Custodial Manager I

Texas Health & Human Services Commission•Wichita Falls, TX

20d•$2,953 - $4,366•Onsite

About The Position

The Custodial Manager I performs moderately complex, journey-level custodial supervisory work at Wichita Falls State Hospital. The position provides general guidance and direction to an assigned team of custodians and performs quality-control inspections of housekeeping services in assigned buildings, including checking appropriate use and storage of cleaning chemicals and equipment. The manager reports unsafe conditions and provides feedback about cleanliness, housekeeping and maintenance needs, and supply inventory. The role actively participates in hiring, training, and performance management, supervises others, and helps ensure assigned units are ready for internal and external inspections. Work is performed under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for initiative and independent judgment. The position also supports agency disaster response, recovery, or Continuity of Operations activations when needed, which may require a different shift pattern or work location. The role is full-time, nonexempt, based in Wichita Falls, and not eligible for telework. Travel may be up to 20%.

Requirements

Two years of experience in a supervisory or leadership role.
Knowledge of cleaning techniques and procedures, inventory control principles and methods, housekeeping services, procedures, chemical usage, and equipment.
Skills in using custodial materials, chemicals, and operating equipment, and in inspecting work areas.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, plan, organize and supervise the work of others, and prioritize job tasks.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
Must possess a valid Texas driver's license or obtain one no later than 90 days after hire to drive a state vehicle. Applicants with an out-of-state license must provide an original certified driving record from the licensing state; an eligible driving record under HHSC Fleet Management policy is required.
Must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and specified registry checks.
Applicants must be at least 18 years old for employment at a state-operated facility.
Compliance with HHSC immunization policy and state hospital immunization operating procedures is required.
Must provide I-9 documentation on the first day of work.

Responsibilities

Perform routine inspections of assigned units, correct deficiencies, and provide feedback to custodians.
Prepare reports of work activities and organize job tasks, seeking assistance from a supervisor when needed.
Monitor employee performance, provide feedback and on-the-job training, and conduct performance evaluations for assigned custodians.
Participate in interviewing, hiring, and employee exit processes; exercise hiring and termination authority; and ensure vacancies are filled promptly so work can be distributed equitably.
Maintain supply inventory for assigned units and emphasize inventory maintenance to custodians.
Ensure staff comply with Environmental Services standard operating procedures.
Represent the Environmental Services department on ad hoc committees as requested.
Check appropriate use and storage of cleaning chemicals and equipment during quality-control inspections.
Report unsafe conditions and provide feedback on cleanliness, housekeeping and maintenance needs, and supply inventory.
Participate in agency disaster response, recovery, or Continuity of Operations activities as needed, potentially at an alternate shift or location.
Perform other duties as assigned.