Floorcare Specialist

BASIC FUNCTION: 
 
Under the direction of the Director of Facilities, performs a variety of maintenance functions including, but not limited to, floor care, minor repairs and other work of a semi-skilled nature. 
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Reliable, prompt attendance. 
• Responsible for cleaning assigned areas which include floor care, vacuuming, dusting, mopping, straightening, emptying garbage, sanitizing, etc. 
• Responsible for floor and carpet cleaning and maintenance, furniture cleaning and maintenance, utilizing supplies and equipment in skillful, efficient manner. 
• Replaces light bulbs, clean vents, fills towel and tissue dispensers, etc. 
• Performs a variety of tasks as assigned which may require the manual use of tools. 
• Keeps facility walkways in safe, useful condition, plowing, shoveling, and applying de-icers as needed. 
• Helps load/unload furniture, supplies, and equipment as needed.  Assists in special maintenance projects as assigned by supervisor. 
• Organizes and correctly utilizes all cleaning and maintenance supplies. 
• Monitors product and equipment use. Reports inventory and any changes to supervisor. 
• Maintains work area in clean, orderly fashion. 
• Functions in cooperative, courteous manner with other departments at all times; all concerns are to be brought to the attention of the supervisor. 
• Responds to staffing re-adjustments and adapts to varying assignments. 
• Will be on weekend/after hours coverage as needed and/or assigned. 
• In compliance with Milestone, Inc.’s philosophy and policies regarding Human Rights, immediately intervenes in behalf of the individual(s) served and reports to the appropriate agency (OIG, DCFS, IDPH) and/or supervisor. 
• Performs other duties as assigned or directed. 
• Handles seasonal needs in grounds care and maintenance, including mowing, trimming, weeding and watering if required.  Can operate, clean, and assist in maintenance of equipment. 
   

QUALIFICATIONS 
 

• High School Diploma or GED. 
• Minimum age of 18 years old. 
• Minimum of six months housekeeping/light maintenance experience. 
• Valid driver’s license/good driving record when specified. 
• No weight restrictions.