Travis County, TX
Salary:
$22.50 - $24.23 Hourly Location :
Austin, TX Job Type:
Full Time Job Number:
25-10109 Department:
Facilities Management - 1 Opening Date:
07/24/2025 Closing Date:
8/24/2025 11:59 PM Central
Job Summary Are you looking for career opportunities that provide top-notch benefits including paid vacation & sick leave, outstanding health & dental insurance, a free health clinic for you & your dependents, a generous retirement plan, and much more?
Travis County's Facilities Management Department has great jobs that serve dozens of facilities across the county. We offer stable career options with training and tuition reimbursement available to get you to the next level in your career.
The Custodian Lead functions as crew leader for a small crew performing custodial and simple repair and maintenance work in County buildings. This is a working leader position with incumbent also responsible for the normal range of participation in custodial duties. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This is the second in a series of three custodial-related job classifications within the Maintenance job family. This classification functions as a working lead over the activities of other custodial positions in addition to the normal range of custodial duties. This classification is distinguished from the Custodial Services Supervisor, which is responsible for the full range of supervisory duties over a custodial team or teams. This classification may require work in secure facilities. This classification may require a flexible work schedule in order to meet the needs of the department.
Duties and Responsibilities
Coordinates and assigns the activities of crewmembers, inspects work for quality and explains needed improvements in performance. Provides on-the-job training for assigned staff related to cleaning procedures and use of cleaning supplies. Identifies building deficiencies and generates work requests. Distributes equipment, supplies and materials to crew. Performs general cleaning, sweeps, mops, dusts, scrubs, vacuums, empties waste baskets and recycling containers. Cleans walls, windows, light fixtures and air supply/return registers. Cleans and disinfects restrooms and restocks restroom supplies. Operates buffer, stripper, waxer, vacuum and carpet cleaning machines. Performs minor repairs, such as replacing light bulbs and other similar replaceable items. Unstops and repairs toilets. Moves office furniture and other items, as required. Secures and locks buildings, and sets alarms. Ensures lights are turned out in completed spaces. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements
Education and Experience: Two (2) years of work experience and training in general custodial and/or building maintenance functions;
OR,
Any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.
Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements: Valid Texas Driver's License. Must pass a criminal background check for CJIS clearance. Applicants are required to successfully pass the background investigation, including fingerprint clearance. Must be able to work PM shifts to meet the needs of Travis County. Preferred: High School diploma or G.E.D. One (1) year of lead or supervisory experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
Policies, practices, procedures and methods of janitorial/custodial functions. Applicable safety practices and regulations. Cleaning equipment, products, techniques, and standards. Principles and practices of leading assigned staff. Skill in:
Operating cleaning equipment, such as buffers, strippers, waxers, vacuums, and carpet cleaning machines. Coordinating the work activities of assigned staff. Resolving routine issues effectively at the crew level. Reading and spelling. Both verbal and written communication, including conveying and following instructions. Ability to:
Understand and follow instructions and communicate effectively as needed to perform the job functions. Supervise the work of subordinates and instruct them in proper work methods and procedures. Safely and correctly operate cleaning equipment used for cleaning and maintaining facilities. Work independently and efficiently. Manage time well and meet timelines. Communicate effectively. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with assigned staff, representatives of outside agencies, other County employees and officials, and the general public.
Work Environment & Other Information
Physical requirements include the ability to lift up to 50 pounds/carry up to 25 pounds, visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity. Subject to standing, walking, sitting, repetitive motion, reaching, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pushing, pulling, balancing, client/customer contact, squatting to perform the essential functions. Subject to contact with hazardous waste, foul odors, animal and human fecal matter, insects and rodents, and exposure to outside elements.
Travis County employees play an important role in business continuity. As such, employees can be assigned to business continuity efforts outside of normal job functions.
This job description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.
Work Hours: Monday through Friday, 2PM to 10:30PM Works some holidays, works some weekends, works all nights.
$22.50 - $24.23 hourly plus shift differential of $1.50 Department: Facilities Management Location: Austin, TX 78701 Criminal, Driving, and Employment Background Checks Required. Benefits Employment at Travis County comes with a full array of benefits. We offer comprehensive health insurance, a no-cost, on-site Health and Wellness clinic, longevity pay, paid vacations, sick time and personal holidays, not to mention an industry competitive salary structure and a friendly, stable work environment. FY2025 Travis County Benefit Guide
In this valuable you will find benefit summaries, eligibility requirements, costs, contact numbers and addresses as well as other general information on the benefits available to Travis County Employees and Retirees.
