store personnel, customers, and the public. Training, weekly pay, and opportunities for growth are offered. Spanish-speaking candidates are encouraged to apply; bilingual English/Spanish skills are preferred but not required.

Requirements

  • High school graduate or GED recipient.
  • At least 18 years of age.
  • Reliable transportation.
  • Ability to understand and carry out simple instructions using common sense.
  • Ability to communicate respectfully with coworkers, customers, and store personnel.
  • Ability to work effectively in a multi-ethnic and multicultural environment and collaboratively as part of a team.
  • Ability to manage time effectively and complete required tasks within the allotted time.
  • Ability to work independently, with minimum supervision, and demonstrate responsibility and attention to detail.
  • Ability to meet attendance and punctuality expectations for time-sensitive customer needs.
  • Professional conduct and demeanor, including patience, tact, enthusiasm, and diplomacy.
  • Initiative and sound judgment in evaluating and responding to situations.
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize, solve problems, and work under pressure in potentially stressful, time-sensitive situations.
  • Ability to read and comprehend detailed instructions and process information accurately and clearly.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to pass a criminal background check, employment verification, and pre-employment and random employment drug screens.
  • Clean motor vehicle record if driving.
  • Ability to work nights, very early mornings, weekends, and holidays as required by coverage needs.
  • Ability to regularly lift 45 pounds, push and pull floor-cleaning equipment over concrete, tile, and carpet, and perform a variety of janitorial floor-care tasks.
  • Ability to work with a variety of cleaning products and use caution on wet surfaces.
  • Required vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

  • Some cleaning experience; preferred but not required.
  • Bilingual English/Spanish skills; preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

  • Cover multiple locations within the designated district and perform assignments according to the company schedule and client expectations.
  • Refer to each location’s daily task list and complete daily tasks in accordance with customer requirements.
  • Perform hard-floor care, including sweeping, dry and damp mopping, scrubbing, buffing, spot cleaning, waxing, and, when assigned, floor stripping.
  • Maintain carpets through vacuuming, shampooing, bonneting, extraction, and spot cleaning.
  • Perform other cleaning and detail work, including dusting, restroom cleaning, trash removal, window cleaning, and cleaning deli, bakery, restaurant or café, office, and other included areas.
  • Report to work on time as scheduled and accurately report hours through the phone timekeeping system.
  • Use reliable transportation to arrive on time for scheduled shifts and follow schedules to prevent budget overages.
  • Address cleaning or scope concerns with the onsite store manager as needed or directed.
  • Work collaboratively with Carlson staff to complete the customer’s scope of work.
  • Operate floor-care machines and cleaning products safely and according to manufacturer instructions.
  • Keep storage areas organized and supplied, and request needed products through the supervisor.
  • Follow safety requirements, company policies, and instructions for specific cleaning projects.
  • Check that equipment is working and required materials are available, including safety signs, tape, and cones; promptly report equipment problems or shortages.
  • Report work-related injuries on the date they occur and immediately report falls or other injuries involving store customers or personnel to the supervisor and onsite store manager.
  • Immediately report store damage to the supervisor and clean it up as needed.
  • After training in floor waxing and products, the Lead technician assumes sole responsibility for applying wax.
  • Provide guidance on floor-care and cleaning procedures to less-experienced Floor Care Technicians as needed.
  • Identify and implement changes to improve productivity and service efficiency, and enforce Sizemore policies and procedures as needed.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Medical coverage
  • Dental coverage
  • Vision coverage
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plans
  • Voluntary benefits
  • 401(k) with up to a 4% company match
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Weekly pay on Friday
  • Paid drive time for travel exceeding 30 minutes
  • Mileage reimbursement for travel exceeding 25 miles
  • Training and opportunities for growth
© 2026 Teal Labs, Inc
Privacy PolicyTerms of Service