Custodian

Overview

The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity as a Custodian at Montana State Hospital.

Custodians provide janitorial services to maintain the Montana State Hospital building in a clean and orderly condition. Responsibilities include cleaning and disinfecting within the facility; restocking supplies and maintaining inventory of cleaning supplies; and checking areas for safety hazards such as broken glass and disposing of appropriately.

Our mission at DPHHS is to serve Montanans in their communities to improve and protect the health, safety, and well-being, and to empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents.

The State of Montana s comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience.

• General knowledge of janitorial procedures and operating various pieces of cleaning equipment such as a high-speed buffer, vacuum, and carpet and upholstery machines.
• Skills in proper cleaning techniques.
• Ability to work co-operatively with others and protect patients’ rights and confidentiality.
• Ability to be comfortable working around mentally ill and security risk patients.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Ability to demonstrate a friendly “can do” attitude.
• Meet the following minimum qualifications:
• High School or GED.
• One year janitorial, housekeeping, or custodial experience preferred.

To be considered for a DPHHS position, submit the following required documents with your application on the State of Montana Careers website. When submitting the required documents, you must check the "relevant document" box to ensure your attachments are uploaded correctly to your application for this position.

• Resume

Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below.

This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants.

Applicant Pool Statement:
If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment:
This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Salary: 19.55 per hour

Telework Eligibility:
Not Telework Eligible

Benefits Package Eligibility:
Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings: 14

Employee Status:
Regular

Schedule:

Full-Time

Job Type: Standard

Shift: Day

Travel:
Yes, 5% of the Time

Primary

Location:

Warm Springs

Agency:
Department of Public Health & Human Services

Union:
Montana Federation of Public Employees

Posting Date:
Jan 6, 2026, 4:24:33 PM

Closing Date:
Jan 21, 2026, 6:59:00 AM

Required Application Materials:
Resume

Contact Name:
Kathleen Tarkalson | Contact Email: kathleen.tarkalson | Contact Phone:

The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agency s HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay tana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.