Custodian III

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Location:

AUSTIN, TX

Agency:
Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC)

Department:
Housekeeping Services

Posting Number: 12318

Closing Date: 02/27/2026

Posting Audience:
Internal and External

Occupational Category:
Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance

Salary Group: TEXAS-A-10

Salary Range: $2,962.92 - $3,547.58 per month

Shift: Day

Telework:
Not Eligible

Travel:
Up to 5%

Regular/Temporary:
Regular

Full Time/Part Time:
Full time

FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt:
Nonexempt

Facility

Location:

Austin State Supported Living Center

Job Location City: AUSTIN

Job Location Address: 2203 W 35TH ST

The Custodian III performs highly complex (senior level) custodial work in state supported living center buildings and resident homes. Responsibilities include performing, coordinating, cleaning, and sanitizing buildings and homes; providing housekeeping services in a residential setting and conducting inspections of the buildings and equipment. The Custodian III orders and restocks supplies and equipment and provides backup to other custodians as needed.

Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

• Attends work on a regular basis and may be required to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.
• May serve in an on-call status on a rotating schedule as required to meet operational needs of the facility.
• Maintains cleaning supplies, chemicals, and equipment, and maintains records of the supplies used, and building property maintenance tools/equipment. Ensures proper usage and maintenance, and if necessary, minor repairs on buildings and equipment (i.e., buffers, waxing machines, biohazard disposal units, vacuums, etc.).
• Ensures custodial supplies are restocked.
• Coordinates and performs cleaning, dusting, and disinfecting restrooms, all office surfaces/furniture, programming areas, residents’ homes, and bedrooms, and other SSLC areas, utilizing cleaning chemicals as needed; and ensures all waste/trash is collected and disposed of regularly.
• Ensures all resident homes/units meet or exceed the minimum standard guidelines for cleanliness, health and safety, and infection control. Inspects the buildings and identifies any problem areas in need of follow up, and ensures follow-up occurs.
• Assists the Custodian Manager in implementing the overall safety and infection control program. Oversees the work of Custodians I and II staff as needed and assists the Custodian Manager in providing training and coaching to these staff.
• Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.

• Knowledge of cleaning techniques and procedures to include how to dust, sweep and mop.
• Knowledge of how to strip and wax floors.
• Knowledge of how to clean and disinfect restrooms and shower stalls.
• Knowledge of inventory control principles and methods.
• Skills in the use of custodial materials and chemicals, and in the operation of custodial equipment.
• Skills in the use and maintenance of building maintenance tools and equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and/or written instructions.
• 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.

Must possess a valid Texas driver license or obtain it no later than 90 days after hire date to drive a state vehicle. Applicants with an out-of-state driver license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of driving licensure.…