Floor Technician

Company: Lord Chamberlain Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Location: Stratford
Posted on: February 1, 2026

Job Description:

Floor Technician Job Description Department Housekeeping Reports to Environmental Services Director Job Classification Department Staff FLSA Classification Non-Exempt Position Purpose Ensures the provision of a clean environment for our residents and staff, providing high quality services and high standards of cleanliness, ensuring compliance with infection control procedures. Required Qualifications Minimum requirements include the following: High school diploma or GED diploma Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language. Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and perform basic math computations as needed. Previous long term care experience preferred. Major Duties and Responsibilities Carries out all cleaning duties as directed by the Environmental Services Director according to required department policies and procedures. Ensures that daily, weekly, monthly floor maintaining schedules are followed. Sweeps, spot mops, and buffs all tiled hallways sufficiently by 10:00AM every day. Sweeps, spot mops and buffs all tiled resident rooms sufficiently 2-3 x's a week or as scheduled by Environmental Services Director. The floor technician daily schedule shall be used to document completion. Deep cleans, strips and waxes all tiled resident rooms and common areas on a four to six-month cycle or as scheduled by Environmental Services Director. Removes furniture and residents from area before work is performed. (get nursing assistance with resident transfer to location of their choice) Collects and empties facility trash at least twice daily on all nursing units or as scheduled by the Environmental Services Director. Maintains a high standard of personal presentation and hygiene. Ensures that all cleaning equipment is correctly and safely used and kept in a safe condition. Reports any defect to the department director. Practices sensitivity to the privacy and individual needs of the residents. Adheres to infection control policies at all times. Adheres to correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements. Ensures all necessary documentation is completed daily. Carries out other duties as assigned by the Environmental Services Director. Keeps supervisor informed of factors that interfere with being able to perform the work as assigned (i.e. resident issues, equipment issues). Reports any untoward event immediately to supervisor. Additional Assigned Tasks Treats all residents with dignity and respect. Promotes and protects all residents' rights. Establishes a culture of compliance by adhering to all facility policies and procedures. Complies with standards of business conduct, and state/federal regulations and guidelines. Follows appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect residents and themselves. Maintains confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written, and electronic communications. Reports noncompliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel. Reports any retaliation or discrimination to HR or compliance officer. Reports any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to supervisor and/or administrator. Protects residents from abuse, and cooperates with all investigations. Reports any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and/or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy. Participates in all life safety and emergency drills and trainings. Fulfills responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facility's emergency plan. Reports work-related injuries and illnesses immediately to supervisor. Follows established infection control policies and procedures. As a condition of employment, completes all assigned training and skills competency. Participates in QAPI or facility assessment activities as needed, such as carrying out duties assigned as part of a performance improvement committee. Uses proper lifting and body mechanics while performing job duties. Personal Skills and Traits Desired/Physical Requirements/Working Conditions Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language. Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work. Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action. Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public. Must have patience, tact, and willingness to deal with difficult residents, family and staff. Must be able to relay information concerning a resident's condition. Must not pose a threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace. Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday. Meets general health requirements according to facility policy, including medical and physical exams and checking immunity status to various infectious diseases. Ability to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary. Ability to assist in evacuation of residents during emergency situations. Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting and perform other common physical movements as needed for the position. May be subject to falls, burns from equipment, and/or odors throughout the day; encounter reactions from dust, tobacco smoke, disinfectants, and other air contaminants. Subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases and/or conditions which include AIDS, Coronavirus, Hepatitis B, and Tuberculosis. May be subject to hostile or emotional residents, family members, visitors or personnel. Positive interpersonal relationship skills, including with persons of all ages and cultures. Ability to walk, stand, sit, bend, and stoop for extended periods. Dexterity of hands and fingers to perform resident care. Ability to lift, move, push or pull a minimum of 35 pounds. May work beyond assigned working hours, including weekends and holidays, when necessary. Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 40-pounds to a minimum height of 3 feet and able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 4 feet. Reasonable Accommodation Statement Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and civil rights laws, it is the policy of Ryders Health Management to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources department. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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