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Prime Healthcare

Floor Tech - Housekeeping

Chino, CA

$23/hr

Complete assigned projects (Stripping/ waxing / refinishing of hard surface Flooring, Carpet Extracting / Bonnet Buffing, Restorative scrub Ceramic tile). Work individually and also in a team ...

MB Healthcare

Floor Technician/Porter

Lawrenceville, NJ · On-site

$15.75 - $19.25/hr

Buffing floors Cleaning wheelchairs Stripping and waxing floors Experience in these tasks required We offer competitive pay and a great work environment * Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance

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Houseman

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$26.48/hr

Description Candidate must be able to clean various areas with use of brooms, push brooms, mop and ringer bucket, vacuuming, shampoo machines, use of high-speed buffing floor machines, floor ...

GDI Services Inc US

Floor Tech

Houston, TX · On-site

$15/hr

If you have experience with waxing or buffing, please apply. Duties include: * Stripping, waxing and buffing floors * General carpet cleaning and extraction * Other cleaning duties as needed ...

GDI Services Inc US

Floor Tech

Houston, TX · On-site

$15/hr

If you have experience with waxing or buffing, please apply. Duties include: * Stripping, waxing and buffing floors * General carpet cleaning and extraction * Other cleaning duties as needed ...

Newbold Services LLC

Floor Tech

Durham, NC · On-site

$17/hr

If you have experience with waxing or buffing, please apply. Pay Rate: $17.00 per hour WEEKLY PAY ... Stripping, waxing and buffing floors * General carpet cleaning and extraction * Other cleaning ...

GDI Services Inc US

Floor Tech

Houston, TX

$14/hr

If you have experience with waxing or buffing, please apply. Job Duties include: * Stripping, waxing and buffing floors * General carpet cleaning and extraction * Other cleaning duties as needed ...

GDI Services Inc US

Floor Tech

Houston, TX · On-site

$14/hr

If you have experience with waxing or buffing, please apply. Job Duties include: * Stripping, waxing and buffing floors * General carpet cleaning and extraction * Other cleaning duties as needed ...

GDI Integrated Facility Services

Floor Tech

Houston, TX · On-site

$13.75 - $16.75/hr

If you have experience with waxing or buffing, please apply. Duties include: * Stripping, waxing and buffing floors * General carpet cleaning and extraction * Other cleaning duties as needed ...

Newbold Services LLC

Floor Tech

Durham, NC · On-site

$17/hr

If you have experience with waxing or buffing, please apply. Pay Rate: $17.00 per hour WEEKLY PAY ... Stripping, waxing and buffing floors * General carpet cleaning and extraction * Other cleaning ...

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How much do buffing floor jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for buffing floor in the United States is $16.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $17.55 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a buffing floor?

A Buffing Floor job involves cleaning, polishing, and maintaining floors using specialized buffing machines. Workers in this role remove scuffs, enhance floor shine, and apply protective coatings to keep surfaces in excellent condition. It requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and knowledge of different floor types and finishes. Buffing is common in commercial buildings, hospitals, schools, and other high-traffic areas to maintain cleanliness and appearance.

What does a buffing floor operator do?

A typical day as a Buffing Floor operator involves preparing work areas, setting up and maintaining buffing equipment, and cleaning and polishing different types of flooring according to set schedules. You may work independently or collaborate with a custodial team, often coordinating with supervisors or facility managers to prioritize high-traffic areas. Physical stamina is important, as the role involves standing, walking, and operating machinery for extended periods. The job sometimes requires flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, or weekends depending on facility needs. Consistent attention to detail ensures a clean, safe, and appealing environment for all building occupants.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the buffing floor position?

To excel as a Buffing Floor worker, you need strong manual dexterity, attention to detail, and basic knowledge of floor care techniques, often with a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with floor buffing machines, cleaning solutions, and safety procedures is typically required, with on-the-job training sometimes provided. Dependability, time management, and effective communication stand out as valuable soft skills in this position. These attributes ensure floors are maintained to high standards, safety protocols are followed, and tasks are completed efficiently as part of a team.

