Custodian II

Posting
- Posted 07/13/2026 - Health & Human Services Comm
- Housekeeping Services
- Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance
- Denton State Supported Living Center
- Not Eligible for Telework

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Functional

Title:

Custodian II

Job Title: Custodian II

Agency: Health & Human Services Comm

Department: Housekeeping Services

Posting Number: 18935

Closing Date: 07/27/2026

Posting Audience: Internal and External

Occupational Category: Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance

Salary Range: $2,694.70 - $3,269.08

Pay Frequency: Monthly

Salary Group: TEXAS-A-08

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:

Denton State Supported Living Center

Job Location City: DENTON

Job Location Address: 3980 STATE SCHOOL RD

Other Locations: Denton

• Perform moderately complex custodial work for assigned locations including office buildings, premises and resident living units.
• Clean, dust, disinfect, and sanitize to maintain a safe and healthy environment.
• Operate floor maintenance equipment such as strippers, buffers, vacuums and extractors.
• Request and restock supplies as necessary.
• Assist in inspections of buildings and equipment for cleanliness and needed repairs.
• Assist in performing minor building and equipment repairs and installations.
• Train other custodians as needed and maintain custodial equipment in good working order.
• Maintain outside areas around buildings and manage trash and debris.
• Perform related duties as assigned and assume duties of other custodians when needed.
• Work under general supervision with moderate latitude for initiative and independent judgment.

• Attend work on a regular basis and follow shift schedules, including rotating schedules and overtime as required by policy.
• May serve in on-call status on a rotating schedule to meet facility needs.
• Provide timely custodial services including sweeping, mopping, dusting and cleaning windows and light fixtures with proper sanitization.
• Clean and maintain floors, restrooms, bedrooms, nurses’ stations and isolation areas per procedures and safety measures.
• Report needed repairs and perform minor maintenance as appropriate.
• Train and coach other custodians and document training conducted.
• Inspect assigned areas for cleanliness, completed work and needed repairs.
• Complete documentation accurately and maintain inventory and equipment records.
• Support residents’ health and provide a safe environment for self, residents and others.
• Participate in disaster response, COOP and other agency obligations as required, which may involve alternate shifts or locations.

• Knowledge of cleaning methods, standards and sanitation regulations.
• Knowledge of infection control principles and methods.
• Knowledge of inventory control principles and methods.
• Skill in use of custodial equipment, materials and safe handling of chemicals.
• Skill in use and maintenance of building maintenance tools and equipment.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to train others and supervise the work of others.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand or walk on hard floors for extended periods.
• Ability to work harmoniously and productively with co-workers and residents.
• Ability to work irregular hours.

• Must possess a valid Texas driver license or obtain it within 90 days after hire to drive a state vehicle. Out-of-state driving records require an original certified driving record. Eligibility based on HHSC Fleet Management policy.

• One of the following is required:
  Graduation from standard senior high school or equivalent;
  Paid work experience in any field;
  Unpaid housekeeping/custodial service experience.
• Preferred:
  Six months of custodial or environmental services experience in a nursing home, hospital, residential facility, hotel or similar setting.

• Applicants must pass fingerprint background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks (CANRS, Nurse Aide, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct and LEIE).
• Male applicants 18–25 must be registered with Selective Service.
• All State Supported Living Center Employees are subject to random drug testing.
• Flexibility in work hours may be required; overtime, weekend and holiday work may be needed.
• Minimum age of 18 for employment at a…