Environmental Services Lead 2nd shift Manager

Community Health Systems; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Environmental Services Lead to oversee a dedicated team in maintaining hospital cleanliness and safety. This role involves supervising daily operations, training staff, and ensuring compliance with health regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in environmental services, exceptional leadership skills, and a commitment to creating a hygienic environment for patients and staff. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will make a significant impact on patient care and facility standards.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in environmental services or custodial role required.
• Strong leadership and team management skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead a team of environmental services workers.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Infection Control Knowledge

Attention to Detail

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Courses in Hospital Housekeeping

Experience in Environmental Services

Leadership Experience in Healthcare

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Environmental Services Lead 2nd shift Manager

Dothan, AL, United States and 1 more

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Job Description

Job Summary

The Environmental Services Worker Lead is responsible for supervising and leading a team of environmental services workers to ensure the cleanliness, sanitation, and safety of hospital or facility environments. This role includes overseeing daily cleaning operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, providing training and support to team members, and managing resources to maintain a high standard of cleanliness across all areas of the facility. The Environmental Services Worker Lead plays a critical role in supporting the hospital's efforts to provide a safe, hygienic, and comfortable environment for patients, staff, and visitors.

Essential Functions

• Leads and supervises a team of environmental services workers, ensuring that all tasks are completed on time and to the required standards.
• Provides guidance, training, and mentorship to staff, fostering a positive and efficient work environment.
• Delegates daily cleaning assignments to team members and ensure that all areas are thoroughly cleaned and maintained.
• Monitors staff performance, providing feedback and coaching as necessary to ensure high-quality service delivery.
• Ensures that all areas of the facility, including patient rooms, bathrooms, common areas, offices, and hallways, are cleaned and sanitized according to established guidelines and infection control standards.
• Performs deep cleaning tasks, such as floor care (stripping, waxing, buffing), carpet cleaning, and high-touch surface sanitation as needed.
• Ensures compliance with all hospital regulations, safety standards, and health department requirements.
• Maintains knowledge of and adhere to hospital infection control policies, ensuring that cleaning processes minimize the spread of infections.
• Monitors and manages cleaning supplies and equipment to ensure adequate resources for staff, maintaining inventory and notifying the Environmental Services Manager when supplies need replenishing.
• Ensures cleaning equipment is properly maintained, coordinating repairs or replacements as necessary to ensure continued efficiency.
• Participates in departmental meetings to discuss operational improvements, staff performance, and feedback.
• Contributes to initiatives aimed at improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the environmental services department.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Courses in hospital housekeeping or institutional environmental management. preferred
• 2-4 years of experience in an environmental services or custodial role required
• 0-1 years in a leadership or supervisory position in a healthcare setting preferred
• Experience in healthcare cleaning standards, infection control practices, and the safe use of cleaning chemicals and equipment. preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Knowledge of infection control procedures, hospital cleaning standards, and safety regulations.
• Ability to train, mentor, and provide constructive feedback to staff.
• High attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and safety.
• Ability to handle physical demands of the job, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize tasks.

Job Info

• Job Identification 114787
• Job Category Maintenance Facilities and Engineering
• Posting Date 05/06/2025, 08:13 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Evening
• Locations 4370 W MAIN ST, DOTHAN, AL, 36305, US