TPWD - Custodian III (Custodian)

About the role

To manage and conserve the natural and cultural resources of Texas and to provide hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations. Under the direction of the Lead Ranger, this position performs complex (senior-level) custodial work including daily cleaning and housekeeping duties related to the San Solomon Springs Motor Court.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning of guest rooms, public use areas, and storage areas
• Performing laundry duties as assigned
• Monitoring and maintaining grounds for litter control
• Monitoring and maintaining inventory to ensure adequate supplies are available
• Assisting with facilities and grounds maintenance duties
• Performing additional duties as assigned
• Complying with all Agency, Division and Branch rules, regulations and procedures
• Performing manual labor, including lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs
• Working outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions
• Operating a State vehicle when required
• Traveling up to 5% with possible overnight stays
• Conforming to TPWD dress and grooming standards, work rules and safety procedures
• Maintaining a non-smoking work environment in State buildings and vehicles

Requirements

• Education: Completion of 8th grade
• Experience: One year of experience in areas such as general cleaning, housekeeping or custodial work
• Licensure: Must possess or be able to obtain, within 30 days of employment, a valid state driver's license

Qualifications

• Education: Graduation from High School or GED
• Experience: Experience cleaning motel rooms
• Experience: Experience working with the public
• Experience: Experience with customer service and/or public relations

Skills

• Knowledge of general facility, building and grounds cleaning techniques
• Knowledge of methods, materials and equipment used in the care and cleaning of buildings, appliances and furnishings
• Knowledge of cleaning techniques and procedures
• Knowledge of inventory control principles and methods
• Knowledge of basic mathematics
• Skill in cleaning and sanitation of bathrooms using chemicals in accordance with directions on labels
• Skill in use of custodial materials and chemicals
• Skill in the operation of custodial equipment
• Skill in the use and maintenance of building maintenance tools and equipment
• Skill in providing quality customer service in a courteous and professional manner
• Skill in the use of MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Skill in effective verbal and written communication
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with co-workers and work-related contacts
• Ability to follow instructions
• Ability to work as a member of a team
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision
• Ability to regularly inspect areas of responsibility, evaluate and perform cleaning needs
• Ability to complete required forms and documents
• Ability to assist other housekeeping staff and perform duties in the absence of other staff members
• Ability to perform light maintenance duties
• Ability to perform manual labor, including lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs
• Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program

Benefits

Texas Parks and Wildlife offers a variety of benefits for employees such as generous paid time off, group insurance, retirement and pension, and frequent training and staff development opportunities. Other benefits include longevity pay, merit pay, deferred compensation, flexible benefit plans, 401K/457 retirement plans, direct deposit, staggered work hours, Employee Assistance Program and a Return-to-Work Program. For new employees or rehires, health insurance is available on the 1st of the following month after a 60-day waiting period.

Schedule

Required to work 40 hours per week with hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and days off other than Saturdays,