ChristianaCare is seeking a reliable and safety‑focused Service Assistant III – Tram Driver to support linen distribution for the Christiana Hospital campus. This role is essential to maintaining the smooth flow of clean and soiled textiles throughout the hospital and ensuring our clinical teams have what they need to provide exceptional patient care.

Christiana Hospital – Newark Campus
Shift: 10:00 PM – 6:30 AM
Requirements: Every Other Weekend & Holidays

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

Safely operate tram equipment to transport textile carts throughout the hospital.
Identify, select, and deliver carts to designated locations while following safety guidelines.
Move soiled linen bags into carts from the linen chute and prepare carts for exchange.
Complete the tram safety checklist at the start of each shift.
Maintain equipment integrity and promptly report maintenance needs.
Demonstrate ChristianaCare’s values of Excellence and Love in all interactions.
Provide friendly, customer‑focused service when interacting with staff, patients, and visitors.
Adhere to departmental safety rules and report hazards promptly.

Education & Experience

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Six months of tram or forklift experience preferred, but not required

Requirements

Valid driver’s license
Ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally
Ability to work safely in a fast‑paced environment
Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
Must pass physical exam (drug-free; able to see, hear, speak, and ambulate)
Completion of in‑house Tram Operator Certification (training provided)

Working Conditions

Exposure to soiled linen and laundry
Exposure to moving mechanical equipment
Frequent interaction with nursing staff, patients, visitors, and Textiles team

Why ChristianaCare?

We offer a comprehensive benefits package guided by our values of Love and Excellence, including:

Full medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
403(b) retirement plan
Generous paid time off
Annual membership to Care.com
Fitness and wellness reimbursement
Tuition reimbursement and career development opportunities
Discounts on hotels, rental cars, theme parks, entertainment & more

This position has a starting rate of $18.08 per hour, regardless of prior experience. After six months of continuous employment, the hourly rate will automatically increase to $21.15 per hour. After one year of continuous employment, the hourly rate will automatically increase to $22.18 per hour.This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare’s good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Post End Date

Mar 3, 2026

EEO Posting Statement

ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, an employee assistance program. To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visit https://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/

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