Senior Park Lodge Custodian

Job Title

Custodian III )

Parks and Wildlife Department

Texas, Fort Davis

Indian Lodge State Park, Hwy 118 North Park Rd 3, Fort Davis, Texas 79734

Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance

Regular

5% of the time

Monthly: $3,458.99

Non-exempt

May 22, 2026 7:06:15 PM

Under the direction of the Custodial Manager, this position performs highly complex (senior-level) custodial work including daily cleaning and housekeeping duties related to Indian Lodge. The role involves maintaining cleanliness and orderliness throughout the property.

• Clean guest rooms, restaurant, public use areas and storage areas.
• Perform laundry duties as assigned.
• Monitor and maintain grounds for litter control.
• Prepare the lodge for seasonal holidays and special events.
• Monitor and maintain inventory to ensure adequate supplies are available.
• Assist with facilities and grounds maintenance duties.
• Work under limited supervision with latitude for initiative and independent judgment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
• Comply with all Agency, Division and Branch rules, regulations and procedures.

• Education
  :
  High School Graduate or GED.
• Experience
  :
  One year of experience in general cleaning, housekeeping or custodial work.
• Licensure
  :
  Must possess or be able to obtain, within 30 days of employment, a valid state driver’s license.

• Knowledge of general facility, building and grounds cleaning techniques.
• Knowledge of methods, materials and equipment used in the care and cleaning of buildings, appliances and furnishings.
• Knowledge of cleaning techniques and procedures.
• Knowledge of inventory control principles and methods.
• Knowledge of basic mathematics.
• Skill in effective verbal and written communication.
• Skill in providing quality customer service in a courteous and professional manner.
• Skill in use of custodial materials and chemicals.
• Skill in cleaning and sanitation of bathrooms using chemicals in accordance with directions on labels.
• Skill in the operation of custodial equipment.
• Skill in the use and maintenance of building maintenance tools and equipment.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with co-workers and work-related contacts.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to work as a member of a team.
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
• Ability to regularly inspect area of responsibility, evaluate and perform cleaning needs.
• Ability to complete required forms and documents.
• Ability to assist other housekeeping staff and perform duties in the absence of other staff members.
• Ability to perform light maintenance duties.
• Ability to perform manual labor including lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to conduct work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program.

• Required to work in a public hotel-type facility.
• Required to work 40 hours per week, with various schedules and days off other than Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.
• Required to adjust to changing schedules.
• Required to perform work outdoors, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
• Required to perform manual labor including lifting supplies and materials up to 50 lbs.
• May be required to operate a State vehicle.
• Required to travel 5% with possible overnight stays.
• Must conform to TPWD dress and grooming standards; work rules and safety procedures.
• Non-smoking work environment in State buildings and vehicles.

• Generous paid time off
• Group insurance
• Retirement and pension plans
• Training and staff development opportunities
• Longevity pay, merit pay, deferred compensation
• Flexible benefit plans
• 401(k)/457 retirement plans
• Direct deposit
• Staggered work hours
• Employee Assistance Program and Return‑to‑Work Program
• Health insurance available after a 60‑day waiting period for new employees or rehires