EVS Team Lead: Operations & Service Excellence

Advocate Aurora Health; Oak Lawn (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Oak Lawn, IL seeks an Environmental Services Supervisor to lead the EVS team in day-to-day operations. You will plan with supervisory staff, assign tasks, and verify completion of duties following EVS procedures.

You will also assist with staff scheduling and adjust daily plans to ensure proper coverage across all hospital areas. Key duties include coordinating hazardous materials handling, safety/disaster planning, training, and acting as a liaison between EVS staff and

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Leadership experience preferred.
• 3 years experience with at least one in Housekeeping.

Responsibilities

• Lead co-workers in the day-to-day operations of the Environmental Services department (EVS) program.
• Confers, plans ahead with supervisory staff on job assignments, projects and activities.
• Verifies completion of all assigned duties/tasks by EVS staff according to EVS procedures.
• Assist in scheduling EVS staff and adjust daily schedules to ensure proper staffing across areas.
• Functions as Environmental Services Tech: handle hazardous materials, spills, and disaster plans.
• Coordinate projects and room setups; inspect high-touch areas and equipment.
• Liaise between EVS and patients, staff, and customers as needed.
• Issue keys, pagers, and equipment; suggest work improvements.
• Train associates and assist in department orientation; maintain licenses and competencies.
• Inspect equipment and supplies for cleanliness and maintenance for next shift use.

Skills

Good communication skills

Good organizational skills

Excellent customer service skills

Must be able to communicate instruct

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Leadership experience preferred

3 years experience with at least one in Housekeeping

Job description

Advocate Health in Oak Lawn, IL seeks an Environmental Services Supervisor to lead the EVS team in day-to-day operations. You will plan with supervisory staff, assign tasks, and verify completion of duties following EVS procedures.

You will also assist with staff scheduling and adjust daily plans to ensure proper coverage across all hospital areas. Key duties include coordinating hazardous materials handling, safety/disaster planning, training, and acting as a liaison between EVS staff and