Team Lead - Environmental Services

IU Health; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

IU Health is seeking a Part Time EVS Lead for the North Hospital in Indiana. The role provides non-supervisory leadership and hands-on support to the Environmental Services team during the 3pm–11:30pm shifts with weekday and weekend rotation.

Candidates should have 3–5 years of relevant experience, with CHEST credentialing required for hires promoted after Oct 5, 2025; those hired before have 6 months to obtain it. Strong communication and safety compliance are essential.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant experience is required.
• CHEST credentialing is required for hires/promotions after Oct 5, 2025; those hired after have 6 months to obtain it.
• Knowledge of cleaning equipment, chemicals and techniques, spills and hazardous materials.
• Experience supporting department programs with minimal supervision.
• Ability to act as an extension of leadership to ensure reliability and compliance.
• Must follow hospital policies, safety protocols and cleanliness standards.
• Strong communication to lead peers and influence team performance.
• Must wear PPE and meet safety requirements.
• Physical ability to stand, walk, reach, bend and lift 50 lbs+.

Responsibilities

• Provides non-supervisory leadership and frontline support to EVS team.
• Coordinates daily task assignments, training and onboarding new team members.
• Ensures readiness of supplies and equipment; performs quality checks.
• Leads shift huddles and cross-team communication across EVS.
• Maintains compliance with policies and safety standards during service delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Quality assurance

Team coordination

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Overview

Schedule: Part Time Evening Shift (3pm - 11:30pm weekdays/weekend rotation)

Department Supported: Environmental Services

Work Location: North Hospital

Primary Responsibilities:

Provides non-supervisory leadership and frontline support to Environmental Services (EVS) team members. Assists with coordinating daily task assignments, training and onboarding new team members, ensuring readiness of supplies and equipment, and supporting performance standards through quality checks and peer coaching. Acts as a role model for quality, safety, and accountability, supporting a positive team culture and the consistent execution of departmental policies and procedures. Assists in coordinating daily work assignments and coverage plans to ensure consistent service delivery. Leads or supports team huddles, shift briefings, and ongoing communication across the EVS team. Participates in inventory management, supply readiness, and organization of equipment or materials. Serves as a peer role model in high-pressure, complex, or sensitive care areas, demonstrating professionalism and attention to detail. Conducts quality checks and performance audits, supports correction of issues in real time and escalates concerns when necessary.

Candidate Requirements:

• Requires 3-5 years of relevant experience.
• Certified Health Care Environmental Services Technician (CHEST) credentialing is required for those newly hired or promoted into the position after October 5th, 2025. Incumbents hired after October 5th, 2025, will have 6 months to obtain the credential following their hire/promotional date.
• Requires working knowledge of cleaning equipment, chemicals, and techniques, including handling of emergency spills and hazardous/infectious materials.
• Requires proven experience supporting the execution of department programs, standards, or service protocols with minimal supervision.
• Requires the ability to serve as an extension of leadership in upholding service reliability and compliance.
• Requires demonstrated ability to follow and reinforce hospital policies, safety protocols, and cleanliness standards.
• Requires strong communication skills with the ability to lead peer interactions and influence team performance.
• Must be able to wear protective equipment and clothing in accordance with hospital policy and regulatory requirements.
• Physical requirements include standing, walking, reaching, bending, lifting 50 lbs. or more, and wearing required PPE.

Candidate Preferred:

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent years of experience is preferred.