Floor Technician/Janitor
Location: Pawleys Island
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
At The Lakes at Litchfield, we are proud to be recognized as a
Great Place to Work®, and we believe that our success begins with
one simple principle: People First. We are a luxury senior living
company that is driven by compassion, respect, and the dedication
to making every interaction meaningful. Our culture fosters growth,
teamwork, and a genuine commitment to enriching the lives of our
residents & our team members. If you're passionate about providing
exceptional care in an environment where you’re valued and
supported, we invite you to be part of a company that truly puts
people at the heart of everything we do. Come join us and be a part
of something extraordinary! Now accepting applications for a FT
Janitor/Floor Technician . Some weekends required. This position
assists maintenance and housekeeping in preventative maintenance
for the flooring at our community. POSITION SUMMARY: Floor
Technician assists maintenance and housekeeping personnel in the
preventative maintenance programs for the flooring at the campus.
Responsibilities will include the completion of all assigned work
orders and floor cleaning or repair projects under the supervision
of the Housekeeping Supervisor or Director of Facility Services.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Represents the campus in a positive manner
while creating an environment that fosters respect and courtesy for
residents and employees alike. Works within the campus programs to
encourage and promote safety and the well-being of all residents
and employees. • Upholds the campus’ Mission Statement. • Maintains
HIPAA standards and regards all medical or healthcare information
pertaining to residents and employees as confidential. • Cleans and
sanitizes all flooring throughout the campus. • Repairs damaged
areas of flooring which includes but is not limited to tile,
hardwood, concrete, carpet, and linoleum. • Cleans, services and
repairs janitorial equipment. • Dispenses soap, paper products and
janitorial supplies to appropriate departments or areas. •
Completes assigned tasks involving the refurbishment of rooms,
apartments, common areas, utility spaces, and houses to “like new”
status. • Notifies Housekeeping Supervisor (or Director of Facility
Services) of supply shortages, supply problems, chemical leaks,
defective equipment, building damage, asset damage, etc. • Performs
other assigned preventative maintenance tasks which includes but is
not limited to the cleaning and repair of baseboards, carpet base,
trim, doors, windows, shower stalls, sinks, equipment, sidewalks,
entrances, mats, countertops, cabinets, and furniture. • Travels
occasionally for training sessions, continuing education
opportunities, emergency situations, and other company functions. •
Responsible for knowledge of fire and safety procedures including
those involving bloodborne pathogens. • Remains in proper uniform
at all times and maintains a high standard of appearance. •
Completes all work orders in a timely manner. • Maintains excellent
resident and employee relations. • Attends employee in-services as
required as well as other janitorial education programs. • Is
available for on-call situations on a regular rotating and
emergency basis. • Accepts other duties as required by the Director
of Facility Services or Housekeeping Supervisor. • Other duties as
assigned. COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, an
individual should demonstrate the following competencies: •
Technical Skills – Individual must demonstrate current and ongoing
competence in tasks assigned which indicates a specialized skill in
this area above and beyond the average. • Communication –
Demonstrates an ability to effectively and regularly transfer
information to necessary parties to improve the quality of her work
and to provide her supervisor with actionable, accurate data. •
Initiative – Is self-motivated and personally competitive. Wants to
achieve for the good of the Company and her team. Seeks additional
work when they have capacity. Demonstrates an ability and desire to
bring new ideas and solutions to their supervisor on an ongoing
basis. • Flexibility – The ability to quickly adapt to changing
conditions. The ability to navigate obstacles with ease and
professionalism. • Interpersonal Skills – Focuses on solving
conflict, not blaming; listens to others without interrupting;
keeps emotions under control; remains open to ideas and tries new
things • Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities;
encourages others and asks for help when needed. Exhibits patience
and compassion. • Professionalism – Ensures product is delivered on
time and is of the highest quality. Assumes responsibility for
mistakes. Presents themselves in a manner which enhances the brand
image. Understands that no information is truly private and
conducts online or social networking activities accordingly. •
Ethics – Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires
the trust of others; works ethically and with integrity; upholds
the Company’s Guiding Principles: o People First, Always o We Exist
to Serve our Members o We Have a Responsibility to be Full Physical
Demands, Work Environment, and Expected Hours of Work: The physical
demands described here are representative of those that must be met
by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of
this job. • Individual is often required to stand, walk, sit, use
fine and gross motor skills, reach with hands and arms, balance,
stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and/or smell. • An individual
must have the reading ability at the level to comprehend care
notes. An individual in this position will be required to lift or
carry weight in up to 100 lbs. • May be exposed to moderate to loud
noise. • Regularly exposed to moving machinery like vacuums,
buffing machines, floor sweepers. • Frequently exposed to fumes or
airborne particles and chemicals related to cleaning supplies.
TRAVEL: No travel is expected although occasional travel may be
required for training sessions, continuing education opportunities,
emergency situations, and other company functions. EDUCATION AND
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: • Technical training in mechanics,
electrical, plumbing or HVAC desired. • Technical training in
janitorial activities desired. • Janitorial or maintenance
experience required. • 2 years’ experience in a similar janitorial
position desired. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: •
Ability to read, write, speak and understand English fluently. •
Ability to meet or exceed the company’s attendance and punctuality
standards. • Ability to use vacuums, buffing machines, floor
sweepers, mops, brooms, wet and dry carpet extractors, hand tools,
carts and dollies. • Ability to understand and follow directions as
given. • Ability to work with minimal supervision. • Work indoors
during the work day (fluorescent lights, HVAC system, carpeted
flooring, normal machinery and office noise levels). • Climb up to
two flights of stairs. • Lift objects of 35 pounds or less over the
head. • Move objects of 100 pounds or more. • Ability to work under
time-sensitive or stressful situations. • Respond to medical
emergencies on a rare occasion. • Assist with resident evacuations,
if ever required.
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