The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics department of Material Services is seeking a full-time Motor Vehicle Operator II to properly and safely transport mobile case carts containing surgical instruments back and forth between off-site sterilization location and main campus, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. This position will be scheduled Monday-Friday, 1:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Duties to include:
Loads and unloads case carts.
Secures carts using nylon to prevent damage.
Communication of location and delivery status using hospital supplied cell phone both audio and text.
Drive a straight truck, with air brakes and automatic transmission, with a GVWR of 26,000 lbs. or less.
Operate a mechanical rear liftgate.
Operate loading dock doors and dock levelers.
Services vehicles, both interior and exterior, including cleaning and washing with power equipment, refueling and other minor items of vehicle maintenance as required.
Performs as a warehouse worker when not driving.
University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics-recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States-is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.®
Our goals are to:
Provide reusable and disposable products that are safe for use from an operational and epidemiological basis
Provide quality products at minimal expense and maximum process efficiencies
Encourage centralization of material management functions and accessibility that exceed expectations of staff and patients
Our four areas are: Processed Stores, Mail Services, Uniform Shop and Linen Services.
Minimum Eligibility Requirements
One year experience driving straight trucks.
Must have a valid driver's license, in good standing, equivalent to or greater than an Iowa Class D - Chauffeur Endorsement 2 (and ability to meet UI Fleeet Safety Standards).
Desirable Qualifications
At least 6 months experience working in a warehouse receiving, storing, picking, and shipping supplies.
At least 6 months experience inputting warehouse transactions into computer-based inventory tracking systems both manually and using scanners.
Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload resume (under submission relevant materials). Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization. Please contact samantha-j-miller@uiowa.edu with any questions.
