Senior Building Operations Lead – NYC

Barnes & Noble, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discount

EAP

Sick Pay

Paid Time Off including paid maternity

Parental Leave

Company Paid Holidays

401(k) with Company Match

Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, VIs

Job summary

BARNES & NOBLE, INC. is seeking a Building Supervisor for a commercial office building in New York. The role covers daily operations, maintenance, safety compliance, and service requests to keep the property running smoothly.

Responsibilities include inspecting major systems like HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life-safety, coordinating vendors, and maintaining records. The position requires 3–5 years in building operations and a valid driver's license, with NYC certifications a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or trade school certification preferred.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in building operations, facilities management, or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of building systems: HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety, elevators.
• Valid State issued driver's license.
• Willingness to obtain NYC Fire Department Certificates of Fitness (e.g., S-95, F-01, S-12) preferred.
• Familiarity with NYC building codes and compliance requirements.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lift, climb ladders, and work in various building environments.
• Availability for emergency calls outside of normal working hours.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and oversee daily inspections of the building and all major building systems, including HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, boiler, elevator, life-safety, and fire-protection systems, ensuring proper operation and promptly identifying deficiencies or potential hazards.
• Respond to, prioritize, and coordinate service requests and maintenance issues involving HVAC, heating and cooling systems, lighting, plumbing, boilers, elevators, and general building repairs, ensuring timely resolution and minimal disruption to residents, tenants, and building operations.
• Perform required weekly cooling tower bacteria testing, maintain accurate testing records, and ensure timely submission of required documentation to the appropriate NYC regulatory agencies in accordance with applicable requirements.
• Develop, implement, and oversee preventive maintenance programs for building equipment and systems to promote reliable operation, extend equipment life, reduce emergency repairs, and maintain a safe and well-maintained property.
• Maintain comprehensive and accurate records of maintenance activities, inspections, service calls, equipment repairs, preventive maintenance, testing, certifications, permits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
• Ensure building operations and maintenance activities comply with applicable NYC Building Code requirements and regulations, including requirements established by the FDNY, Department of Buildings (DOB), OSHA, and other applicable regulatory agencies.
• Coordinate and oversee contractors, vendors, and service providers performing work within the building, including scheduling, access, work verification, and follow-up to ensure work is completed safely, properly, and in accordance with building requirements.
• Monitor building conditions and proactively identify maintenance, safety, security, and operational concerns, taking appropriate corrective action and escalating significant issues when necessary.
• Maintain and manage an adequate inventory of maintenance supplies, tools, parts, and equipment; monitor usage and reorder materials as needed to support uninterrupted building operations.
• Serve as an after-hours emergency contact for building-related incidents, responding to urgent maintenance, mechanical, plumbing, heating, electrical, life-safety, and other operational emergencies as required.
• Maintain effective communication with management, residents, tenants, vendors, contractors, and emergency personnel regarding building conditions, maintenance activities, service interruptions, and significant incidents.
• Periodically provide front lobby coverage, assisting residents and visitors, receiving deliveries, monitoring building activity, and supporting general building operations and security procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe, orderly, and properly functioning building environment and promptly address conditions that may present a safety, maintenance, or operational concern.

Skills

Strong communication

Leadership

Problem solving

Emergency readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade/technical school certification preferred

Job description

BARNES & NOBLE, INC. is seeking a Building Supervisor for a commercial office building in New York. The role covers daily operations, maintenance, safety compliance, and service requests to keep the property running smoothly.

Responsibilities include inspecting major systems like HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life-safety, coordinating vendors, and maintaining records. The position requires 3–5 years in building operations and a valid driver's license, with NYC certifications a plus.