Credit Union Employees may join the Travis County Credit Union which offers low-interest loans, savings plans through payroll deduction, safe deposit boxes and other benefits.
Deferred Compensation Employees may enroll in a tax- free sheltered investment plan through payroll deduction.
Direct Deposit Employees may sign up for direct bank deposit.
Employee Assistance Program Travis County provides a confidential counseling and referral service free of charge to county employees and their family.
Employee Organizations Membership in the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees Union is available through payroll deduction.
Employee Health & Wellness Clinic Employees may access the clinic for a variety of wellness program and health care services with no co-pay, no deductible and no co-insurance costs.
Holidays An average of eleven paid holidays are designated by the Travis County Commissioners Court at the beginning of each fiscal year.
Insurance Employees may select from four plans: an Exclusive Physician Organization (EPO), Choice Plus Preferred Physician Organization (PPO), Consumer Choice or a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA). All four options include a Pharmacy Plan. Travis County's current policy is to pay 100% of the employee's health insurance premium for the Consumer Choice and HDHP. Employees will pay a premium for both the EPO and PPO. Other insurance benefits include $50,000 Basic Life and AD&D paid by the County.
The following benefits are employee paid:
Dental Vision Supplemental Life, AD&D Dependent Life Short Term Disability Long Term Disability Long Term Care
New employees are covered on the first day of the month following 28 calendar days of employment.
Longevity Longevity pay is paid for each year completed after three years of continuous service. Peace Officers in a law enforcement activity, whose job requires state peace officer certification, receive pay after one year of certification.
On the regular payday on or after the employee's fourth and subsequent adjusted service dates, he or she receives a single payment for the previous year.
Parking A limited number of assigned parking spaces are available to employees in the Courthouse Complex.
Personal Holidays Regular, full-time employees are eligible for up to three paid personal holidays each calendar year. Part-time employees shall be granted personal holidays on a prorated basis. New employees earn personal holidays for the calendar year in which he/she begins employment, based on the month in which employment begins:
January - March
3 personal holidays April - June
2 personal holidays
July - September
1 personal holiday October - December
None
New employees are eligible to take personal holidays after 90 days of employment. Retirement Travis County is a member of the Texas County & District Retirement System with mandatory participation by certain classes of employees. Seven percent (7%) of the gross salary is deducted each pay period. An employee is fully vested after eight years of service. Benefits are prorated for part-time employees.
Sick Leave Regular employees earn sick leave at a rate of eight hours per month with unlimited accrual during employment. Part-time employees earn sick leave on a pro-rated basis.
Parental Leave Each Full-time Paid Parental Leave Eligible (PPL) Employee is entitled to a total of 320 hours of Paid Parental Leave in a 12 month period. Paid Parental Leave for Part-time PPL Eligible Employees is prorated based on the number of hours that they are regularly scheduled to work.
Tuition Refund Certain classes of full-time employees may receive reimbursement for fees associated with pre-approved, job related course work completed satisfactorily.
Vacation Based on years of county service, regular, full-time employees earn vacation time at the following rates:
0 to 5 years
4.0 hours per pay period
6 to 10 years
4.5 hours per pay period
11 to 15 years
5.0 hours per pay period
16 to 20 years
5.5 hours per pay period
21 plus years
6.0 hours per pay period
Part-time employees earn vacation leave on a pro-rated basis. Workers' Compensation The county provides all employees workers' compensation coverage with benefits in accordance with state statute, if the employee sustains an injury out of, or in the course of work. 01
Do you have two (2) years of work experience in general custodial work including strong floor tech experience waxing floors and stripping floors; OR any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job?
Yes No
02
How many years of experience do you have with commercial custodial work?
Less than 2 years 2 to 3 years 3 to 4 years 5 years or more
03
How many years of lead or supervisory experience do you have?
None Less than 1 year 1 to 2 years 3 years or more
04
How many years of experience do you have waxing floors and stripping floors?
Less than 1 year 2 years 2 to 3 years 3 to 4 years 5 years or more
05
Are you available to work all night shifts from 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM?
Yes No
06
Do you have a valid Texas Driver's License?
Yes No
07
Are you currently a Travis County Employee?
Yes No
08
Are you related to a Travis County Employee?
