Superintendent, Public Markets

Our Vision: To make New York City the global model for inclusive innovation and economic growth, fueled by the City’s diverse people and businesses.

Our Mission: Creating a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers.

The Asset Management Department is responsible for protecting and enhancing the value of City-owned real estate assets and to serve the operational needs of tenant businesses. In addition, the department collects lease and fee income revenue for EDC and assists EDC in the allocation of resources among its properties. Position Overview: Reporting to the AVP, Operations Public Markets, the Superintendent is a supervisory field position responsible for overseeing the Operations and Maintenance (O&M) of City-owned public markets within the NYCEDC Asset Management portfolio, including Essex Market, Moore Street Market, La Marqueta, Arthur Avenue Market, and other assets as assigned. This is a full-time, on-site position with a primary duty station at Essex Market. The role requires 24/7 on-call availability and may include weekend and holiday coverage.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintenance & Repairs

Perform preventive maintenance, repairs, and emergency services on NYCEDC properties, including electrical systems, plumbing, HVAC, mechanical systems, carpentry, painting, masonry, and general repairs; perform in-house repairs when practical.

Coordinate with the property management team and EDC retainer contractors for repair and maintenance needs outside the scope of general repair; provide access and escort contractors during retained services and ensure contractors are accompanied by EDC personnel at all times when practicable.

Supervisory Duties

Oversee maintenance staff and contracted retainer personnel, including staff scheduling, performance management, coaching, mentoring, and employee development.

Promote a culture of accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement; ensure adequate staffing coverage to support operational needs and compliance with all safety and operational procedures.

Training and Staff Development

Participate in training programs with the Public Markets Operations team to advance technical knowledge of building systems, life safety systems, maintenance practices, and facility management.

Provide ongoing coaching, mentorship, and on-the-job training to maintenance staff, including the Lead Mechanic.

Implement cross-training and succession planning initiatives, including training the Lead Mechanic to perform supervisory and administrative duties during the Superintendent’s absence.

Inspections & Work Orders

Partner with the AVP of Operations to ensure properties are routinely inspected and work orders are logged in accordance with NYCEDC requirements; ensure direct reports are properly tasked and equipped to perform scheduled inspections and work orders.

Communication and Reporting

Communicate effectively with internal NYCEDC staff and external partners; provide timely status updates on repairs and projects to keep stakeholders informed.

Emergency Response and Snow Removal

Respond to facility emergencies as required; available and responsive 24/7 to support decision-making as issues arise.

During snow events, coordinate logistics and work with contractors to ensure coverage; report on-site to coordinate with field staff and participate in removal activities.

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

High School diploma or equivalent

10+ years of experience in the maintenance and upkeep of commercial properties

Working knowledge of construction and repair techniques.

Demonstrated knowledge of construction and repair techniques, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, drywall, and associated trade equipment

Demonstrated knowledge of NYC Building Codes, Local Laws, and applicable regulations, including life safety systems, fire alarm panels, sprinklers, and standpipe control devices

Demonstrated supervisory skills, including safety oversight, staff scheduling, budget control, and employee development

Effective communicator with the ability to interact professionally with tenants, contractors, and stakeholders; demonstrated ability to resolve conflict

Proficient in handheld and desktop devices for work order input and documentation; working knowledge of Building Management Systems (BMS)

Knowledge of snow removal equipment and usage

Knowledge of life safety systems, fire alarm panels, readouts, sprinklers and standpipe control devices

Ability to lift and carry objects weighing from 25 to 55 pounds

Valid NYS Driver’s License (Class D) with a clean driving record

Ability to work in varied weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, or snow

Ability to respond on-call 24/7

New York City residence within 180 days of hire

Required Certifications:

OSHA 30 Hour

FDNY S-95 Supervision of Fire Alarm Systems

FDNY F-01 Certificate of Fitness for Citywide Fire Guard

FDNY P-98 Supervision of Fuel Oil transfer in Buildings

NYS Driver license Class D

Salary Range$85,000—$87,000 USD

About Us: New York City Economic Development Corporation is a mission-driven, nonprofit organization that works for a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers. We take a comprehensive approach, through four main strategies: strengthen confidence in NYC as a great place to do business; grow innovative sectors, with a focus on equity; build neighborhoods as places to live, learn, work, and play; and deliver sustainable infrastructure for communities and the city’s future economy.

NYCEDC is committed to offering competitive benefits to support employee health, happiness, and work-life balance. We offer comprehensive benefits and unique perks to ensure NYCEDC employees flourish in their professional and personal lives:

Generous employer subsidized health insurance

Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans

Vision and hearing benefits

Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care

Short term and long-term disability coverage

100% employer covered life insurance and supplemental life insurance coverage

Up to 25 vacation days

Floating Holidays and Summer Fridays

Parental leave - up to 20 paid weeks

Retirement savings programs

Company-paid 401(a) defined contribution plan

457(b) tax-advantaged retirement savings plan

Tuition Reimbursement program

Continuing education and professional development

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer

College savings plan

Backup childcare

Gym membership discounts

A Calm.com membership for mindfulness and mental health support

Employee discounts through Plum Benefits and much more

Benefits listed above may vary based on the length and nature of your employment with New York City Economic Development Corporation. These benefits are subject to be modified at any time, at the discretion of the organization.

The New York City Economic Development Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Social Responsibility Mission is to create a People First strategy by attracting, retaining, and engaging a diverse and talented workforce. Like the city of New York, NYCEDC knows our strength comes from each of our connected parts, making the fabric of our organization better and stronger because of our unique employees' talents.

At NYCEDC, all applications are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team and hiring managers. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, evaluate, or make decisions regarding candidate resumes or applications. Each candidate is considered through a thoughtful, human-led review process to ensure equity, consistency, and alignment with the needs of the role.

For more information, visit our website at edc.nyc.