Custodian II

Role Overview

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is hiring a Custodian II for its Big Spring State Hospital facility in Big Spring, Texas. This journey-level custodial role supports a safe, clean, and healthy environment by performing routine cleaning, sanitation, and light maintenance tasks across assigned areas.

HHSC offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible full-time employees, including 100% employer-paid health insurance, a defined benefit pension plan, generous leave benefits, and opportunities for career growth.

Role Details

Functional title: Custodian II

Department: Housekeeping Services

Agency: Health & Human Services Commission

Posting number: 18359

Closing date: 08/28/2026

Audience: Internal and external candidates

Occupational category: Building and grounds cleaning and maintenance

Salary range: USD 2,694.70 to 3,269.08 per month

Salary group: TEXAS-A-08

Shift: Day shift, with first-shift and second-shift coverage indicated

Telework: Not eligible for telework

Travel: Up to 20%

Employment type: Regular, full-time, non-exempt

Facility: Big Spring State Hospital

Work location: 1901 N Highway 87, Big Spring, TX

MOS codes: 8000, 8911, BM, SN

What You’ll Do

This position is responsible for moderately complex custodial work that keeps the hospital environment sanitary, orderly, and safe for patients, staff, and visitors. The role includes routine cleaning, floor care, supply restocking, inspections, minor repairs, and outdoor cleanup, while working with limited supervision and using initiative when needed.

Additional Notes

This role may qualify for extra compensation when working evenings, nights, or weekends. In addition, the job may require participation in disaster response, recovery, or continuity of operations activities, which could involve changes to shift pattern and/or work location.

Employees may also be asked to work rotating schedules, extended shifts, or overtime based on agency needs and leave policy.

Hiring and Compliance Information

Applicants must pass a fingerprint-based criminal background check, a pre-employment drug screen, and multiple registry screenings, including CANRS, Nurse Aide, Medication Aide, Employee Misconduct, and LEIE checks.

Males aged 18 through 25 must be registered with Selective Service. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to work at a state-operated facility; however, applicants for Waco and Terrell Center for Youth must be 21 or older.

This position requires compliance with HHSC immunization policies and state hospital immunization procedures. Depending on contact level, vaccination requirements may apply. If influenza vaccination is declined, masking and other protective measures may be required.

HHSC uses E-Verify, and new hires must bring I-9 documentation on their first day. Reasonable accommodations are available during the hiring process for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Military and Accessibility Information

Candidates with military experience, including active-duty service members, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans, are encouraged to apply if they meet the qualifications. The agency also provides reasonable accommodation during application and interview stages in accordance with the ADA.

The organization references military crosswalk resources for applicants whose service relates to the role’s qualifications.

About the Work Environment

The broader agency environment focuses on specialized care, recovery-oriented treatment, and teamwork. The role supports patients and staff by maintaining cleanliness, assisting with minor maintenance, and helping ensure a healthy and dependable care setting.

All stated duties, including additional assignments, may be adjusted to meet operational needs.