Custodian III

Date:
May 14, 2026

Location:

DENTON, TX

Benefits: 100% paid employee health insurance for full‑time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time‑off benefits, and numerous opportunities for career advancement.

Functional

Title:

Custodian III

Job Title:

Custodian III

Agency:
Health & Human Services Commission

Department:
Housekeeping Services

Posting Number:
17054

Closing Date:
06/13/2026

Salary Range: $2,962.92 – $3,547.58 monthly

Shift:
Day (First Days)

Telework:
Not Eligible

Travel:
Up to 5%

Facility

Location:

Denton State Supported Living Center

Job Location:

DENTON, TX 3980 STATE SCHOOL RD

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; may serve in an on‑call status on a rotating schedule to meet operational needs of the facility.
• Maintains cleaning supplies, chemicals, equipment, and records; ensures proper usage, maintenance, and, when necessary, minor repairs on buildings and equipment; keeps custodial supplies restocked.
• Coordinates and performs cleaning, dusting, and disinfecting of restrooms, office surfaces, programming areas, residents’ homes, bedrooms, and other SSLC areas; ensures waste/trash is collected and disposed of regularly.
• Ensures all resident homes/units meet or exceed minimum standards for cleanliness, health and safety, and infection control; inspects buildings and follows up on problems.
• Assists the Custodian Manager in implementing safety and infection control programs; oversees work of Custodians I and II and assists in training and coaching these staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned, including disaster response and/or recovery, or Continuity of Operations activation; may require alternate shift patterns or locations.

• Knowledge: cleaning techniques and procedures (dusting, sweeping, mopping); stripping and waxing floors; cleaning and disinfecting restrooms and showers; inventory control principles and methods.
• Skills: use of custodial materials and chemicals; operation and maintenance of custodial equipment and building maintenance tools and equipment.
• Abilities: understand and follow oral and written instructions; stay on task and complete work timely; lift 50 pounds; stand/walk on hard floors for extended periods; work harmoniously and productively with co‑workers and patients; work irregular hours.

Must possess a valid Texas driver license or obtain it no later than 90 days after hire. Applicants with an out‑of‑state driver license must provide an original certified driving record. Eligible driving record required based on HHSC Fleet Management policy.

• Graduation from a standard senior high school or equivalent.
• At least six (6) months paid experience in custodial/housekeeping work (one (1) year preferred).
• One (1) year experience working in an environment with people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities or mental health disorders (preferred).

Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre‑employment drug screen, and registry checks. Males aged 18‑25 must register with Selective Service. All State Supported Living Center employees are subject to random drug testing. Flexibility in work hours may be required; position may require overtime, extended hours, weekends, and holidays. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.