Job TitleFloor TechnicianRequisition NumberRE50539Working TitleDepartment Name3CP02:Phys Plt-Custodial ServicesWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level40Salary Range$15.30-24.50/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education
HS
Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience
2 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to and possibly over 50lbs;Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs; Repetitive motion.
Work is performed in assigned zone locations and employee may occasionally be exposed to elements, weather, and other non-office or inside building type conditions
Shift
Evening or night shift work schedule:
9:30pm – 6:00am; (Monday-Friday)
Hours of work may vary dependent upon situational factors and may include some day(s), weekend(s), and holiday(s) response.
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Custodial Services Manager and Custodial Superintendents, the Floor Technician demonstrates expertise in making floors look pristine and contributes to the overall maintenance and appeal of the UK Campus Buildings, Labs, Classrooms, etc., which requires: Stripping, waxing, and burnishing floors with minimal to no assistance; Operating various types and pieces of equipment necessary to effectively perform job functions relating to buffing; extracting; wet and dry vacuuming; pressure washing; scrubbing; etc., and Maintaining floor care equipment. In addition, the Floor Technician performs routine mopping (dry and damp), scrubbing, shining, buffing and burnishing on hard surface floors and stairwells; Vacuuming, shampooing, bonneting, and extracting carpets, stairwells, and upholstery; Moving large furniture and objects; and presenting a clean environment to faculty, students, staff and visitors.
Multiple positions available. Review of applications will begin immediately, and applications will be accepted until the deadline date or until all positions are filled which could be prior to deadline date listed.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
MS Windows / Outlook; KRONOS
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experience
High School + 2 Years
Driver’s License – Preferred
Deadline to Apply07/06/2025Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
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Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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