Custodian - Public Markets

Our Vision: To make New York City the global model for inclusive innovation and economic growth, fueled by the City's diverse people and businesses.

Our Mission: Creating a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers.

Position Overview:

TheAsset Management Property Operations Departmentis responsible for protecting and enhancing the value of City-owned real estate assets and serving the operational needs of tenant businesses. In addition, the Department collects lease and fee income revenue for EDC and assists EDC in the allocation of resources among its properties.

Your Role:Reporting to the Senior Associate of Public Markets, this is a janitorial field position that will perform janitorial duties for the Operations and Maintenance (O&M) of City-owned properties within the Asset Management portfolio at NYCEDC, specifically the public markets within the EDC portfolio. There are multiple custodian openings, and you may be placed at any of the public markets within the EDC portfolio, which includes La Marqueta, Moore Street Market, and Essex Market.

The Custodian will be responsible for the general cleanup and maintenance for the sites. This role will perform the day-to-day onsite janitorial duties and assist with pest control, and any maintenance requirements for Public Markets. This role will work directly with the VP of Operations for Public Markets and Commercial Sites, field employees, Portfolio Management, and Design and Construction teams.

The position will require flexibility of working days and hours, including nights and weekend work (up to both days of the weekend), in which case other days of the week would be provided as time off.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Supervision of contracted vendors: Assist in management of contractors performing repair work within the properties, and overseeingpest control work when needed.
• Cleaning and maintaining: Clean the entrance, interior doors, hallways, lobbies, lounges, corridors, stairways, and restrooms daily, and replenish bathroom supplies as scheduled. Clean the Demo Kitchen, storage, floors, walls, tables, and elevators as needed. Clean urinals, toilets, sinks, mirrors, walls, graffiti removals; maintenance of indoor spaces, sidewalks, paths, walkways, tree pits, and gutters.
• Rubbish collection: Collect, sort, and dispose of trash accordingly. Remove and replace litter basket liner bags. Transport trash to the disposal area as needed.
• Building Exterior Maintenance Services:Perform metal maintenance; interior and exterior window cleaning; pressure washing; basic landscaping (i.e., weeding, maintaining garden beds and interior pots, etc.); and cleaning with the use of light-duty equipment (i.e., trimmers, blowers, auto scrubbers, aerial lifts, etc.). Clear periodic dumping from City streets, and remove debris from such properties.
• Snow Site Preparation and Removal - Pre-salt, snow removal, and salt Public Market sites as needed.
• Emergency Response:Respond to emergencies as required. Must be available and responsive 24/7 and able to help provide solutions during the decision-making process as issues arise.
• Site Inspections:Weekly site inspections and reports of site facilities, including any abnormal items for Mechanic repairs, such as but not limited to: sink leaks, lightbulb replacements, door malfunction, toilet malfunction, etc.).
• Duty Station and Site Reporting: This is an onsite position that requires a 5-day presence at the Public Markets with travel to our main office at One Liberty Plaza as needed. The work schedule may include weekend coverage and is subject to manager approval/consideration.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1-3 years related experience in maintenance and upkeep of commercial and/or residential properties
• Strong communication skills
• Knowledge of cleaning machines and tools, includes usage, maintenance, and minor repairs
• Knowledge of chemicals found in cleaning products, danger signs, and disposal methods
• Ability to push or carry objects up to 50 pounds, and work in adverse weather conditions including heat, cold, rain, or snow
• Ability to work in a team environment and on individual projects with minimal oversight
• Familiarity with typical building systems
• Familiarity with building and fire code codes/regulations
• Familiarity with snow removal procedures, equipment and plans
• Familiarity with using a two-way radio and iPhone
• Must maintain a valid NYS Driver License with clean driving record
• 24 hour on-call response
• New York City residency within 180 days of hire

Salary Range

$52,000-$54,000 USD

About Us:New York City Economic Development Corporation is a mission-driven, nonprofit organization that works for a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers. We take a comprehensive approach, through four main strategies: strengthen confidence in NYC as a great place to do business; grow innovative sectors, with a focus on equity; build neighborhoods as places to live, learn, work, and play; and deliver sustainable infrastructure for communities and the city's future economy.

NYCEDC is committed to offering competitive benefits to support employee health, happiness, and work-life balance. We offer comprehensive benefits and unique perks to ensure NYCEDC employees flourish in their professional and personal lives:

• Generous employer subsidized health insurance

• Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans

• Vision and hearing benefits

• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care

• Short term and long-term disability coverage

• 100% employer covered life insurance and supplemental life insurance coverage

• Up to 25 vacation days

• Floating Holidays and Summer Fridays

• Parental leave - up to 20 paid weeks

• Retirement savings programs

• Company-paid 401(a) defined contribution plan

• 457(b) tax-advantaged retirement savings plan

• Tuition Reimbursement program

• Continuing education and professional development

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer

• College savings plan

• Backup childcare

• Gym membership discounts

• A Calm.com membership for mindfulness and mental health support

• Employee discounts through Plum Benefits and much more

Benefits listed above may vary based on the length and nature of your employment with New York City Economic Development Corporation. These benefits are subject to be modified at any time, at the discretion of the organization.

The New York City Economic Development Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Social Responsibility Mission is to create a People First strategy by attracting, retaining, and engaging a diverse and talented workforce. Like the city of New York, NYCEDC knows our strength comes from each of our connected parts, making the fabric of our organization better and stronger because of our unique employees' talents.

For more information, visit our website atedc.nyc.