ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES TRAINING SPECIALIST (3670)

Memorial Health; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) match

Health/dental/vision insurance

Job summary

Memorial Health in Illinois seeks an Environmental Services Training Specialist to lead onboarding, training, and ongoing development of EVS colleagues and leaders. You ensure annual competencies, CBLs, and training records meet regulatory standards while acting as a subject-matter expert for training and education.

You will drive improvement initiatives, monitor training effectiveness, collaborate with EVS leadership, and help sustain a safe, clean, and healing environment, mentoring staff and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of customer service experience.
• 2+ years of leadership experience in an entry-level operation setting.
• CHESP or T-CHEST certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead onboarding, training, and ongoing development of EVS staff and leaders.
• Ensure annual competencies, CBLs, and training records are complete and audit-ready.
• Collaborate with EVS leadership to improve training effectiveness and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Training & development

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree

Alternative: HS diploma + 3 years training/leadership

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Focused on the Future of Care

We're looking for talented, passionate healthcare professionals to join the team at Memorial Health as we build the future of healthcare. If you're ready to be part of a transformative organization that puts people first, take a look at what we have to offer.

Position Type: On-site

Job Description Summary

The Environmental Services (EVS) Training Specialist is responsible for the onboarding, training, and ongoing development of all EVS colleagues and leaders. This role ensures all required annual competencies, computer-based learning (CBL) assignments, and training records are completed, maintained, and audit-ready in accordance with organizational and regulatory requirements. The Training Specialist coordinates and oversees colleague development programs, retention initiatives, patient experience education, and compliance with OSHA, infection prevention, and other applicable regulatory standards. This position serves as the department's subject matter expert for training and education while promoting a culture of continuous learning, safety, and operational excellence. Additionally, the EVS Training Specialist develops, reviews, and recommends departmental policies, procedures, and standard work practices to ensure consistency, efficiency, and regulatory compliance. The role collaborates closely with EVS leadership to support quality improvement initiatives, monitor training effectiveness, identify performance gaps, and implement educational strategies that enhance colleague engagement, operational performance, and patient satisfaction. As a key member of the EVS leadership team, the Training Specialist provides leadership support, mentors colleagues, and partners with internal departments to ensure the Environmental Services team is equipped to deliver exceptional service and maintain a safe, clean, and healing environment.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.


• Associate degree in a related field required.


• A high school diploma with three years of training or leadership experience in an entry-level role may be considered in lieu of an associate degree.

Licensure / Certification / Registry

• CHESP or T-CHEST certification preferred.


• If required by the position and/or work location, must possess a valid driver's license and meet Memorial Health System Fleet Safety Policy standards, including successful completion of a five-year Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review.


• Must have access to a personal vehicle with proof of insurance.

Experience

• 5+ years of customer service experience.


• 2+ years of leadership experience in an entry-level operation setting.

Other Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.


• Strong organizational, planning, and process management abilities.


• Proficiency with Windows applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.


• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to navigate conflict effectively.


• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Pay Transparency

$19.62 - $30.41

Additional compensation in the form(s) of participation in our annual incentive program are dependent on role. Pay is based on factors such as work experience, education, certification(s), training, skills, and competencies related to the role.

Benefits

• paid time off


• 401(k) match


• health/dental/vision insurance options

If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete this application or participate in the hiring process, please contact [e-mail]. Requests will be handled confidentially.