Linen Distribution Technician
Location: Elgin, IL
Job Type: Full Time
Company: Core Linen Services
Job Description Apply Now
The Linen Distribution Technician plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of linen services within healthcare facilities. As a key member of the environmental services team, this full-time position is responsible for managing linen room functions and distributing clean linen throughout the hospital according to scheduled needs. The Linen Distribution Technician supports hospital operations by maintaining high standards of cleanliness, organization, and inventory control, contributing to a safe and comfortable environment for patients and staff.
Based at Advocate Sherman, this role requires attention to detail, effective communication with hospital staff, and adherence to established protocols for handling and distributing linen. The Linen Distribution Technician is expected to deliver clean linen to various departments, collect soiled carts, fill staff orders, and ensure that all linen exchange carts are maintained to standard par levels. Additionally, this position is responsible for performing general cleaning duties within the linen room, ensuring a neat and organized workspace at all times.
The ideal candidate for the Linen Distribution Technician role demonstrates strong problem-solving abilities, excellent customer service skills, and the physical capability to handle the demands of the position. The ability to lift up to 50 pounds, push or pull carts weighing up to 650 pounds, and accurately count and record linen inventory is essential. Working in a fast-paced healthcare environment, the Linen Distribution Technician must be reliable, detail-oriented, and able to respond quickly to changing needs and priorities.
As part of the commitment to patient and staff safety, the Linen Distribution Technician is required to receive an annual flu shot. This ensures compliance with healthcare facility policies and supports the overall health and well-being of the team and the patients served. The role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to hospital operations and provides a pathway for career growth within environmental or facility services.
Linen Distribution Technician - Summary- Responsible for the distribution and management of linen services throughout the healthcare facility.
- Supports hospital operations by ensuring timely delivery and collection of linen.
- Maintains organization and cleanliness within the linen room.
- Adheres to facility protocols and safety requirements, including annual flu shot.
- Deliver clean linen to different hospital departments according to scheduled routes.
- Collect soiled linen carts from all floors, especially during second shifts.
- Take and fill linen orders requested by hospital staff efficiently and accurately.
- Ensure all exchange carts are delivered and maintained to standard par levels.
- Ensure all soiled linen is picked up and transported to the receiving dock.
- Consolidate soiled carts as needed to maximize efficiency.
- Report any issues or concerns to the supervisor promptly.
- Maintain a neat, organized linen room and perform cleaning tasks such as sweeping, mopping, and picking up as necessary.
- Align and stage linen carts for distribution.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.
- Competitive hourly pay rate.
- Full-time employment with consistent scheduling.
- Eligibility for healthcare facility benefits (details provided during interview process).
- Annual flu shot required for employee health and safety.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and push/pull wheeled carts weighing up to 650 pounds.
- Strong counting and inventory recording skills.
- Excellent problem-solving and customer service abilities.
- Capable of working in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
- Attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Annual flu vaccination required for employment.
- Dependable and punctual with a strong work ethic.
- Excellent communicator who can interact with hospital staff professionally.
- Physically capable of handling lifting and cart movement throughout shifts.
- Organized, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize tasks effectively.
- Demonstrates commitment to maintaining a clean, safe, and supportive environment.
- This Linen Distribution Technician opportunity is based at a respected healthcare facility, providing an essential service that directly impacts patient care quality.
- Working in Elgin offers access to a welcoming community and the chance to be part of a dedicated hospital team.
- Career growth opportunities may be available within environmental and facility services for motivated and high-performing individuals.
- Applicants are encouraged to apply now by clicking the job application button to take the next step in their healthcare support career.