Utility Technician (Full Time / Evenings)

Texas Health Resources•Dallas, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Utility Technician (Full-Time / Evenings) plays a crucial role in maintaining a clean and safe environment within Texas Health Dallas. This position involves the transportation of various waste materials, linens, and supplies, as well as assisting with furniture and equipment setup for events. The role requires adherence to strict safety and infection control protocols, ensuring the well-being of patients, staff, and visitors. This is a full-time position with evening shifts and requires flexibility to work rotating weekends.

Requirements

H.S. Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
6 months of Utility Tech or Warehouse experience preferred.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Capable of working independently, setting priorities, and being flexible in assignments.
Able to work around housekeeping chemicals.
Full range of motion and ability to lift 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

Transports trash, bio-hazard waste, material for recycling and/or soiled linen from collection points to designated disposal or holding points.
Ensure the safe, timely, courteous transportation of linen as scheduled.
Follows safety and infection control practices when: handling and disposing of regular and medical waste; practicing proper hand hygiene techniques; demonstrating use of proper PPE when handling or transporting waste; using standard and isolation precautions as required.
Moves furniture, files, and other items. Sets tables, chairs, and equipment up for a variety of functions.
Adhere to all departmental and corporate policies, procedures, and guidelines.