Utility and Project Technician

INSIGHT Surgical Hospital•Chicago, IL

47d•Onsite

About The Position

The Utility and Project Technician is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment throughout the facility. This multifaceted role includes general housekeeping, floor care, laundry services, and special project tasks to support infection prevention and operational readiness. The position supports all facility zones—patient care areas, public spaces, and support areas—in accordance with federal, state, and facility guidelines.

Requirements

Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
Ability to follow directions and work independently
Always seeking a safe environment; safety always comes first
Manual dexterity and motor coordination for operating tools and equipment
Willingness to perform repetitive tasks and respond to changing needs
Must be free from communicable diseases and able to meet physical demands of the role

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
One (1) year of experience in housekeeping, floor care, or laundry services in a healthcare or similar setting preferred
General understanding of infection prevention and environmental safety standards

Responsibilities

Provide special project support and work effort across the Environment of Care, including environmental cleaning, infection prevention, linen/laundry management, and targeted floor care in response to departmental or operational requests.
Perform daily cleaning and sanitation tasks as assigned, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and disinfecting.
Clean and disinfect patient rooms, restrooms, clinical areas, offices, and public spaces according to infection prevention protocols.
Conduct floor care duties such as stripping, waxing, buffing, and burnishing, following routine maintenance schedules.
Operate laundry equipment to process linens; collect, sort, weigh, fold, hang, and distribute laundry.
Clean and replace privacy curtains throughout the facility on a regular rotation.
Safely use ladders for high-reach cleaning and curtain replacement (up to 15’-0” in height).
Manage waste disposal, including regulated and hazardous medical waste, ensuring compliance with safety and infection control standards.
Monitor inventory and supplies for cleaning, laundry, and floor care tasks; report equipment issues promptly.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of carts, closets, and workstations.
Participate in ongoing safety, fire, and emergency preparedness training and drills.
Adhere to all facility safety policies, procedures, and regulations.
Perform other departmental duties as assigned by the Environmental Services Manager or designee.