Yes No
09
If you answered "yes" to the previous question, please provide name, department and relationship to you. If you answered "no" please type "N/A" Required Question
$22.50 - $24.23 Hourly Location :
Austin, TX Job Type:
Full Time Job Number:
25-10109 Department:
Facilities Management - 1 Opening Date:
07/24/2025 Closing Date:
8/24/2025 11:59 PM Central
Job Summary Are you looking for career opportunities that provide top-notch benefits including paid vacation & sick leave, outstanding health & dental insurance, a free health clinic for you & your dependents, a generous retirement plan, and much more?
Travis County's Facilities Management Department has great jobs that serve dozens of facilities across the county. We offer stable career options with training and tuition reimbursement available to get you to the next level in your career.
The Custodian Lead functions as crew leader for a small crew performing custodial and simple repair and maintenance work in County buildings. This is a working leader position with incumbent also responsible for the normal range of participation in custodial duties. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This is the second in a series of three custodial-related job classifications within the Maintenance job family. This classification functions as a working lead over the activities of other custodial positions in addition to the normal range of custodial duties. This classification is distinguished from the Custodial Services Supervisor, which is responsible for the full range of supervisory duties over a custodial team or teams. This classification may require work in secure facilities. This classification may require a flexible work schedule in order to meet the needs of the department.
Duties and Responsibilities
Coordinates and assigns the activities of crewmembers, inspects work for quality and explains needed improvements in performance. Provides on-the-job training for assigned staff related to cleaning procedures and use of cleaning supplies. Identifies building deficiencies and generates work requests. Distributes equipment, supplies and materials to crew. Performs general cleaning, sweeps, mops, dusts, scrubs, vacuums, empties waste baskets and recycling containers. Cleans walls, windows, light fixtures and air supply/return registers. Cleans and disinfects restrooms and restocks restroom supplies. Operates buffer, stripper, waxer, vacuum and carpet cleaning machines. Performs minor repairs, such as replacing light bulbs and other similar replaceable items. Unstops and repairs toilets. Moves office furniture and other items, as required. Secures and locks buildings, and sets alarms. Ensures lights are turned out in completed spaces. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements
Education and Experience: Two (2) years of work experience and training in general custodial and/or building maintenance functions;
OR,
Any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.
Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements: Valid Texas Driver's License. Must pass a criminal background check for CJIS clearance. Applicants are required to successfully pass the background investigation, including fingerprint clearance. Must be able to work PM shifts to meet the needs of Travis County. Preferred: High School diploma or G.E.D. One (1) year of lead or supervisory experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
Policies, practices, procedures and methods of janitorial/custodial functions. Applicable safety practices and regulations. Cleaning equipment, products, techniques, and standards. Principles and practices of leading assigned staff. Skill in:
Operating cleaning equipment, such as buffers, strippers, waxers, vacuums, and carpet cleaning machines. Coordinating the work activities of assigned staff. Resolving routine issues effectively at the crew level. Reading and spelling. Both verbal and written communication, including conveying and following instructions. Ability to:
Understand and follow instructions and communicate effectively as needed to perform the job functions. Supervise the work of subordinates and instruct them in proper work methods and procedures. Safely and correctly operate cleaning equipment used for cleaning and maintaining facilities. Work independently and efficiently. Manage time well and meet timelines. Communicate effectively. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with assigned staff, representatives of outside agencies, other County employees and officials, and the general public.
Work Environment & Other Information
Physical requirements include the ability to lift up to 50 pounds/carry up to 25 pounds, visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity. Subject to standing, walking, sitting, repetitive motion, reaching, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pushing, pulling, balancing, client/customer contact, squatting to perform the essential functions. Subject to contact with hazardous waste, foul odors, animal and human fecal matter, insects and rodents, and exposure to outside elements.
Travis County employees play an important role in business continuity. As such, employees can be assigned to business continuity efforts outside of normal job functions.
This job description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.
Work Hours: Monday through Friday, 2PM to 10:30PM Works some holidays, works some weekends, works all nights.
$22.50 - $24.23 hourly plus shift differential of $1.50 Department: Facilities Management Location: Austin, TX 78701 Criminal, Driving, and Employment Background Checks Required. Benefits Employment at Travis County comes with a full array of benefits. We offer comprehensive health insurance, a no-cost, on-site Health and Wellness clinic, longevity pay, paid vacations, sick time and personal holidays, not to mention an industry competitive salary structure and a friendly, stable work environment. FY2025 Travis County Benefit Guide
In this valuable you will find benefit summaries, eligibility requirements, costs, contact numbers and addresses as well as other general information on the benefits available to Travis County Employees and Retirees.
