Custodian III

Job Overview

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ABILENE, TX

• Functional
  
  Title:
  
  Custodian III
• Job Title:
  
  Custodian III
• Agency:
  Health & Human Services Comm
• Department:
  Housekeeping Services
• Posting Number: 12003
• Closing Date: 01/10/2026
• Posting Audience:
  Internal and External
• Occupational Category:
  Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance
• Salary Group: TEXAS-A-10
• Salary Range: $2,962.92 - $3,547.58
• Pay Frequency:
  Monthly
• Shift: Day
• Telework:
  Not Eligible for Telework
• Travel:
  Up to 5%
• Regular/Temporary:
  Regular
• Full Time/Part Time:
  Full time
• FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt:
  Nonexempt
• Facility
  
  Location:
  
  Abilene State Supported Living Center
• Job Location City: ABILENE
• Job Location Address: 2501 MAPLE ST
• Other Locations:
  Abilene
• MOS Codes: ,BM,SN

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. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage.

Come work in an environment where we truly value and respect those we serve and believe in the mission that all people can achieve a higher level of wellness and independence. The state supported living centers serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are medically fragile or who have behavioral problems. The centers provide campus-based direct services and supports at 13 centers located throughout the state.

Learn About Our State Supported Living Centers. If you are looking for a place to work where you can establish a career that is filled with purpose, this is the job for you!

The Custodian III performs highly complex (senior level) custodial work. Responsibilities include performing, coordinating, cleaning, and sanitizing state supported living center buildings and resident homes; providing housekeeping services in a residential setting, which also involves conducting inspections of the buildings and equipment. The Custodian III orders and restocks supplies and equipment and provides backup to other custodians as needed. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

• Attends work on a regular basis and may be required to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned. May serve in an on‑call status on a rotating schedule as required to meet operational needs of the facility.
• Maintains cleaning supplies, chemicals, and equipment, and maintains records of the supplies used, and building property maintenance tools/equipment. Ensures proper usage and maintenance, and if necessary, minor repairs on buildings and equipment (i.e., buffers, waxing machines, biohazard disposal units, vacuums, etc.). Ensures custodial supplies are restocked.
• Coordinates and performs the cleaning, dusting, and disinfecting restrooms, all office surfaces/furniture, programming areas, residents’ homes, and bedrooms, and other SSLC areas, utilizing cleaning chemicals as needed; and ensures all waste/trash is collected and disposed of regularly.
• Ensures all resident homes/units meet or exceed the minimum standard guidelines for cleanliness, health and safety, and infection control. Inspects the buildings and identifies any problem areas in need of follow up, and ensures follow‑up occurs.
• Assists the Custodian Manager in implementing the overall safety and infection control program. Oversees the work of Custodians I and II staff as needed and assists the Custodial Manager in providing training and coaching to these staff.
• Other duties as assigned include but…