Environmental Services Floor Technician

San Antonio, TX
Part Time to Full Time
Entry Level

Position Summary

The Environmental Services (EVS) Floor Technician is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary healthcare environment through floor care and cleaning services in assigned areas. This role performs specialized floor maintenance tasks including stripping, scrubbing, buffing, burnishing, and carpet care, while adhering to established environmental services procedures and safety protocols.

The position supports hospital infection control standards and ensures all assigned areas meet the organization’s quality and cleanliness expectations.

Key Responsibilities

Floor Care and Maintenance

  • Perform floor stripping, extraction, scrubbing, buffing, and burnishing procedures.

  • Sweep and mop tile floors using proper cleaning techniques.

  • Operate auto-scrubbers and other floor care equipment.

  • Perform carpet care including vacuuming, bonnet cleaning, and carpet extraction.

  • Apply cleaning solutions and floor finishes according to training guidelines.

  • Ensure floors are properly dried using fans when necessary.

Daily Cleaning Tasks

  • Vacuum carpeted areas.

  • Dust mop and damp mop hard floor surfaces.

  • Spot clean stains and remove debris.

  • Empty waste baskets and replace liners.

  • Maintain cleanliness of assigned work areas.

Restroom Cleaning

  • Clean sinks, toilets, mirrors, and tubs/showers inside and outside.

  • Refill restroom supplies including:

    • Toilet tissue

    • Paper towels

    • Soap dispensers

  • Damp mop restroom floors.

  • Clean walls, water pipes, and fixtures.

Weekly Detail Cleaning

  • Clean baseboards and corners.

  • Dust door frames and vents.

  • Clean edges above and below six feet.

  • Clean desks, countertops, and telephones.

  • Detail high-touch surfaces and fixtures.

Safety and Compliance

  • Place caution signs before beginning floor care tasks.

  • Handle cleaning chemicals safely including bleach, wax, disinfectants, and other approved products.

  • Follow hospital cleaning procedures and HHS training standards.

  • Respond to housekeeping pages and requests as needed.

  • Record completed work on the Area Assignment Checklist.

Additional Duties

  • Perform other tasks as assigned by the Environmental Services Director.

  • Assist with maintaining equipment and supplies.

  • Support the overall Environmental Services team in maintaining a safe patient care environment.

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to:

  • Frequently lift 0–40 pounds

  • Lift or move equipment and furniture weighing 25–100 pounds

  • Push or pull carts and equipment exceeding 100 pounds

  • Stand, walk, bend, twist, kneel, squat, and reach continuously during shifts

  • Operate cleaning equipment and machinery safely

  • Work on tile and carpeted floors for extended periods

Work Environment and Schedule

  • Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and varied shifts as required.

  • Work is performed in a healthcare facility environment including patient areas, restrooms, offices, and ancillary spaces.

Tools and Equipment Used

  • Dust mops and damp mops

  • Vacuum cleaners

  • Scrubbing pads

  • Carpet care machinery

  • Buckets and cleaning carts

  • Auto scrubbers

  • Buffing and burnishing machines

  • Putty knives and detailing tools

Minimum Qualifications

  • Ability to follow cleaning procedures and safety protocols.

  • Ability to handle cleaning chemicals safely.

  • Basic communication skills in English (reading, writing, speaking).

  • Ability to complete assigned work independently and document tasks performed.

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