What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facility Floor Technician position at Watertown Health Care Center?
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Do you want stability and longevity in your career? Are you dedicated to resident care and looking for competitive compensation?! If YES… Bedrock Healthcare is looking for YOU!
Bedrock Health Care Center is a skilled nursing home facility and takes pride in providing our residents with an amazing experience. We have an incredible tight-knit family of caregivers that serves our residents everyday with compassion, care and a positive attitude! We value and work hard to appreciate our caregivers because we recognize they are the foundation of our organization. We would love for you to join that family!
Same day pay with Tapcheck
Competitive pay
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Ancillary benefits with Aflac
Paid time off and holiday pay
Employee Assistance Program
Location: Watertown, WI
Job Overview:
The Floor Technician is responsible for maintaining clean, safe, and attractive floors throughout the long-term care facility. This role supports a healthy environment for residents, staff, and visitors by performing routine and deep-cleaning floor care tasks while adhering to infection control, safety, and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Perform routine and periodic floor care, including stripping, waxing, buffing, burnishing, and refinishing floors.
Clean and maintain various floor surfaces such as vinyl, tile, linoleum, carpet, and other specialty flooring.
Operate floor care equipment safely and effectively (e.g., auto scrubbers, buffers, burnishers, extractors).
Follow proper chemical usage, dilution, and storage guidelines in accordance with facility policies and safety regulations.
Maintain infection control standards, especially in resident care areas.
Identify and report floor damage, safety hazards, or maintenance needs to the supervisor.
Assist with general housekeeping duties as needed (e.g., cleaning spills, emergency cleanups).
Ensure work areas are properly secured with signage to prevent slips, trips, and falls.
Maintain cleaning equipment in good working condition and report malfunctions.
Follow all facility policies, OSHA guidelines, and state and federal regulations.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Previous floor care or housekeeping experience preferred; healthcare or long-term care experience a plus.
Knowledge of floor care techniques, equipment, and cleaning chemicals.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and safety.
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift for extended periods.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Manual dexterity to operate cleaning equipment and tools.
Work Environment
Healthcare/long-term care setting with exposure to cleaning chemicals and equipment.
May require evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call coverage as needed.
Skills and Competencies
Time management and organizational skills
Safety awareness
Dependability and professionalism
Respectful interaction with residents, families, and staff
Compliance
Must adhere to HIPAA regulations and resident confidentiality policies.
Must comply with infection control, safety, and emergency preparedness procedures.