Utility and Project Technician

Insight Health Systems; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Insight Health Systems is seeking a Utility and Project Technician responsible for maintaining cleanliness across the facility. This role involves general housekeeping, laundry services, and special projects, adhering to infection prevention standards.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and experience in a healthcare setting. The position requires flexibility with hours, including weekends and holidays. Candidates should be detail-oriented and committed to safety.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• One year of experience in housekeeping or laundry services preferred.
• General understanding of infection prevention and environmental safety.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and sanitary environment throughout the facility.
• Perform daily cleaning and sanitation tasks including mopping and disinfecting.
• Operate laundry equipment for processing linens.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service orientation

Knowledge of infection prevention

Dependability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Utility and Project Technician

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.

Essential Functions

• 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.

Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Customer service-oriented with a professional demeanor
• Knowledge of infection prevention and environmental services best practices
• Ability to operate cleaning and laundry equipment efficiently and safely
• Dependability, adaptability, and initiative in completing assignments

Work Environment

This position requires lifting up to 40 pounds and involves continuous movement including standing, walking, bending, stooping, and climbing ladders. Work is performed throughout the facility and may involve exposure to cleaning chemicals, biohazards, infectious materials, and varying environmental conditions. Shifts may include weekends and holidays, as required by operational needs.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Frequent reaching, bending, lifting, carrying, and climbing
• Use of ladders and ability to safely perform overhead tasks such as curtain replacement, ceiling tile cleaning/replacement, cleaning of air vents, and/or similar environmental cleaning requirements
• Capacity to lift and/or carry up to 40 pounds regularly

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work

Hourly position with flexible scheduling to include day, evening, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Required Education and Experience

• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
• 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

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• 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

AAP/EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.