Facilities Manager

Overview

TITLE: Facilities Manager

REPORTS TO: Director of Operations

DEPARTMENT: Early Head Start & Administration

LOCATION: Rose Center at 80 Pitt St. and Essex Community Center at 175 Delancey St.

SALARY: $75,000 - $85,000, commensurate with experience & excellent benefits

DATE: January 2026

SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday, 7am - 3pm; standard building operating hours and some evenings and weekends as needed for programming and special events.

About Grand Street Settlement: Since our founding in 1916, Grand St. Settlement has offered a continuum of innovative programs ranging from early childhood and youth development to support for adults and seniors. While community needs may have shifted over the years, our services are still rooted in the founding belief that through their influence and resources, community members have the capacity to empower their neighbors while also enriching their own lives.

Responsible for all maintenance and facilities-related issues at 80 Pitt Street (The Rose Center) and 175 Delancey (Essex Crossing) including supervision of maintenance and security staff and providing additional facilities and maintenance support for other GSS facilities in the LES as-needed.

• Candidate must successfully complete: NYSDOH Fingerprinting Screening, NYS Clearance Review Background Check, SEL, 3 Reference Checks, Physical w/ updated TB test

• Oversee all cleaning and maintenance operations for two busy work sites
• Supervises maintenance and security staff; provides daily supervision and coordinates work schedules
• Participates in cleaning activities as program schedule dictates
• Responsible for hiring, termination, and progressive discipline of maintenance and security staff
• Performs minor repairs related to building systems including plumbing, locks, boiler room, painting, electrical, plastering, etc.
• Purchases maintenance supplies and oversee all inventory
• Liaises with GSS and NYCHA/Gompers maintenance department and the Essex Crossing Management Team as needed
• Negotiates contract terms and agreements with maintenance contractors and others as appropriate
• Responsible for recycling and trash programs in compliance with NYC requirements
• Responsible for preventive maintenance of building systems and facility furniture, fixtures, and equipment
• Schedules and coordinates regular exterminator visits
• Coordinates and monitors inspections for NYC Fire Department, Department of Health, NYCHA, NYCDOB, fire suppression (kitchen), fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems, fire alarm and burglar alarm. Conducts and logs monthly fire and other emergency drills
• Assist with the coordination of space rentals, and the set up and tear down of internal events as assigned
• Manages, coordinates, uploads, and codes payments of appropriate vendors
• Oversee the repair, inspection, and maintenance of the GSS shuttle vans
• Provides maintenance support to all GSS off-site programs
• On-call and available for 24-hour emergencies
• Attend staff and manager meetings as required
• Other duties and projects assigned

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Certification of Fitness required: (F01), (S95)
• Certification of Fitness recommended: (F03) and (W07)
• At least three years of experience managing maintenance staff and contractors
• Expert knowledge of HVAC, boiler, electrical, and plumbing systems
• Expert knowledge of floor care, painting, and furniture and shelving installation
• Ability to operate all standard maintenance equipment and tools and perform minor repairs
• Understanding of technology and security infrastructure including cabling, security cameras, door access, etc.
• Understanding of safety and security best practices
• Understanding of NYC fire and building code
• NYC Fire Department licenses for conducting fire drills, maintaining and operating fire alarm and sprinkler systems. Ability to manage and direct in-house staff, consultants, vendors and contractors
• Ability to develop technical specifications, estimates, and negotiate and procure equipment
• Good reading and writing skills
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to sit, stand, climb stairs, lift/move 50lbs, operate and climb a ladder

Please submit a resume and thoughtful cover letter, outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position you are applying for. If selected, we ask that you also provide us with three (3) professional references that we can contact (at least one (1) professional reference should be from a former supervisor). Please click on the link provided below, or use the link in a search bar, and apply online through our career center.

No phone calls, please!

Please be advised that job offers can only be made once your clearances come through!

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