Lead Mechanic, Public Markets

New York City Economic Development Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Parental leave - up to 20 paid weeks

Up to 25 vacation days

Retirement savings programs

Job summary

New York City Economic Development Corporation seeks a Lead Mechanic to provide hands-on field support and maintenance oversight for Public Markets. The role ensures safe, clean, and operational market facilities, coordinating with vendors and internal teams.

Responsibilities include supervising contractors, managing cleaning and repairs, and supporting event setups, with flexible hours including nights and weekends. Reports to the AVP, Public Markets Operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; OSHA cert preferred/obtainable within 90 days.
• Experience maintaining commercial/residential properties and coordinating vendors.
• Strong communication and ability to work with diverse teams and management.

Responsibilities

• Supervise contracted vendors (janitorial, maintenance, security, pest control).
• Oversee on-site staff; ensure cleaning, repairs, and safety standards are met.
• Coordinate special market setups and event prep with field staff.
• Respond to facility emergencies and weather-related events, including after-hours.
• Conduct site inspections and manage cleaning supplies inventory.

Skills

Maintenance operations

Vendor coordination

Emergency response

Team communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

OSHA certification within 90 days

Tools

MS Office

Outlook

Two-way radio

iPhone operation

Cleaning equipment

Job description

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:The Lead Mechanic, Public Markets, provides hands-on field support, maintenance oversight, and operational coordination across NYCEDC’s public markets. This roleis responsible for day-to-day building operations, overseeing contracted maintenance and janitorial services, coordinating pest control activities, managing cleaning supply inventories, supporting markets maintenance, andassistingwith event and market setup .The Lead Mechanic will work closely with contracted vendors, field staff, portfolio management, design and construction teams, and Public Markets leadership to ensure market facilitiesremainsafe, clean, operational, and well-maintained.This role requires flexibility in workdays and hours, including availability for nights, weekends, emergencies, and weather-related responses and will report to the AVP, Public Markets Operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Supervision of Contracted Vendors:

• Assistwith the oversight of on-site contracted janitorial, maintenance, security, pest control, and repair vendors ; c oordinate with contractors and field staff to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, andin accordance withcontract requirements.
• Monitor vendor performance , escape service issues when standards are notmet and s upport strategies and corrective actions to help keep the public markets clean, functional, and pest-free.

Supervise and Monitor:

• Supervise mechanics and general field staff; ensure daily cleaning of entrances, interior doors, storage areas, hallways, lobbies, lounges, corridors, stairways, and restrooms, and verify bathroom supplies are replenished to standard.
• Ensure janitorial staffutilizeappropriate cleaningsupplies, materials,liquidsand other agents . Support maintenance needs including painting, cleaningfloorsand walls, replacing light bulbs, and performing minor repairs .
• Ensure building systems and public areas are safe, operable, and maintained to expected standards.

Supervise Rubbish collection & Special Cleaning

• Supervise the trash collection process and t ransport waste to disposal areas as needed.
• Coordinate cleaning, priming, and painting of building interior and exterior walls; ensure the building façade free of graffiti.
• Supervise all deep cleanings for market and outside windows in accordance with vendor’s contract requirements .

Cleaning Supplies Inventory and Ordering:

• Ensure all markets are stocked with necessary cleaning supplies; track usage and maintain inventory levels .
• Coordinate ongoing maintenance and repairs with contractors and mechanics to perform maintenance and repairs of building systems asrequired.

Emergency and Weather Response:

• Respond to facility emergencies asrequired; available and responsive 2 4/7 for after-hours , weeke nd, and severe weathe r responses including snow and ice events ; support operational decision-making as issues arise.

Site Inspections:

• Conduct weekly site inspections and report findings ; s upervise the cleaning and regular checking of all lighting fixtures and replace light bulbs as needed.

Supervise Special Market Set Ups:

• Coordinate and oversee market setup with field staff forspecial eventsand programming, including cleaning and preparation of event spaces.

Safety Data Sheet Management:

• Maintain and coordinate theSDSfor maintenance & tenants annually at each market.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 4+ years of related experience in maintenance and upkeep of commercial and/or residential properties
• Demonstrated knowledge of building systems, fire and building codes, refrigeration systems, and snow removal procedures
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 preferred; candidates must be willing and able to obtain OSHA certification within90 daysof hire
• Effective communicator with the ability to coordinate with vendors, contractors, staff, and management
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Outlook; familiarity with two-way radio and iPhone operation
• Demonstrated knowledge of cleaning equipment, tools, chemical handling, and safe disposal methods
• Ability to lift, carry, and move objects and equipment
• D emonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively with minimal supervision
• 24 hour on-call response required
• New York City residence within180 daysof hire

Salary Range

$80,000 - $82,000 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 .

N YCEDC 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:

• 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
• 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.

At NYCEDC, all applications are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team and hiring managers. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, evaluate, and make decisions regarding candidate resumes or applications. Each candidate is considered through a thoughtful, human-led review process to ensure equity , consistency, and alignment with the needs of the role.

For more information, visit our website at edc.nyc .