Custodian III Job at Texas Health and Human Services in Terrell

Overview

Join to apply for the Custodian III role at Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC). Location: Terrell, TX. Posting details include department: Housekeeping Svs; facility: Terrell State Hospital; posting number: 9936; closing date: 12/05/2025; salary range: $2,769.08 - $3,547.58; pay: Monthly; shift: Day; regular/temporary: Regular; full time; nonexempt; travel: Up to 20%; telework: Not Eligible for Telework.

HHSC is dedicated to building an atmosphere where employees feel valued and supported while providing specialized care for Texans in need. This role is within a system of state hospitals and related facilities.

Responsibilities

• The Custodian III performs highly complex (senior-level) custodial work, including cleaning and sanitizing state hospital buildings and treatment units.
• Provide housekeeping services in a clinical setting, conduct inspections of buildings and equipment, and restock supplies and equipment; provide backup to other custodians as needed.
• Work under limited supervision with considerable latitude for initiative and independent judgment.
• Assist the Custodian Manager in implementing the hospital safety and infection control program.
• Performs other duties as assigned, including participation in disaster response, COOP activation, and potential alternate shift patterns or locations.

Essential Duties and Working Environment

• Attends work regularly and may be required to work specific or rotating shift schedules, including overtime as needed.
• Maintain cleaning supplies, chemicals, and equipment; keep records of usage and building maintenance tools/equipment; perform minor repairs as needed.
• Clean, dust, disinfect restrooms, offices, treatment areas, patient bedrooms, and other hospital areas; manage waste disposal.
• Ensure patient units meet cleanliness, health, safety, and infection control standards; identify and follow up on problem areas.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions; lift up to 50 pounds; stand/walk on hard floors for extended periods; work irregular hours as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge of cleaning techniques, including dusting, sweeping, mopping, and floor stripping/waxing.
• Knowledge of inventory control; skills in using custodial materials, chemicals, and equipment; ability to operate building maintenance tools.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions; ability to stay on task and complete work timely; ability to work harmoniously with coworkers and patients.
• Physical ability to lift 50 pounds and work in a hospital setting; ability to work irregular hours.

Qualifications and Screening

• Initial Screening Criteria: One of the following is required: one year of custodial/housekeeping experience in custodial or environmental services in a nursing home, hospital, residential facility, hotel, or similar setting; OR eighteen (18) months proven work experience.
• Registrations, Licensure, Certifications: None required.

Additional Information

• Applicants must pass fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks (CANRS, Nurse Aide, Medication Aide, Employee Misconduct, LEIE).
• Males aged 18-25 must be registered with Selective Service.
• Minimum age: 18 (Waco Center for Youth: 21).
• Immunization and health policy compliance required; vaccination may be required or protective measures may be used.
• HHSC uses E-Verify; bring I-9 documentation on first day.
• Telework eligibility: may be eligible for telework per policy and supervisor discretion.
• Travel up to 20% may be required.

Other

Nearest Major Market: San Antonio. This posting reflects current information and closing date; please refer to the posting for any updates.