Environmental Services EVS Worker Lead - UI Health EVS

Aramark Ireland Holdings Limited; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Parental leave

Disability coverage

Job summary

Aramark is hiring an Environmental Services Worker Lead for UI Health EVS in Chicago, IL. The role provides work leadership for hourly staff and performs hands-on cleaning as needed.

The position follows Aramark’s sanitation procedures and safety standards while coordinating supplies and training. The lead will supervise assignments, develop action plans to improve quality, and ensure compliance with all regulations and client contracts.

Qualifications

• Requires 1-2 years of experience in environmental services.
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written).
• Ability to apply elementary math functions.
• Ability to work well under time constraints.
• Ability to follow detailed written or oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist management at shift start/end with sign-in, supplies, and equipment.
• Prepare and deliver supplies to meet staff needs.
• Assess public restrooms and on-call rooms.
• Adhere to sanitation procedures and safety rules.
• Report safety, injuries, and disciplinary issues.

Skills

Experience in environmental services

Effective communication

Basic math functions

Time management

Instructions comprehension

Infection control knowledge

Customer service attitude

Job description

Environmental Services EVS Worker Lead - UI Health EVS

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Location: Chicago, IL, US
Requisition #: 689622
Career Area: Custodial

Job Description

The Environmental Services Worker Lead provides work leadership to hourly employees in completion of their job duties in Aramark Facility Services areas of responsibility during the event and will also perform hands‑on work.

Compensation Data

COMPENSATION: The Hourly rate for this position is $16.50 to $22.00. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.

BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits.

There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all applicable laws, including, but not limited to all applicable Fair Chance Ordinances and Acts. For jobs in San Francisco, this includes the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Job Responsibilities

• Assists management and supervisors at beginning and end of shift with sign-in, supplies, equipment sign out and sign in
• Assist shift operation in the preparation and delivery of supplies necessary to help ensure all employees’ needs are met
• May need to perform overall assessment of public restrooms and on-call rooms
• Adheres to all departmental sanitation procedures
• Report all employee issues (safety, injuries, and disciplinary)
• Supervises all staff assignments to ensure efficient and high‑quality cleaning services
• Responsible for formulating action plans to correct inefficiencies and quality discrepancies
• Assists in employee training, coaching, and motivation
• Maintains an accurate record keeping system for quality control systems
• Adheres to all established systems and training programs to provide a safe working environment
• Complies with all OSHA regulations and other local, state, and federal government regulations
• Maintains compliance with Aramark's standards of operation and client contract
• Maintains all records and reports necessary to comply with Aramark, government, and accrediting agency standards, regulations, and codes
  

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.

Qualifications

• Requires 1-2 years of experience in environmental services
• Ability to communicate (both verbal and written) effectively
• Ability to apply elementary math functions
• Ability to work well under time constraints
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions
• Basic knowledge of infection control procedures and universal precautions and work independently after appropriate training and instruction
• Maintain a friendly and efficient service attitude towards customers, co‑workers, and clients

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing -a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter .

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