Job Summary

The Environmental Services Lead coordinates and guides daily environmental services operations to ensure cleanliness and safety across all areas of the facility. This role acts as a working lead, performing routine and specialized cleaning tasks while assisting with training, inspections, and quality control activities.

Essential Functions:

• Assigns daily tasks to EVS staff and ensures completion per department standards.
• Performs inspections and audits of assigned areas for cleanliness and compliance.
• Acts as first point of contact for resolving routine staff or operational issues.
• Trains new staff and ensures proper use of equipment and cleaning protocols.
• Assists in scheduling and workflow adjustments based on staffing needs.
• Reports maintenance or safety issues and tracks supply inventory.
• Leads special cleaning projects, terminal cleaning, and high-risk area support.
• Maintains documentation on tasks, inspections, and performance concerns.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations:

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of infection prevention, terminal cleaning, and safety protocols.
• Ability to provide constructive feedback and support team morale.
• Proficiency in reading schedules, reports, and following SOPs.

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent including education equivalent to completion of secondary school or demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the role. (Preferred)

Licenses/Certification

• None Specified

Experience

• 2+ years in environmental services or housekeeping in a healthcare setting (Required) and 1-3 years in a lead or supervisory capacity (Preferred)