Overview 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. Responsibilities Essential Functions: This job requires the use of specialized power equipment. • 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. Work Environment: Active college and university campus environment at Benedict College Fast-paced setting with frequent interaction with students, faculty, staff, and guests May require flexible scheduling, including evenings, weekends, or special campus events Qualifications Qualifications: • 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. Physical Requirements: • 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 Who We Are: The Facilities Division of Thompson Hospitality provides comprehensive facility management and support services tailored to corporate, educational, and government clients. The division specializes in custodial and janitorial services, building maintenance, groundskeeping, engineering support, and integrated facilities management solutions designed to enhance operational efficiency and maintain safe, clean environments. Known for its commitment to service excellence, workforce development, and diversity, Thompson Hospitality’s Facilities Division combines industry expertise with customer-focused strategies to deliver reliable, cost-effective solutions that support clients’ core missions. Thompson Hospitality is of the largest restaurants, food service, and facilities management companies in the country. We are highly built upon our values, do the right thing, do the best you can, and treat others how you want to be treated, which are shaped by more than 34 years of relationships with our clients, guests, and communities. We offer competitive benefits, see our website for more. https://www.thompsonhospitality.com/ We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.