Custodial supervisor Jobs in New York, NY

GENERAL DUTIES

Under supervision, perform work of ordinary difficulty and responsibility supervising cleaning and maintenance of buildings, their furnishings and their immediate grounds.

There are no Assignment Levels within this classification. All personnel perform related work. This specification describes typical assignments; related duties may be assigned as needed.

On an assigned tour of duty, supervises a small- to medium-sized group of employees, principally cleaners, engaged in cleaning and maintaining college buildings and their furnishings. This involves such tasks as sweeping, dusting, scrubbing, polishing, washing, shampooing carpets, cleaning sidewalks and walkways of dirt, debris and snow, gathering and disposing of refuse in accordance with New York City recycling regulations, operating elevators, moving school furniture, and mowing and caring for lawns.

• Inspects work of subordinates to insure maximum efficiency, economy and quality of work.
• Prepares work schedules utilizing college systems for scheduling and / or timekeeping.
• Stores and issues supplies.
• Trains or arranges for training of new employees.
• Monitors and evaluates employee performance in keeping with CUNY guidelines.
• Maintains records and prepares required reports.
• Oversees the use and maintenance of cleaning equipment such as compactors, extractors, buffing machines, vacuum cleaners, etc.
• May perform minor maintenance work such as replacing light bulbs.
• Ensures all appropriate safety procedures are observed in the performance of tasks.
• Directs the use of high dusters and extensions in the performance of assigned tasks in compliance with all safety regulations.

CONTRACT TITLE

Custodial Supervisor

FLSA

Non-exempt

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Completion of an eighth grade education and three years of full-time experience in the cleaning and maintenance of a building.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

COMPENSATION

New Hire : $39,922

Incumbent : $44,682

BENEFITS

CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please go to www.cuny.edu; select "Employment", "Search Job Listings," "More Options to Search for CUNY Jobs," then enter the Job ID# in the "Job Opening ID" field. Cover letter, resume, and additional supporting documents for candidacy must be submitted as one file.

CLOSING DATE

February 12, 2026

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO / AA / Vet / Disability Employer.