Custodian II

TX-HHSC-DSHS-DFPS•Harlingen, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. The state supported living centers serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are medically fragile or who have behavioral problems. The centers provide campus-based direct services and supports at 13 centers located throughout the state. The Custodian II performs moderately complex custodial work for assigned locations including office buildings, premises and/or resident living units. This role involves cleaning, dusting, disinfecting, and sanitizing to maintain a safe and healthy environment. The Custodian II operates floor maintenance equipment such as strippers, buffers, vacuums and extractors, requests and restocks supplies, assists in conducting inspections of buildings and equipment for cleanliness and needed repairs, and assists in performing minor building and equipment repairs and installations. The position also involves training other custodians as needed, maintaining assigned custodial equipment, and clearing trash and debris from outside areas around buildings. This role works under general supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Requirements

Knowledge of cleaning methods, standards, and sanitation regulations.
Knowledge of infection control principles and methods.
Knowledge of inventory control principles and methods.
Skill in use of custodial equipment, materials and the safe handling chemicals.
Skill in use and maintenance of building maintenance tools and equipment.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
Ability to train others.
Ability to supervise the work of others.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Ability to stand/walk on hard floors for extended period.
Ability to work harmoniously and productively with co-workers and residents.
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.
Eligible driving record required based on HHSC Fleet Management policy.
Graduation from a standard senior high school or equivalent; OR Paid work experience in any field; OR Unpaid housekeeping/custodial service experience.
Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aide, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct and HHS List of Excluded Individuals/ Entities (LEIE).
Males between the ages of 18 – 25 must be registered with the Selective Service.
All State Supported Living Center Employees are subject to Random Drug Testing.
All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility.

Nice To Haves

Six months of experience in custodial or environmental services work in a nursing home, hospital, residential facility, hotel or other similar residential equivalent.

Responsibilities

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.
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 floor care, restroom care, bedroom care, nurses’ station and isolation areas in accordance with established procedures and safety measures.
Maintains and cleans the interior and exterior of assigned buildings.
Reports needed repairs.
Empties trash.
Replenishes supplies as needed.
Trains and coaches other custodians as needed, and provides documentation of any training conducted.
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 residents maintain optimal health and provides a safe environment for self, persons served and others.
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.