Driver​/Material Handler

Job Overview

Fairview has an immediate opening for a Driver/Material Handler at the University of MN West Bank Campus located in Minneapolis, MN.

This is a casual role, meaning there are no scheduled shifts, and this role is not eligible for benefits.

The Driver/Material Handler transports and distributes sterile product and material between the System Central Sterile Services Department (CSSD) and other Fairview entities. It transports contaminated instruments to System CSSD for decontamination. It loads and unloads transfer carts. It bar code scans instrument sets and instruments per policy.

• Ensures the delivery and receipt of CPC instrumentation, linen metalware and sterile products among the Fairview entities.
• Loads onto and unloads equipment from delivery vehicle.
• Delivers supplies and carts to designated areas within the hospitals.
• Utilizes power pallet jack for movement of heavy materials.
• Verifies materials contents against surgical case cart orders.
• Builds metalware orders.
• Coordinates and maintains routine vehicle maintenance checks, including tune‑ups, oil changes and ensuring adequate fuel.
• Submits receipts for maintenance expenses.
• Transports sterile and soiled instruments by truck and in enclosed transfer carts to assist in the prevention of contamination with bioburden.
• Follows protocol for putting away and distributing sterile instrumentation.
• Maintains conditions favorable for the storage and transportation of sterile instrumentation.
• Completes sterility check points on instruments assembled and shipped.
• Ensures proper use of vehicle as per Minnesota Department of Transportation Vehicle Policy and DOT requirements.

• Prioritization skills
• Ability to operate pallet jack
• Knowledge of proper body mechanics
• Critical thinking skills
• Interpersonal communication skills
• Annual required learning packet compliance
• Annual departmental competencies
• Knowledge of routine vehicle maintenance schedule
• Organizational skills
• Knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements
• Knowledge of sterile and contaminated material and appropriate flow processes
• Knowledge of materials being transported and how to access MSDS information
• Technical skills
• Knowledge of basic infection prevention practices relative to transportation of sterile/soiled instruments
• Driver’s license with air brakes applicable for trucks with air brakes
• Bar code scanning proficiency
• Knowledge of instrument tracking system
• Demonstrates ability to provide care or service adjusting approaches to reflect developmental level and cultural differences of population served
• Knowledge of developmental stages and age‑appropriate outcomes and interventions
• Good communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to accept cultural differences

• High School Diploma / G.E.D.
• Clean driving record
• Class B Driver's License (Truck Class B License)

• Distribution experience in a healthcare setting
• Computer skills to communicate with team and use of tracking system

Fairview offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, PTO/vacation and Safe and Sick Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement and more! Please follow this link for additional information: https://www.fairview.org/benefits/localseiu.

The posted compensation range corresponds to the minimum and maximum pay rates outlined in your union agreement for the respective job classifications at the time of job posting. An individual's pay rate within this range may be influenced by various factors, including FTE, skills, knowledge, educational background, and qualifying experience as specified in the contract. If your role is eligible for a sign‑on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

EEO/Vet/Disabled:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status.