Custodial Services Supervisor

Brooklyn-Navy-Yard-Dev.-Corp.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Brooklyn Navy Yard Development Corporation (BNYDC) is a not-for-profit corporation that serves as the real estate developer and property manager of the Yard. The Supervisor leads a frontline custodial team, ensuring a safe, clean, and welcoming environment across BNY facilities.

Responsibilities include staff mentoring, scheduling, and event support, with on-site emergencies and heavy lifting as part of daily duties. A high school diploma and 4+ years in facility management are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 4+ years of facility management/janitorial experience.
• 2+ years of supervisory experience, preferably in a Unionized environment.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Equipment repair and maintenance knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of 15+ laborers, mentoring and providing staff with training and professional development opportunities.
• Support the Custodial Services Manager with administrative tasks and facility initiatives.
• Delegate tasks and monitor productivity; issue janitorial supplies and equipment.
• Manage staff schedules, maintain timekeeping and personnel records.
• Coordinate Yard-wide events and provide hands-on support in emergencies.

Skills

People leadership

Read floor plans

Microsoft Office

Oral and written communication

Attention to detail

Asset management

Initiative

Staff training

Supervisory experience

Lift 50+ pounds

On-call for emergencies

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

*Schedule: EVENINGS (Sunday-Thursday 2:00pm-11:00pm)**Summary*The Brooklyn Navy Yard Development Corporation (BNYDC) is a not-for-profit corporation that serves as the real estate developer and property manager of the Yard on behalf of its owner, the City of New York. BNYDC strives to provide an environment in which innovative companies can take root and grow.The Supervisor is responsible for managing a team of frontline custodial staff. The Custodial Services team maintains the cleanliness and appearance of BNY facilities, creating a safe, welcoming, and hygienic environment. This role is critical in fostering a motivated and productive team and ensuring all staff complete tasks efficiently.*Areas of Responsibility** Manage a team of 15+ laborers, mentoring and providing staff with training and professional development opportunities* Support the Custodial Services Manager with administrative tasks & facility initiatives* Delegate tasks and monitor productivity, issue janitorial supplies and equipment* Manage staff schedules, maintain timekeeping and personnel records* Resolve employee and tenant complaints, concerns, and conflicts* Conduct daily building walk-throughs and complete facility inspection reports* Conduct daily checks of maintenance closets and equipment for safety and cleanliness* Coordinate & support Yard-wide special events (upwards of 250 per year), including event set-up and break-down* Lift & move furniture, machinery, and other heavy equipment (upwards of 8,000 pieces moved per year)* Provide hands-on support in urgent situations. i.e., snow removal, leaks, outages, etc.* Ensure the general safety of daily operations and give immediate attention to hazards* Perform other job-related duties as assignedThe above duties and responsibilities are not intended to limit specific duties and responsibilities of this position. It is not intended to limit in any way the authority of supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.*Required Skills and Abilities** Demonstrated people leadership skills. Effective at managing & developing a team* Ability to read and decipher floor plans, understanding various layouts (conference, theater, cocktail, etc.)* Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)* Excellent oral and written communications skills. Must be able to effectively respond to the needs of employees, tenants, and visitors* Strong attention to detail and organizational skills* Strong asset management skills* Ability to maintain a positive, productive atmosphere in a fast-paced environment* High degree of initiative, self-motivation and ability to motivate others* Ability to develop and implement effective staff training procedures* Must be able to lift/move 50+ pounds*Qualifications** High School Diploma or equivalent required* 4+ years of facility management/janitorial experience* 2+ years of supervisory experience, preferably in a Unionized environment* Valid driver’s license required* Equipment repair and maintenance knowledge preferred* Must be able to be on call outside of the standard schedule as needed for emergenciesWork Location: In person