Special Projects Technician Floor & Window Care Part Time Chicago, IL

Slate
Chicago, IL

Slate is a professional and trusted commercial cleaning company dedicated to maintaining clean, safe, and inviting spaces for our clients. Known for reliability, attention to detail, and seamless digital communication, we serve a variety of commercial sites with high standards and flexibility.

Slate es una empresa de limpieza comercial profesional y confiable, comprometida con mantener espacios limpios, seguros y acogedores para nuestros clientes. Reconocida por su fiabilidad, atención al detalle y comunicación digital fluida, atendemos una amplia variedad de espacios comerciales con elevados estándares y flexibilidad.

Position Overview

The Special Projects Technician is responsible for performing specialized cleaning tasks, with a focus on professional floor care and window cleaning for commercial and high-end retail environments. This role ensures floors, glass surfaces, and specialty areas are maintained to the highest quality standards, following proper techniques, safety protocols, and manufacturer recommendations. The technician will also support other special projects assigned, delivering exceptional service and attention to detail.

El Técnico de Proyectos Especiales es responsable de realizar tareas especializadas de limpieza, con un enfoque en el cuidado profesional de pisos y la limpieza de ventanas en entornos comerciales y de venta minorista de alto nivel. Este puesto garantiza que los pisos, superficies de vidrio y áreas especiales se mantengan bajo los más altos estándares de calidad, siguiendo las técnicas adecuadas, los protocolos de seguridad y las recomendaciones de los fabricantes. El técnico también apoyará otros proyectos especiales asignados, brindando un servicio excepcional y gran atención al detalle.

Responsibilities

1. Floor Care

  • Perform floor cleaning, stripping, waxing, polishing, and buffing using appropriate equipment and chemicals.
  • Conduct deep cleaning and restoration for hard floors, stone, marble, and specialty surfaces.
  • Apply protective finishes and sealants as required.
  • Follow all manufacturer guidelines for chemical use and equipment operation.

2. Window Cleaning

  • Clean interior and exterior glass, mirrors, and specialty glass surfaces for monthly or scheduled services.
  • Use professional window cleaning tools and techniques to ensure a streak-free, spotless finish.
  • Perform work at various heights using ladders or other approved equipment, following all safety protocols.

3. Special Projects & Additional Services

  • Assist with specialty cleaning projects such as pressure washing, carpet extraction, or post-construction clean-up when assigned.
  • Respond to client requests for specialty cleaning needs outside of regular maintenance schedules.

4. Equipment & Safety

  • Operate, maintain, and clean all equipment after every use.
  • Inspect tools and equipment before each job to ensure they are in proper working order.
  • Follow all company safety procedures, including the use of PPE and safe ladder practices.

5. Communication & Quality Control

  • Coordinate with management or clients to confirm the scope of work and timelines for each project.
  • Document completed work with notes and photos when required.
  • Report any issues, damage, or areas needing attention.

1. Cuidado de Pisos

  • Realizar limpieza de pisos, decapado, encerado, pulido y abrillantado utilizando el equipo y los productos químicos adecuados.
  • Llevar a cabo limpieza profunda y restauración de pisos duros, piedra, mármol y superficies especiales.
  • Aplicar acabados protectores y selladores según sea necesario.
  • Seguir todas las indicaciones del fabricante para el uso de químicos y la operación del equipo.

2. Limpieza de Ventanas

  • Limpiar vidrios interiores y exteriores, espejos y superficies de vidrio especiales para servicios mensuales o programados.
  • Utilizar herramientas y técnicas profesionales de limpieza de ventanas para garantizar un acabado impecable y sin rayas.
  • Realizar trabajos a diferentes alturas utilizando escaleras u otro equipo aprobado, siguiendo todos los protocolos de seguridad.

3. Proyectos Especiales y Servicios Adicionales

  • Apoyar en proyectos de limpieza especializados como lavado a presión, extracción de alfombras o limpieza posterior a la construcción, cuando se le asigne.
  • Atender solicitudes de clientes para necesidades de limpieza especial fuera de los programas de mantenimiento regular.

4 . Equipos y Seguridad

  • Operar, mantener y limpiar todo el equipo después de cada uso.
  • Inspeccionar herramientas y equipos antes de cada trabajo para asegurar que estén en condiciones adecuadas de funcionamiento.
  • Seguir todos los procedimientos de seguridad de la empresa, incluyendo el uso de EPP y prácticas seguras con escaleras.

5. Comunicación y Control de Calidad

  • Coordinar con la gerencia o los clientes para confirmar el alcance del trabajo y los plazos de cada proyecto.
  • Documentar el trabajo realizado con notas y fotografías cuando sea requerido.
  • Reportar cualquier problema, daño o áreas que requieran atención.

Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years of experience as a floor care technician and/or professional window cleaner.
  • Knowledge of floor care equipment (buffers, burnishers, scrubbers) and window cleaning tools.
  • Understanding of cleaning chemicals, safety data sheets, and proper dilution ratios.
  • Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
  • Strong attention to detail and quality standards.
  • Ability to stand, bend, kneel, and lift to 50 lbs. for extended periods.
  • Comfortable working at heights and using ladders
  • Tolerance for working in varying weather conditions for exterior projects.

Requisitos

  • Mínimo de 2 años de experiencia como técnico en cuidado de pisos y/o limpiador profesional de ventanas.
  • Conocimiento en equipos de cuidado de pisos (abrillantadoras, pulidoras, fregadoras) y herramientas de limpieza de ventanas.
  • Comprensión de productos químicos de limpieza, hojas de seguridad (SDS) y proporciones correctas de dilución.
  • Capacidad para trabajar de forma independiente y administrar el tiempo de manera eficaz.
  • Gran atención al detalle y altos estándares de calidad.
  • Capacidad para estar de pie, agacharse, arrodillarse y levantar hasta 50 libras durante períodos prolongados.
  • Comodidad trabajando en alturas y utilizando escaleras.
  • Tolerancia para trabajar en diversas condiciones climáticas en proyectos exteriores.

Benefits

  • Competitive hourly pay (depending on location and experience).
  • A flexible role that fits your schedule—perfect as a side gig or supplemental income.
  • Short, focused shifts—ideal for efficient work without burnout
  • Salario competitivo por hora (según la ubicación y la experiencia).
  • Un rol flexible que se adapta a tu horario — perfecto como trabajo complementario o ingreso adicional.
  • Turnos breves y concentrados — ideal para trabajar de manera eficiente sin agotamiento.
Posted 2025-11-12

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