Custodian Multifil (DOH/NMBHI#12862+)
This position is a Pay Band C1 with the New Mexico Behavioral Health Institute, the largest behavioral health complex in the state. NMBHI provides care across six divisions, including inpatient psychiatric care, residential treatment, outpatient services, detox, and skilled/long-term care for over 250 daily inpatients and 400 monthly outpatients.
About the role
Custodians perform a variety of heavy cleaning duties, such as cleaning floors, shampooing rugs, washing walls and glass, and removing trash. They may wet- or dry-mop floors, clean bathrooms, vacuum carpets, dust furniture, make minor repairs, and exterminate insects and rodents. The Custodian Supervisor ensures day-to-day operations of their assigned division, including staffing coverage.
Responsibilities
- Performs routine janitorial services
- Prepares requests to order supplies and equipment
- Operates and performs routine repairs on equipment
- Checks locks on buildings and windows to maintain security
- Performs independent janitorial services
Customers
This position provides housekeeping services to all patients admitted to the hospital division of NMBHI, as well as all other divisions within the institute.
Ideal Candidate
- Experience in housekeeping, environmental services, or custodial work
- Knowledge of proper cleaning, sanitation, and infection control practices
- Able to work independently and follow established cleaning procedures
- Dependable, punctual, and able to work assigned schedules
Requirements
- No prior experience or training required
- Must possess and maintain a valid NM Driver’s License
- Must obtain a Defensive Driving Certificate
Working Conditions
- Work is performed in patient, residential, and common areas with exposure to cleaning chemicals, dust, and noise
- Requires standing, walking, bending, and lifting
- Includes weekends, holidays, and various shifts based on operational needs
Pay
$15.45 - $23.18 hourly ($32,136 - $48,204 annually)
This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply.