The EVS Tech Lead position reflects the mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Medicine, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.Leads team members by demonstrating and providing advanced knowledge of job responsibilities.$500.00 Sign-On BonusInternals and rehires are not eligible for the Sign-On BonusNights - 11pm-7:30am including every other weekend.Responsibilities:Assists Manager in maintaining a high-quality standard by keeping him/her informed on the condition of assigned areas and by training, supervising and motivating the Environmental Services personnel to be sure all schedules are completed.This position will also serve as backup to the Supervisor of EVS in the Supervisors absence.Lead Responsibilities:Accepts responsibility to a limited area, shift or tasks assigned.Continuously checks assigned areas to be sure work is being done properly and that personnel are following assigned work schedules. (When Supervisor not present).Reports any pertinent information to the Supervisor as it occurs.Instills a service-minded approach to all task performed by Environmental Services staff by demonstrating a personal enthusiasm and team spirit.Motivates staff by communicating areas done well and areas requiring improvement.Assists with training of Environmental Service personal as directed by Supervisor or Manager.Assures staff are inspecting equipment for proper operation daily and reporting equipment in need of repair.Maintains good public relations with all patients, facility and staff personnel. Answer day to day questions as they arise and pertain to general housekeeping.If working the PM Shift, leaves notes in operation log for Supervisor to review ie, project work completed, work not completed or any unusual occurrences for the evening.Laundry/ Linen:Demonstrates proper infection control procedures when collecting soiled linen.Maintains an adequate amount of sanitized linen in the linen room ad closets on patient units. Delivers under-pads and laundry bags to the floors as required.Communicates with Superior laundry staff to adjust par levels as required.Washes hospital owned dust mops. Housekeeping/Technical Skills:Working knowledge of carpet shampoo extractor, rotating shampooer, auto floor scrubber, wet/dry machine.Operation of equipment as well as procedures involved in using them. Infection control practices with regards to cleaning patient’s rooms and hospital. Project management as it relates to floor care.Performs other duties as assigned