What are the responsibilities and job description for the TUNNEL OPERATOR-FT position at Jefferson Regional Med Ctr?
What You Should Know About the Tunnel Operator:
- Sunday-Saturday: Typical hours 4:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
- This position is based within Jefferson Regional Laundry and Linen Department
Job Summary:
The Tunnel Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining the tunnel washing system to ensure the efficient and hygienic cleaning of hospital linens, uniforms, and other washable materials. This role plays a vital part in maintaining cleanliness and infection control within the hospital by delivering clean, sanitized linens for patient care and hospital operations.
Tunnel Operator Qualifications:
- High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
- This is a safety sensitive position.*
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Minimum Requirements:
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work well under pressure and in a fast paced environment
- Strong attention to detail to ensure quality and cleanliness of linens
- Ability to lift and move heavy laundry loads and work in a physically demanding environment
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Preferred Requirements:
- Previous experience in a laundry or linen service setting preferred, especially in a healthcare or hospitality environment
- Basic mechanical skills for operating and troubleshooting laundry equipment
Benefits & Perks: your health and happiness matters! We offer:
- Competitive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Short- & Long-Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Matching Retirement Plans
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Career growth
- And much, much, more!
Jefferson Regional complies with applicable Federal Civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.
- Safety Sensitive Position Definition: The essential duties of the job require the employee to work in a constant state of alertness in a safe manner. A lapse in attention to detail may constitute a threat to health or safety resulting in injury, illness, or death. This position prohibits the current use of any illegal drugs.
