Custodian III

Texas Health and Human Services; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid employee health insurance

Defined benefit pension

Generous time off benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services invites applications for a Custodian III at the Waco Center for Youth. The position involves cleaning and sanitizing state hospital buildings and treatment units, restocking supplies, and supporting infection control programs.

The role requires experience in custodial or environmental services, the ability to lift 50 pounds, and flexibility for occasional evenings or weekend work. HHSC offers comprehensive benefits and a defined pension plan.

Qualifications

• One year of custodial or environmental services experience.
• Eighteen months proven work experience.
• Must obtain a valid Texas driver’s license within 90 days of hire; ability to drive state vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Attends work regularly and may operate a rotating or extended shift schedule.
• Maintains cleaning supplies, chemicals, and equipment; keeps usage records and performs minor repairs as needed.
• Coordinates cleaning, disinfection of restrooms and patient areas; ensures waste is collected and disposed of properly.
• Inspects buildings to ensure cleanliness, safety, and infection control; follows up on problem areas.
• Assists Custodial Manager with safety and infection control program implementation.
• May participate in disaster response, COOP activation, or alternate shift pattern as required.

Skills

Knowledge of cleaning techniques

Knowledge of stripping & waxing floors

Knowledge of cleaning restrooms

Knowledge of inventory control

Custodial materials & chemicals

Building maintenance tools

Ability to stay on task

Follow written & oral instructions

Lift 50 pounds

Stand/walk on hard floors

Teamwork with co-workers

Work irregular hours

Job description

Date: Sep 24, 2026

Location: WACO, TX

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. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage.

Functional Title: Custodian III Job Title: Custodian III Agency: Health & Human Services Comm Department: Housekeeping Svs Posting Number: 21724 Closing Date: 10/08/2026 Posting Audience: Internal and External Occupational Category: Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance Salary Range: $2,962.92 - $3,547.58 Pay Frequency: Monthly

Salary Group: TEXAS-A-10 Shift: Day Telework: Not Eligible for Telework Travel: Up to 15% Regular/Temporary: Regular Full Time/Part Time: Full time FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt

Facility Location:

Waco Center for Youth

Job Location City:

WACO

Job Location Address:

3501 N 19TH ST

MOS Codes:

8000,8911,BM,SN

Brief Job Description:

Would you thrive in an environment where you learn and grow personally and professionally all while helping make a positive impact on people’s lives? Do you appreciate being around others like yourself who are dependable, trustworthy, hard workers who believe in the value of teamwork? HSCS is dedicated to building an atmosphere where employees feel valued and supported while providing specialized care for Texans in need. HSCS is comprised of ten psychiatric hospitals, two youth residential treatment facilities, and thirteen state supported living centers. The psychiatric hospitals are a hub of excellence for forensic mental health and complex psychiatric care, with all facilities accredited by The Joint Commission. They provide state-of-the-art treatment that is recovery-oriented and science-based. If providing hope and healing through compassionate, innovative, and individualized care interests you, we welcome your application for the position below. The Custodian III performs highly complex (senior-level) custodial work. Responsibilities include performing, coordinating, cleaning, and sanitizing state hospital buildings and treatment units; providing housekeeping services in a clinical setting, which also involves conducting inspections of the buildings and equipment; ordering and restocking supplies and equipment; and providing backup to other custodians as needed. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Performs other duties as assigned. 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. This position may be eligible to earn additional pay for work performed on evenings, nights and/or weekends.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

• Attends work on a regular basis and may be asked 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.
• Maintains cleaning supplies, chemicals, and equipment, and maintains records of the supplies used, and building property maintenance tools and equipment. Ensures proper usage and maintenance, and if necessary, performs minor repairs on buildings and equipment (i.e., buffers, waxing machines, biohazard disposal units, vacuums, etc.). Ensures custodial supplies are restocked.
• Coordinates and performs the cleaning, dusting, and disinfecting of restrooms, all office surfaces and furniture, treatment areas, patient bedrooms, and other hospital areas, utilizing cleaning chemicals as needed; ensures all waste/trash is collected and disposed of regularly.
• Ensures all patient 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 Custodial Manager in implementing the overall hospital safety and infection control program.
• Performs other duties as assigned. 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, Skills, And Abilities (KSAs):

• 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.
• Skill in the use of custodial materials and chemicals, and in the operation of custodial equipment.
• Skill in the use and maintenance of building maintenance tools and equipment.
• Ability to stay on task and complete work in a timely manner.
• Ability to understand and 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.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements, Or Certifications:

• Must possess a valid Texas driver's license or obtain it no later than 90 days after hire date to drive a state vehicle. Applicants with an out-of-state driver's license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of driving licensure. Eligible driving record required based on HHSC Fleet Management policy. Must be able to drive state vehicles and golf carts.

Initial Screening Criteria:

• One of the following is required:
• One year of experience in custodial or environmental services work in a nursing home, hospital, residential facility, hotel, or other similar residential equivalent.

OR:

• Eighteen (18) months proven work experience.

Additional Information:

Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aid, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct, and List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE). Males between the ages of 18-25 must be registered with the Selective Service. All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility. Waco and Terrell Center for Youth applicants must be at least 21 years of age. Flexibility in work hours may be required for this position. The position 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. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, healthcare workers are considered to be at significant risk for acquiring or transmitting hepatitis B, measles, mumps, rubella, varicella (chicken pox), tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (whooping cough), and influenza. All of these diseases are vaccine preventable. As a result, state hospital policy requires employees be vaccinated according to their level of contact with individuals. In the event you choose to not be immunized for the influenza virus, you may be required to wear a mask and take other protective measures. Waco Center for Youth is a psychiatric residential treatment facility that serves teenagers ages 13 through 17 with emotional difficulties and/or behavioral problems. Waco Center for Youth bases it's treatment philosophy on the belief that both behavior change and an understanding of self and others are equally important in achieving significant long term success in treatment. The mission of Waco Center for Youth is "to give each youth a chance for change" by providing comprehensive psychiatric residential treatment services to emotionally disturbed adolescents of the state of Texas. The facility is operated by the Health and Human Services Commission and is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Care Facilities. Review our Tips for Success when applying for jobs at DFPS, DSHS and HHSC.

Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, And Veterans:

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor's Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions.

ADA Accommodations:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.

Pre-Employment Checks And Work Eligibility:

Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks. HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form

Telework Disclaimer:

This position may be eligible for telework. Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.

Nearest Major Market:

Waco