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Custodian II at Texas Health & Human Services Commission

Custodian II

Texas Health & Human Services Commission · Austin, TX, US

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Custodian II

Texas Health & Human Services Commission · Austin, TX, US

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About the Role

The Custodian II performs moderately complex custodial work, cleaning, dusting, disinfecting, and sanitizing to maintain a safe and healthy environment. This role involves operating floor maintenance equipment, managing supplies, assisting with inspections and minor repairs, and maintaining outside areas. The position operates under general supervision with moderate latitude for initiative and independent judgment.

Responsibilities

  • Cleans, dusts, disinfects, and sanitizes to maintain a safe and healthy environment.
  • Operates floor maintenance equipment such as strippers, buffers, vacuums, and extractors.
  • Requests and restocks supplies as necessary.
  • Assists in conducting inspections of buildings and equipment for cleanliness and needed repairs.
  • Assists in performing minor building and equipment repairs and installations.
  • Accountable for maintaining assigned custodial equipment in good working order.
  • Maintains outside areas around the hospital, clears trash and debris.
  • Performs custodial functions timely and with high quality including sweeping, mopping, dusting, and cleaning windows and light fixtures.
  • Ensures proper sanitization and disinfection in accordance with training received.
  • Cleans and maintains floors, restrooms, nurses’ station, and other areas in accordance with established procedures and safety measures.
  • Maintains and cleans the interior and exterior of assigned buildings, empties trash, reports needed repairs.
  • Replenishes supplies as needed.
  • Coaches other custodians as needed.
  • Inspects assigned buildings and areas for cleanliness, completed work, and needed minor repairs, and performs minor maintenance.
  • Completes documentation in an accurate and timely manner.
  • Protects confidential information.
  • Maintains inventory and equipment records.
  • Helps patients maintain optimal health and provides a safe environment for self, persons served and others.
  • Actively participates and/or serves in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation.
  • May require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location for disaster response or COOP activation.

Requirements

  • Six months’ work experience required.
  • Experience in custodial or environmental services work in a nursing home, hospital, residential facility, hotel or other similar residential equivalent preferred.
  • Must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks.
  • Males between the ages of 18-25 must be registered with the Selective Service.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility.
  • Flexibility in work hours may be required.
  • May be required to work overtime and/or extended hours.
  • Compliance with HHSC immunization policy and state hospital operating procedures related to immunizations is required.
  • Applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.
  • Must bring I-9 documentation on the first day of work.

Skills

  • Knowledge of cleaning methods, standards, and sanitation regulations.
  • Knowledge of infection control principles and methods.
  • Knowledge of inventory control principles and methods.
  • Skills in the use of custodial equipment, materials, and the safe handling chemicals.
  • Skills in the use and maintenance of building maintenance tools and equipment.
  • Ability to stay on task and complete work timely.
  • Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds.
  • Ability to stand/walk on hard floors for extended periods.
  • Ability to work harmoniously and productively with co-workers and patients.
  • Ability to work irregular hours.

Location

  • Austin, TX

Work Type

  • Full-time
  • Onsite

Experience Level

  • Journey-level

Education Level

  • None

Salary/Compensations

  • $32,336.76 - $39,237.96

Benefits

  • 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees
  • Defined benefit pension plan
  • Generous time off benefits
  • Numerous opportunities for career advancement

About the Company

  • Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans.
  • HHSC offers a supportive environment for employees.
  • HHSC is comprised of ten psychiatric hospitals, two youth residential treatment facilities, and thirteen state supported living centers.
  • Psychiatric hospitals are a hub of excellence for forensic mental health and complex psychiatric care, with all facilities accredited by The Joint Commission.
  • Facilities provide state-of-the-art treatment that is recovery-oriented and science-based.

Equal Opportunity

  • HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability.