Custodian IV - Lead Custodian

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Functional

Title:

Custodian IV - Lead Custodian

Job Title:

Custodian IV

Agency:
Health & Human Services Comm

Department:
Housekeeping Services

Posting Number: 13573

Closing Date: 02/19/2026

Posting Audience:
Internal and External

Occupational Category:
Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance

Salary Group: TEXAS-A-12

Salary Range: $3,170.92 - $4,149.83

Pay Frequency:
Monthly

Shift: Day

Additional

Shift: Days (First)

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:

Lubbock State Supported Living Center

Job Location City: LUBBOCK

Job Location Address: 3401 N UNIVERSITY AVE

Other Locations:

MOS Codes: ,BM,SN

Brief

Job Description:

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!

Performs highly complex (senior-level) custodial work. Responsible for performing highly complex cleaning and sanitizing tasks in state supported living centers including residents' homes, bedrooms, office spaces, medical and activity areas. Conducts inspections of the buildings and equipment to ensure that they meet cleanliness and safety standards. Manages the inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment. Provide backup support to other custodians as needed.

Supports the custodial manager in overseeing and planning general custodial functions. Keeps accurate records of custodial activities such as cleaning schedules, maintenance tasks, and any incidents or issues. Analyzes current custodial operations and identifies areas where efficiency and effectiveness could be improved. Ensures that buildings and cleaning equipment are properly maintained and repaired. Manages custodial supplies including monitoring inventory levels, restocking cleaning materials, and ensuring that necessary supplies are always available to custodial staff.

Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. This position acts as lead to other custodians and backs up Custodial Manager in times of absence.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

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.

Cleans various areas within the facility, which includes living areas/homes, residents' rooms, office spaces, medical activity areas, corridors, restrooms, and other spaces. Uses appropriate cleaning agents and techniques to eliminate pathogens and maintain a sterile environment to prevent the spread of infections. Handles biohazardous materials, disinfecting medical equipment, and cleaning sensitive areas.

Responsible for conducting regular and scheduled inspections of different areas within the facility and the equipment used for cleaning and maintenance. Assesses safety standards during inspections.

Tracks cleaning supplies and equipment in appropriate database. Regularly monitors stock levels of cleaning supplies and equipment to ensure an adequate supply is on hand. Initiates the process of reordering. Properly stores and organizes the cleaning supplies and equipment in a designated storage area. Checks incoming supplies and equipment for quality and accuracy. Tracks of the usage patterns of different cleaning supplies and equipment and advises Custodial Manager of discrepancies.

Maintains accurate records of inventory levels, orders placed, received items, and reports any discrepancies.

Acts as lead to other custodians and backs up Custodial Manager in times of absence. Provides backup support to other custodians as needed. Collaborates with other custodians to ensure that custodial operations continue smoothly.

Works closely with the custodial manager to assist…