SUMMARY
Drives truck to transport materials to and from hospitals.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
· Deliver clean linen to hospitals, pick up soil linen and return it to the plant according to assigned schedule
· Assist shipping clerk by weighing linen carts until the hospital load is ready
· Load truck and check manifest for proper number of carts
· Keep cab and box clean
· Comply with DOT regulations
· Validate load by utilizing load sheets and checking the cart bar codes
· Report any issues to supervisor, including carts of soil left at hospital, mechanical issues, etc.
· Log into telemetry (GPS) system in the truck after starting truck
· Wears UHS approved uniform
· Uses proper PPE when handling soiled linen
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Must be able to speak, read, and write in English. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before small groups.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Possession of valid operator’s license.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift up to 50 pounds and/or regularly push carts up to 700 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Must be able to wear steel toed shoes.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Driving: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
