Floor / Utility Technician

Job Title

Floor / Utility Technician

Under general supervision the Floor / Utility Technician is responsible for the cleaning and restoring of tile, carpet and other flooring surfaces. Employees in this job class perform stripping, waxing, scrubbing, buffing, carpet cleaning and other restorative tasks for assigned areas. This job class requires knowledge of floor care equipment, materials, procedures and the ability perform quality work in a safe manner at all times.

Typical duties include : scheduling required or requested floor tasks with supervisor or lead, inspecting and preparing necessary equipment and chemicals required for scheduled procedures, completing necessary floor tasks followed by a quality review of project, properly securing all equipment at completion of tasks, requesting necessary repairs, install local out tag when required, and performing other duties and special projects as assigned.

Minimum qualifications include : one year of custodial work experience, ability to communicate effectively and respond to questions and requests from customers and others, ability to read and follow written instructions on labels for proper and safe use of chemicals, supplies and equipment, ability to learn to use specialized departmental equipment, effective written communication skills, computer literacy to use business software, the Internet, enter data / retrieve data, human relations skills to build effective working relationships, demonstrated customer service, problem solving and common sense skills.

Education requirements are not applicable.

The following licenses or certificates may be required depending on local, state and / or contract requirements : valid driver's license.

Physical requirements include the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance : maneuvering in and around the worksite, standing and walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, and stooping, lifting boxes or equipment weighing up to 35 pounds, and up to 50 pounds occasionally, pushing or pulling objects such as vacuums, carts, mops, etc., may be required to push / pull equipment weighing up to 70 pounds, grasping both small & large objects, climbing ladders and / or step stools.

Work is performed in an office environment, or at a customer's location, such as a commissary environment, a federal courthouse, or a military base. Employees may be exposed to toxic chemicals, noise from equipment in maintenance environment, and depending on indoor and outdoor conditions, exposure to cold or heat.

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job. Employees are expected to follow their supervisor's instructions and to perform the tasks requested by their supervisors.

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