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Custodian Supervisor (DOH/NMBHI #12844)

Salary

 

$18.15 - $27.23 Hourly

$37,752 - $56,628 Annually

This position is a Pay Band C3

Posting Details

 
The New Mexico Behavioral Health Institute provides care to New Mexicans across six different divisions including hospital level inpatient psychiatric care for both civil and forensic commitments, residential treatment for adolescents, outpatient care for people with behavioral health disorders, detox and residential substance use treatment, and skilled/long-term care. As the largest behavioral health complex in the state, inpatient/residential care is provided to over 250 New Mexicans every day, along with 400 outpatient clients a month. There are over 600 employees across all the divisions of NMBHI to ensure high-quality treatment and care is delivered.

This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.

Why does the job exist?

 
Custodians perform a variety of heavy cleaning duties, such as cleaning floors, shampooing rugs, washing walls and glass, and removing trash. They may wet- or dry-mop floors, clean bathrooms, vacuum carpets, dust furniture, make minor repairs, and exterminate insects and rodents. Custodian Supervisor ensure day to day operations of their assigned division, including staffing coverage.

How does it get done?

 
-Supervise day to day division operations

-Performs routine janitorial services.

-Prepares requests to order supplies and equipment.

-Operates and performs routine repairs on equipment; checks locks on buildings and windows to maintain security.

-Performs independent janitorial services.

Who are the customers?

 
This position provides housekeeping services to all patients who are admitted to the hospital division of NMBHI.

This position also provides housekeeping services to all divisions within NMBHI.

Ideal Candidate

 
The Ideal Candidate would have:

-Experience in housekeeping, environmental services or custodial work

-Knowledge of proper cleaning, sanitation and infection control practices

-Ability to work independent and follow established cleaning procedures

-Dependable, punctual, and able to work assigned schedules

-Supervisor experience preferred

Minimum Qualification

 
Eighth grade education.

Employment Requirements

 
Must possess a valid Driver's License

Working Conditions

 
Work is performed in patient, residential and common areas with exposure to cleaning chemicals, dust, and noise.

The position requires standing, walking, bending, and lift/move a minimum of 50 lbs.

The position will include weekends, holidays and various shifts based on operational needs.

Supplemental Information

 

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Agency Contact Information: Arturo Padilla (505)454-2268 or Kaylene Maldonado (505)454-2371 Email

For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.

Bargaining Unit Position

 
This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.

Date Posted
03/21/2026
Job Reference
162275
Organization
Department of Health, State of New Mexico
Location
Las Vegas, NM 87701
Category
Operations
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