Custodian, Bureau of Operations

Permanent Custodian

The Bureau of Operations is responsible for Citywide management of the District Health facilities in all five boroughs which comprise over 300,000 square footages of property. Bureau of Operations provides infrastructure and general business services to the agency, to support effective and efficient delivery of public health services. The Bureau of Operations provides key, vital support services to the Department including but not limited to the Public Health Laboratory and the District Health Centers throughout the five boroughs. Responsibilities include : supervising the cleaning, operation, and maintenance of one or more medium or large-sized buildings and their immediate grounds, including lawns and shrubs; performing work of moderate difficulty and responsible for the enforcement of safety requirements in such assigned areas; supervising custodial employees on an assigned shift in a large or extremely large building; in a medium sized building or in a large building providing, overseeing the operation of a low pressure heating system; supervising minor repairs; coordinating and supervising the moving of furniture and equipment; serving as Fire Safety Director and attending to FDNY citation for building violations; training personnel in safe work methods and use of equipment and materials; preparing work schedules; investigating and adjusting complaints about service and personnel; performing the duties of subordinates, as needed; and maintaining cleanliness and maintenance of large public buildings. Inspect interior and exterior of assigned building daily, including boiler, elevators and related equipment. Order janitorial supplies. Perform other related work as needed and / or requested.

Why you should work for us :

• Loan Forgiveness : As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal / state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance.
• Benefits : City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment. Additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position's associated union / benefit fund. A public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement. A tax-deferred savings program and a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
• Work From Home Policy : Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
• Job Security : You could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work.

The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at sahn1@health.nyc.gov or 347-396-6549.