School Facilities & Operations Manager | NYC

Campus Services Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

Telemedicine Day 1

Paid holidays

401(k)

EarnedIt payroll

Financial wellness

Prescription discounts

Employee assistance

Training & development

Stock purchase plan

Job summary

Campus Services Group in New York, NY is seeking a Building Superintendent to oversee daily operations, maintenance, safety, and cleanliness of a middle school building in Lower Manhattan. This hands-on leadership role combines facilities management with supervision of custodial staff to ensure a safe, fully operational environment for students and staff.

The ideal candidate will troubleshoot HVAC, plumbing, electrical and other building systems, lead the custodial team, and coordinate with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of building maintenance, facilities, engineering, or related experience.
• Experience supervising custodial, porter, maintenance, or facilities employees.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and life-safety systems.
• Excellent communication and customer-service skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operation and maintenance of the school building.
• Perform routine inspections of classrooms, offices, mechanical rooms, common areas, restrooms, and exterior areas.
• Troubleshoot and perform general repairs involving HVAC, plumbing, electrical, lighting, carpentry, doors, locks, and other building systems.
• Identify equipment or building issues and determine whether repairs can be completed internally or require an outside contractor.
• Perform and document preventative maintenance on building systems and equipment.
• Monitor boilers, HVAC equipment, pumps, motors, mechanical systems, and other facility equipment.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and building-related concerns.
• Maintain an organized inventory of tools, equipment, parts, and maintenance supplies.
• Assist with emergency repairs and unexpected facility issues.
• Provide daily supervision and direction to the custodial and porter team.
• Assign work areas, daily responsibilities, projects, and special assignments.
• Conduct routine inspections to ensure classrooms, restrooms, offices, hallways, common areas, and other spaces meet established cleanliness standards.
• Train and coach employees on proper cleaning techniques, equipment usage, chemical safety, and workplace procedures.
• Monitor employee performance, attendance, productivity, and quality of work.
• Address performance concerns and provide ongoing coaching and feedback.
• Coordinate coverage for absences, school events, and other operational needs.
• Maintain accountability while creating a professional and team-oriented working environment.
• Serve as the primary day-to-day facilities contact for the school.
• Develop strong working relationships with the Principal, administrators, teachers, and school staff.
• Meet regularly with school leadership to discuss facility concerns, upcoming events, maintenance needs, and priorities.
• Respond professionally and promptly to requests from teachers and administrators.
• Communicate building issues, repair timelines, and operational updates clearly to school leadership.
• Maintain a visible presence throughout the school and proactively identify issues before they become larger problems.
• Ensure maintenance and custodial operations support the needs of students and the overall school community.
• Maintain a safe environment for students, employees, visitors, and contractors.
• Conduct routine safety and facility inspections.
• Ensure emergency exits, fire safety equipment, mechanical areas, and other critical areas remain accessible and properly maintained.
• Assist with fire drills, emergency procedures, inspections, and other life-safety requirements.
• Maintain required maintenance, inspection, and safety documentation.
• Follow OSHA requirements and all applicable local, state, and school safety policies.
• Work toward obtaining and maintaining the required Fire and Life Safety Director (FLSD) certification within the established timeframe.
• Maintain any additional certificates or licenses required for the operation of the facility.
• Coordinate and oversee outside vendors performing repairs, inspections, preventative maintenance, and specialized services.
• Provide contractors with access to appropriate areas and communicate the scope of work.
• Monitor contractor performance and inspect completed work.
• Obtain quotes and communicate repair recommendations to management when necessary.
• Maintain records of vendor work and recurring service requirements.
• Coordinate facilities support for school events, meetings, assemblies, and special programs.
• Oversee room setups, furniture moves, and breakdowns as required.
• Coordinate maintenance and custodial priorities around the school's academic and event schedule.
• Ensure the building is properly prepared for students and staff each day.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Campus Services Group in New York, NY is seeking a Building Superintendent to oversee daily operations, maintenance, safety, and cleanliness of a middle school building in Lower Manhattan. This hands-on leadership role combines facilities management with supervision of custodial staff to ensure a safe, fully operational environment for students and staff.

The ideal candidate will troubleshoot HVAC, plumbing, electrical and other building systems, lead the custodial team, and coordinate with