Custodian II

About the role

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) seeks a Custodian II to join a team dedicated to creating a positive impact in the lives of Texans. The role involves performing moderately complex custodial work, ensuring a safe and healthy environment, and assisting in inspections and repairs.

Responsibilities

• Cleans, dusts, disinfects, and sanitizes to maintain a safe and healthy environment.
• Operates floor maintenance equipment such as strippers, buffers, vacuums, and extractors.
• Requests and restocks supplies as necessary.
• Assists in conducting inspections of buildings and equipment for cleanliness and needed repairs.
• Assists in performing minor building and equipment repairs and installations.
• Maintains assigned custodial equipment in good working order.
• Maintains outside areas around the hospital, clears trash and debris.
• Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Six months' work experience required.
• Experience in custodial or environmental services work in a nursing home, hospital, residential facility, hotel or other similar residential equivalent preferred.

Qualifications

Knowledge of cleaning methods, standards, and sanitation regulations. Knowledge of infection control principles and methods. Knowledge of inventory control principles and methods. Skills in the use of custodial equipment, materials, and the safe handling chemicals. Skills in the use and maintenance of building maintenance tools and equipment. Ability to stay on task and complete work timely. Ability to follow written and oral instructions. Ability to lift 50 pounds. Ability to stand/walk on hard floors for extended periods. Ability to work harmoniously and productively with co-workers and patients. Ability to work irregular hours.

Skills

• Uses custodial equipment, materials, and the safe handling chemicals.
• Maintains and cleans the interior and exterior of assigned buildings, empties trash, reports needed repairs.
• Replenishes supplies as needed.
• Coaches other custodians as needed.
• Inspects assigned buildings and areas for cleanliness, completed work, and needed minor repairs, and performs minor maintenance.
• Completes documentation in an accurate and timely manner.
• Protects confidential information.
• Maintains inventory and equipment records.

Benefits

The benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. For more details, visit the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $2,694.70 - $3,269.08 per month, paid monthly.

Schedule

The position operates on a Day shift and may require up to 5% travel. Additional shift telework is not available.

Additional Information

Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aid, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct, List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE).

Males between the ages of 18-25 must be registered with the Selective Service. All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility. Waco and Terrell Center for Youth applicants must be 21 years of age.

Flexibility in work hours may be required for this position. The position may be required to work overtime and/or extended hours.

Compliance with HHSC immunization policy and state hospital operating procedures related to immunizations is required. As a result, state hospital policy requires employees be vaccinated according to their level of contact with individuals.

Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, And Veterans: Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position.

For more information please see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions.

ADA Accommodations: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability.

Telework Disclaimer: This position may be eligible for telework. Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.