Credit Union Employees may join the Travis County Credit Union which offers low-interest loans, savings plans through payroll deduction, safe deposit boxes and other benefits.
Deferred Compensation Employees may enroll in a tax- free sheltered investment plan through payroll deduction.
Direct Deposit Employees may sign up for direct bank deposit.
Employee Assistance Program Travis County provides a confidential counseling and referral service free of charge to county employees and their family.
Employee Organizations Membership in the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees Union is available through payroll deduction.
Employee Health & Wellness Clinic Employees may access the clinic for a variety of wellness program and health care services with no co-pay, no deductible and no co-insurance costs.
Holidays An average of eleven paid holidays are designated by the Travis County Commissioners Court at the beginning of each fiscal year.
Insurance Employees may select from four plans: an Exclusive Physician Organization (EPO), Choice Plus Preferred Physician Organization (PPO), Consumer Choice or a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA). All four options include a Pharmacy Plan. Travis County's current policy is to pay 100% of the employee's health insurance premium for the Consumer Choice and HDHP. Employees will pay a premium for both the EPO and PPO. Other insurance benefits include $50,000 Basic Life and AD&D paid by the County.
The following benefits are employee paid:
Dental Vision Supplemental Life, AD&D Dependent Life Short Term Disability Long Term Disability Long Term Care
New employees are covered on the first day of the month following 28 calendar days of employment.
Longevity Longevity pay is paid for each year completed after three years of continuous service. Peace Officers in a law enforcement activity, whose job requires state peace officer certification, receive pay after one year of certification.
On the regular payday on or after the employee's fourth and subsequent adjusted service dates, he or she receives a single payment for the previous year.
Parking A limited number of assigned parking spaces are available to employees in the Courthouse Complex.
Personal Holidays Regular, full-time employees are eligible for up to three paid personal holidays each calendar year. Part-time employees shall be granted personal holidays on a prorated basis. New employees earn personal holidays for the calendar year in which he/she begins employment, based on the month in which employment begins:
January - March
3 personal holidays April - June
2 personal holidays
July - September
1 personal holiday October - December
None
New employees are eligible to take personal holidays after 90 days of employment. Retirement Travis County is a member of the Texas County & District Retirement System with mandatory participation by certain classes of employees. Seven percent (7%) of the gross salary is deducted each pay period. An employee is fully vested after eight years of service. Benefits are prorated for part-time employees.
Sick Leave Regular employees earn sick leave at a rate of eight hours per month with unlimited accrual during employment. Part-time employees earn sick leave on a pro-rated basis.
Parental Leave Each Full-time Paid Parental Leave Eligible (PPL) Employee is entitled to a total of 320 hours of Paid Parental Leave in a 12 month period. Paid Parental Leave for Part-time PPL Eligible Employees is prorated based on the number of hours that they are regularly scheduled to work.
Tuition Refund Certain classes of full-time employees may receive reimbursement for fees associated with pre-approved, job related course work completed satisfactorily.
Vacation Based on years of county service, regular, full-time employees earn vacation time at the following rates:
0 to 5 years
4.0 hours per pay period
6 to 10 years
4.5 hours per pay period
11 to 15 years
5.0 hours per pay period
16 to 20 years
5.5 hours per pay period
21 plus years
6.0 hours per pay period
Part-time employees earn vacation leave on a pro-rated basis. Workers' Compensation The county provides all employees workers' compensation coverage with benefits in accordance with state statute, if the employee sustains an injury out of, or in the course of work. 01
Do you have two (2) years of work experience in general custodial work including strong floor tech experience waxing floors and stripping floors; OR any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job?
Yes No
02
How many years of experience do you have with commercial custodial work?
Less than 2 years 2 to 3 years 3 to 4 years 5 years or more
03
How many years of lead or supervisory experience do you have?
None Less than 1 year 1 to 2 years 3 years or more
04
How many years of experience do you have waxing floors and stripping floors?
Less than 1 year 2 years 2 to 3 years 3 to 4 years 5 years or more
05
Are you available to work all night shifts from 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM?
Yes No
06
Do you have a valid Texas Driver's License?
Yes No
07
Are you currently a Travis County Employee?
Yes No
08
Are you related to a Travis County Employee?
Yes No
09
If you answered "yes" to the previous question, please provide name, department and relationship to you. If you answered "no" please type "N/A" Required Question