How can I buff my floors?

A buffing floor professional uses a floor buffer or polisher to restore shine and smoothness to hard surface floors. They typically start by cleaning the floor thoroughly, then operate the machine with appropriate pads and solutions to achieve a polished finish, ensuring safety and proper technique throughout the process.
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Infographic showing various Buffing Floor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 63% Full Time, 34% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,984 per year, or $16.3 per hour.

Floor Tech - Housekeeping

Chino Valley Medical Center

Chino, CA • On-site

$23/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Maintain cleanliness within the hospital and adjacent buildings by performing tasks such as floor scrubbing, stripping, refinishing, carpet extraction, and upholstery cleaning.

  • Complete assigned projects related to flooring and carpet maintenance, including stripping, waxing, buffing, and spot cleaning carpets.

  • Operate and maintain cleaning equipment, ensure safety protocols are followed, and respond to communication from team members.

Job description

Overview
Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! Chino Valley Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.
Chino Valley Medical Center is a 112-bed community hospital established in 1972 and centrally located in Southern California's Chino Valley. A nine-time recipient of the Healthgrades Patient Safety Excellence Award (2014-2022), Chino Valley Medical Center has been recognized nationally for its quality, including as among the 100 Great Community Hospitals by Becker's Hospital Review in 2018 and as among the 100 Top Hospitals by IBM Watson Health. Chino Valley Medical Center is committed to serving the community's health care needs with top-rated emergency care as well as senior services, orthopedics, surgical services and more. Learn more at www.cvmc.com.
Responsibilities
The Environmental Services Floor Technician is responsible for maintaining a high level of cleanliness within the hospital and adjacent buildings, which may require traveling from one facility to another without assistance. Complete assigned projects (Stripping/ waxing / refinishing of hard surface Flooring, Carpet Extracting / Bonnet Buffing, Restorative scrub Ceramic tile). Work individually and also in a team environment, complete other tasks as assigned. Respond to and initiate communication by phone, handheld radios, pagers etc.
Under the general supervision of the EVS Director/Manager/Supervisor/Lead, duties include but are not limited to: Floor Scrubbing/stripping, refinishing, carpet shampooing, carpet extraction, cleaning floor corners/edges/baseboards, removing trash, floor buffing, floor burnishing, elevator track cleaning, other floor and carpet maintenance, Upholstery cleaning, conference room set ups, stairwell cleaning, in all assigned areas of the hospital using standard cleaning procedures and chemicals. The EVS Floor Tech will actively participate in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all, while implementing the principles of the organization
  • Performs routine cleaning of the floors on the assigned facility in a neat and sanitary manner.
  • Mops, a sweeps, scrubs, and strips floor, applies floor sealers and finishes.
  • Full vacuuming will be required in traffic areas and any visible debris on carpets.
  • Spot clean carpets as needed, utilizing extraction and bonneting methods.
  • Maintain hard floors with no build up in corners and provide dust mop.
  • Polish floor using buffing products to restore shine high gloss and uniform appearance to the traffic areas.
  • Must maintain and keep equipment clean and in good operational conditions.
  • Secures the work area with all Safety Signs.
  • Reports safety hazards as appropriate.
  • Locks and unlocks doors and windows to offices and other rooms as necessary. Turns off lights when rooms are unoccupied.
  • Works day, evening or night shift as assigned.
  • Must do work on his/her own with normal supervision.
  • Observes safety precautions at all times.
  • Perform related work as directed.
  • At the end of the shift equipment must be left clean and ready to use including cleaning materials.

Qualifications
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
  1. One (1) year of knowledge within acute care hospital environmental service techniques, practices and procedures required. Preferred two years of Floor Tech experience in a healthcare setting.
  2. High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
  3. Must be able to read, understand and communicate effectively.
  4. Ability to understand written and verbal instructions.
  5. Apply common sense understanding to follow instructions that were provided.
  6. Must be able to communicate and understand English

Pay Transparency
Chino Valley Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $23.00. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.
Employment Status
Full Time
Shift
Variable
Equal Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
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