Healthcare Environmental Services Lead: Training & Projects

Northwell Health; Norwalk (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Norwalk Hospital Association is seeking an EVS Lead to oversee environmental services operations, train new staff, and coordinate daily tasks across shifts. The role emphasizes maintaining hospital standards and leading a team with minimal supervision.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in healthcare or hospitality EVS, strong English communication, and supervisory experience is a plus. The position involves manual tasks and safety-focused responsibilities in a demanding hospital environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English required.
• 2+ years of experience in environmental services healthcare or hospitality setting required.
• Supervisory experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of environmental services functions and maintains a safe and clean environment by performing daily rounds and inspections.
• Utilizes industrial cleaning machinery to perform certain cleaning assignments.
• Uses appropriate chemicals and supplies according to procedure; ensures proper labeling and secure storage.
• Follows infection control practices including handwashing, Standard Precautions and isolation precautions.
• Observes and reports the need for repairs to equipment, furniture, and fixtures, collaborating with management to address issues.
• Schedules, plans and implements special projects as needed.
• Trains other EVS associates on new processes and equipment.
• Provides leadership and guidance to the housekeeping staff and reassigns staff as needed.
• Coordinates and oversees all assigned tasks on weekdays, weekends and holidays.
• Provides input for EVS staff reviews.

Skills

Effective communication

Leadership

Supervisory

Training others

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Norwalk Hospital Association is seeking an EVS Lead to oversee environmental services operations, train new staff, and coordinate daily tasks across shifts. The role emphasizes maintaining hospital standards and leading a team with minimal supervision.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in healthcare or hospitality EVS, strong English communication, and supervisory experience is a plus. The position involves manual tasks and safety-focused responsibilities in a demanding hospital environment.