Environmental Services Team Lead - Riley - Full Time Days

Are you looking for a role that showcases your passion and excitement about helping others? Would you like to support a team that is celebrated for making a difference in the lives of every patient? We are searching for individuals who are compassionate, serve with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and who seek excellence every day!

Sound like a perfect match? Apply to join our Environmental Services Team - we can't wait to hear from you!

Hours:  40 hours/wk 7am-3:30pm with rotating weekends and holidays

Location:  Riley Children's Hospital

What we offer:

• Great benefits including Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance that you can sign up for within your first 30 days if you are regularly scheduled 24 hrs/wk or more!
• Hourly differential for evenings/nights/weekends/holidays!
• A supportive and team-oriented work environment.
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off and more!

Job Summary:

Provides non-supervisory leadership and frontline support to Environmental Services (EVS) team members. Assists with coordinating daily task assignments, training and onboarding new team members, ensuring readiness of supplies and equipment, and supporting performance standards through quality checks and peer coaching. Acts as a role model for quality, safety, and accountability, supporting a positive team culture and the consistent execution of departmental policies and procedures. Assists in coordinating daily work assignments and coverage plans to ensure consistent service delivery. Leads or supports team huddles, shift briefings, and ongoing communication across the EVS team. Participates in inventory management, supply readiness, and organization of equipment or materials. Serves as a peer role model in high-pressure, complex, or sensitive care areas, demonstrating professionalism and attention to detail. Conducts quality checks and performance audits, supports correction of issues in real time and escalates concerns when necessary.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure operating rooms are thoroughly cleaned and meet established standards
• Improve overall productivity
• Conduct black-light testing and inspections
• Provide team member training
• Enhance floor care practices

Must have:

• Previous Team Lead experience
• Customer Services experience
• Good communication skills and teamwork

Requirements:

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent years of experience is preferred.
• Requires 3-5 years of relevant experience.
• Certified Health Care Environmental Services Technician (CHEST) credentialing is required for those newly hired or promoted into the position after October 5th, 2025. Incumbents hired after October 5th, 2025, will have 6 months to obtain the credential following their hire/promotional date.
• Requires working knowledge of cleaning equipment, chemicals, and techniques, including handling of emergency spills and hazardous/infectious materials.
• Requires proven experience supporting the execution of department programs, standards, or service protocols with minimal supervision.
• Requires the ability to serve as an extension of leadership in upholding service reliability and compliance.
• Requires demonstrated ability to follow and reinforce hospital policies, safety protocols, and cleanliness standards.
• Requires strong communication skills with the ability to lead peer interactions and influence team performance.
• Must be able to wear protective equipment and clothing in accordance with hospital policy and regulatory requirements.
• Physical requirements include standing, walking, reaching, bending, lifting 50 lbs. or more, and wearing required PPE.