Linen Distribution Technician
Location: Elgin, IL
Job Type: Full Time
Company: Core Linen Services
Job Description Apply Now
The Linen Distribution Technician plays a vital role in maintaining high standards of cleanliness and efficiency within healthcare environments. In this full-time position located at Advocate Sherman in Elgin, IL, the Linen Distribution Technician ensures that hospital departments are consistently supplied with clean linens and that soiled linens are promptly and safely removed. This role is essential for the seamless operation of clinical and non-clinical areas, directly impacting both patient care and staff efficiency. As a Linen Distribution Technician, you will operate linen room functions, distribute clean linen throughout the facility as scheduled, and ensure that all procedures adhere to infection control protocols and hospital standards.
Working as a Linen Distribution Technician in Elgin, IL, you will benefit from being part of a collaborative and supportive healthcare team in a respected facility. This full-time position offers a stable schedule and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to patient care outcomes. If you have a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and are dedicated to maintaining a clean, organized environment, this role is an excellent fit for your skills. The position requires adherence to safety regulations, including the annual flu shot, to ensure the health and safety of everyone within the facility.
Linen Distribution Technician - Summary- Oversees the daily operations of linen distribution and collection in a healthcare setting.
- Supports hospital staff by ensuring timely delivery and removal of linen throughout all departments.
- Maintains a clean and organized linen room in accordance with health and safety standards.
- Adheres to strict infection control protocols and hospital policies.
- Deliver clean linen to all designated hospital departments according to a set schedule.
- Collect soiled linen carts from all floors, especially during the second shift.
- Take and accurately fill linen orders from hospital staff, ensuring prompt service.
- Ensure all exchange carts are consistently delivered to the correct floors to meet operational needs.
- Confirm that all soiled linens are collected and transported to the receiving dock for processing.
- Monitor the fullness of soiled carts and consolidate as necessary to maintain workflow efficiency.
- Report any issues, shortages, or concerns promptly to the supervisor to ensure smooth operations.
- Maintain an organized, neat linen room by building carts to standard par levels and cleaning as needed.
- Sweep, mop, and pick up in the linen room to uphold cleanliness standards.
- Stage and align carts for efficient distribution and collection.
- Perform additional related duties as assigned to support team operations.
- Competitive hourly pay of $18 per hour.
- Full-time employment providing consistent work hours.
- Opportunities for skill development and cross-training within the hospital's support services.
- Eligibility for health and safety benefits, including annual flu vaccination.
- Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds and push or pull wheeled carts weighing up to 650 pounds.
- Strong ability to count and record inventory of linen and terry items accurately.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and a commitment to outstanding customer service.
- Demonstrated capacity to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
- Compliance with health and safety requirements, including the annual flu shot.
- Reliable and punctual with a strong sense of responsibility for cleanliness and order.
- Detail-oriented and proactive in identifying and addressing issues before they escalate.
- Works well independently and as part of a team, communicating clearly with supervisors and colleagues.
- Physical stamina and endurance to handle the demands of lifting, moving, and transporting linen carts.
- Adaptable to changing schedules and able to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
- This position is essential for ensuring a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
- There is significant room for growth within hospital support services for motivated team members.
- Employment at Advocate Sherman offers the opportunity to work in a diverse, inclusive environment that values teamwork and quality service.
- Applicants must be able to fulfill all physical and safety requirements as outlined in the job description.
- To apply for the Linen Distribution Technician position, please click the job application button and submit your application online today. Join a team dedicated to making a positive impact every day.
Advocate Sherman is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.