Custodian III

Job Overview

Custodian III at Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) in Austin, TX. This full‑time role performs senior‑level custodial work in a state supported living center (SSLC). Work includes cleaning, sanitizing, inspecting buildings, restocking supplies, and supporting other custodians under limited supervision.

• Attend work on a regular basis, including shift schedules, rotating schedules and overtime as required by agency leave policy.
• Maintain cleaning supplies, chemicals, equipment and records; perform minor repairs on buildings and equipment.
• Coordinate and perform cleaning, dusting and disinfecting of restrooms, office surfaces, programming areas, residents’ homes, bedrooms and other SSLC areas using cleaning chemicals as needed; collect and dispose of waste/trash regularly.
• Ensure resident homes/units meet or exceed minimum standard guidelines for cleanliness, health and safety, and infection control; inspect buildings and identify problem areas, ensuring follow‑up.
• Assist the Custodian Manager in implementing the overall safety and infection control program; oversee work of Custodians I and II staff as needed; assist the Custodial Manager in training and coaching these staff.
• Participate in disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation as required.

• Valid Texas driver license required. Out‑of‑state license holders must provide an original certified driving record.
• At least six (6) months paid custodial/housekeeping experience required; one year preferred.
• Preferred one (1) year experience working in an environment with people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities or mental health disorders.
• Knowledge of cleaning techniques, stripping and waxing floors, disinfecting restrooms, inventory control, use of custodial materials and chemicals, building maintenance tools and equipment.
• Skills in following oral and written instructions, working independently, standing/walking on hard floors for extended periods, lifting 50 pounds, working harmoniously with co‑workers and patients, and working irregular hours.

Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre‑employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aide, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct and HHS List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE). Males 18‑25 must register with Selective Service. All SSLC employees are subject to random drug testing and are required to be at least 18 years of age.

• 100% paid employee health insurance for full‑time eligible employees

• Defined benefit pension plan

• Generous time off benefits

• Career advancement opportunities

• 5% travel allowed, up to 5‑minute travel for work duties

HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability.

This position is not eligible for telework. Travel up to 5% is required.