Carpet and Floor Care Technician

Posting Number: req26170

Department: Facilities Mgmt-Custodial

Location: Tucson Campus

Address: Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

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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Duties & Responsibilities

• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• 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.).

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40

Job FTE: 1.0

Work Calendar: Fiscal

Job Category: Facilities, Grounds and Infrastructure

Benefits Eligible: Yes – Full Benefits

Rate of Pay: $18.15 – $22.69

Compensation Type: hourly rate

Grade

4

Compensation Guidance

The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.

Career Stream and Level

OC2

Job Family

Facilities Mgmt & Services

Job Function

Facil, Grounds, & Infra

Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies: 1

Contact Information for Candidates

HR-UFSPlanning@arizona.edu

Open Until Filled: Yes

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume and Cover Letter

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In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
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