Carpet and Floor Care Technician

Facilities Management Custodial Services is dedicated to supporting the University of Arizona's mission by maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming campus environment. We are committed to delivering exceptional cleaning services, outstanding customer support, and positive communication through a highly trained and professional custodial team.

Custodial staff are responsible for cleaning and maintaining classrooms, laboratories, offices, and other assigned campus facilities. The Floor and Carpet Care Technician specializes in floor care and serves as a member of the Carpet and Hard Floor Crew, providing comprehensive maintenance and restoration of flooring surfaces throughout the university. The successful candidate will contribute to creating an environment that supports learning, research, and campus operations.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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• Assesses the
  state of the floors and carpets and determine cleaning material and technique
  that will be utilized.
• Operates
  various carpet and floor care machines such as truck mount carpet cleaning machine,
  portable carpet extractor, carpet drying equipment; air
  movers/dehumidifier; Floor care includes stripping machine, waxer/buffer, water
  pick-ups, etc.
• Clean vehicle
  and/or detail at end of each shift.
• Sweeps, mops,
  polishes and strips floors in rooms and halls.
• Vacuums, spot
  cleans and/or extracts carpets, and furniture using commercial vacuum cleaners
  and extraction equipment.
• Reports
  malfunctions of bathroom fixtures, light fixtures and/or damages to room and
  hall furnishings to Supervisor.
• Initiates work
  orders for repair of equipment/maintenance.
• Moves
  furniture, equipment or fixtures as required.
• Provides
  quality customer service.
• Assures all
  safety precautions are followed in the workplace.
• Communicates
  effectively in a professional manner and is a team player.
• Dries carpet
  with drying machine.
• Other duties
  may be assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Exceptional
  customer service skills.
• Detailed
  knowledge of carpet and floor cleaning chemicals.
• Cleaning Chemicals and
  Equipment: Understanding of proper use, dilution, and safety procedures for
  cleaning agents and floor care equipment (e.g., buffers, extractors, vacuums).
• Flooring
  Materials: Knowledge of different types of flooring (e.g., tile, vinyl, carpet,
  hardwood) and appropriate cleaning methods for each.
• Safety and
  Sanitation Standards: Familiarity with OSHA regulations, Material Safety Data
  Sheets (MSDS), and infection control procedures.
• Maintenance
  Procedures: Understanding of routine and deep-cleaning schedules, including
  stripping, waxing, and sealing floors.
• Operation of
  Floor Care Equipment: Proficiency in using machines such as auto scrubbers,
  burnishers, carpet extractors, and wet/dry vacuums.
• Time
  Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and complete work efficiently within
  scheduled timeframes.
• Attention to
  Detail: Skill in identifying areas needing extra attention and ensuring high
  standards of cleanliness.
• Follow
  Instructions: Ability to understand and follow verbal and written directions,
  including safety protocols.
• Work
  Independently and in Teams: Flexibility to work alone or collaboratively with
  others.
• Adaptability:
  Willingness to adjust to changing schedules, tasks, or cleaning priorities.
• Physical
  Stamina: Capability to stand, walk, bend, and lift for extended periods and
  handle physically demanding tasks.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

• High school
  diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
• Three years
  of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and work
  experience.
• Must have a valid driver's license and ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.

• Two years professional work experience as a carpet or floor care technician.
• Two years of experience operating industrial cleaning machines (i.e., professional truck-mounted carpet cleaners, portable carpet cleaners, buffers, extractors, auto scrubbers, and propane burnishers.).