Custodial Manager I

Posting Number: 22450 | Closing Date: 11/19/2026 | Agency: Health & Human Services Commission | Department: DevelopMntl Education | Occupational Category: Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance | Salary Group: TEXAS-A-13 | FLSA: Nonexempt | Regular/Full-time

About the role

Performs moderately complex (journey-level) custodial supervisory work. The Custodial Manager I provides general guidance and direction to an assigned team of custodians, performs quality control inspections of housekeeping services, checks for appropriate use and storage of cleaning chemicals and equipment, reports unsafe conditions, and provides feedback on cleanliness, housekeeping/maintenance needs, and supply inventory. Actively participates in hiring, training, and performance management of assigned staff. Ensures units are ready for inspection by internal and external agencies. Supervises the work of others under moderate supervision with limited latitude for initiative and independent judgment. Other duties include supporting disaster response/recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation, which may require alternate shift patterns or locations.

Responsibilities

• Attends work regularly; may work specific shift schedules, rotating schedules, extended shifts, and/or overtime per agency leave policy.
• Performs routine inspections on assigned units, corrects deficiencies, and provides feedback to custodians.
• Prepares reports of work activities and organizes job tasks, seeking supervisory assistance when needed.
• Monitors employee performance, providing feedback and on-the-job training as required.
• Conducts employee performance evaluations for assigned custodians.
• Participates in interviewing, hiring, and exit processes; exercises hiring and termination authority.
• Ensures vacancies are filled promptly for equitable workload distribution.
• Maintains supply inventory on assigned units and emphasizes its importance to staff.
• Ensures staff comply with Environmental Services standard operating procedures.
• Represents Environmental Services on ad hoc committees as requested.
• Supports disaster response/recovery or COOP activation, potentially requiring alternate shifts or locations.

Requirements

• Knowledge of cleaning techniques, inventory control principles and methods.
• Knowledge of housekeeping services, procedures, chemical usage, and equipment.
• Skills in using custodial materials, chemicals, and operating equipment.
• Skills in inspecting work areas.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to plan, organize, and supervise the work of others.
• Ability to prioritize job tasks.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years’ experience in a supervisory/leadership role.

Additional Requirements

• Must possess a valid Texas driver license or obtain one within 90 days of hire to drive a state vehicle; out-of-state license holders must provide an original certified driving record. Eligible driving record required per HHSC Fleet Management policy.
• Must pass fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks (CANRS, Nurse Aid, Medication Aide, Employee Misconduct, LEIE).
• Males aged 18–25 must be registered with the Selective Service.
• All applicants must be at least 18 years old (21 for Waco and Terrell Center for Youth positions).
• Flexibility in work hours required; overtime and/or extended hours may be required.
• Compliance with HHSC immunization policy and state hospital operating procedures; healthcare workers must be vaccinated per CDC guidelines for hepatitis B, measles, mumps, rubella, varicella, tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis, and influenza. If declining influenza vaccination, may be required to wear a mask and take other protective measures.

Benefits

• 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees.
• Defined benefit pension plan.
• Generous time off benefits.
• Numerous opportunities for career advancement.

Pay

Monthly salary range: $2,953.25 – $4,365.66 (Salary Group: TEXAS-A-13).

Schedule

• Shift: Day (First shift).
• Telework: Not eligible.
• Travel: Up to 20%.
• Full-time, regular position.

Location

Wichita Falls State Hospital, 6515 Kemp Blvd, Wichita Falls, TX.