Maintenance Supervisor

Care with Heart. Work with Purpose.

Join Elder Homestead Community as Maintenance Supervisor in Minnetonka, MN.   This is more than a job! It’s a paid opportunity to serve others, live our mission, and make a meaningful impact in a healthcare setting. As a compassionate organization, we’re dedicated to serving others and fostering an environment where both our residents and team members thrive.  If you’re ready to grow your career while making a difference, we’d love to connect with you.

Elder Homestead is a community of Volunteers of America National Services, a subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization.  Proudly Great Place to Work® Certified for 8 consecutive years.

Pay Range: $70,000-$80,000 based on experience
Schedule: Mon-Fri 8:00am-5:00pm - Occasional Weekends and On Call to handle emergencies 

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Supportive, caring leadership that truly values your voice
• A positive, team-oriented environment where you can rely on one another
• A beautiful, welcoming campus you’ll enjoy coming to each day
• Opportunities for career growth and ongoing development
• Purpose-driven work that makes a meaningful difference every day

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 403(b) with discretionary contribution
• Paid Time Off + Personal Days
• Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness incentives (earn up to $350)
• Get paid early (access up to 50% of earnings)
• Referral bonuses & scholarship opportunities

What You Bring (Requirements):

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of trade or vocational school, with courses in blueprint reading, mechanical drawing, carpentry, plumbing, HVAC equipment, refrigeration and electricity preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years full-time experience in construction or maintenance of equipment, utilities and buildings.
• Knowledge of state building, plumbing and electrical codes and ordinances.
• Boiler’s license (1st class and above)
• Knowledge and ability in electrical, plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration, plastering and painting.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience in the healthcare industry
• Knowledge of state building, plumbing and electrical codes and ordinances.
• Knowledge of basic machinery and tools.
• Ability to operate lawn and yard equipment.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Must be able to read, write and understand English.
• Ability to work within federal and state regulations, Volunteers of America National Services facility policies and procedures.
• Ability to relate positively, effectively and appropriately with residents, families, visitors and other facility personnel.
• Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in servicing and documentation.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

• Develops and reviews Maintenance policies and procedures on an annual basis.
• Plans, schedules, supervises, delegates and participates in maintenance and repair work, including, but not limited to, masonry, carpentry, painting, gardening, plumbing, electrical, refrigeration, air conditioning and heating; monitors staff for completion of work on a timely basis.
• Performs Preventative Maintenance:
  
  • Establishes a preventative maintenance schedule and recommends building equipment improvements.
  • Keeps accurate records of equipment and maintenance performance.
  • Performs periodic maintenance audits of building, grounds, facility and equipment.
  • Maintains a current inventory of maintenance supplies, tools, equipment and stock.
  • Conducts routine tests of various systems and equipment, including, but not limited to, emergency generator, fire alarm, sprinkler system, hood and duct system, door alarms, call lights and hot water system.
  • Administers personnel functions of Maintenance Department:
  • Assumes responsibility for hiring, training, counseling and/or termination of all maintenance personnel as necessary.
• Assigns, schedules, supervises and evaluates maintenance personnel.
• Repairs and paints the building exterior as needed.
• May be on-call for emergencies twenty-four (24) hours-a-day.
• Schedules and expedites work order requests.
• Plans and helps implement department budget.
• Orders approved supplies, materials and equipment for the Maintenance Department.
• Maintains a clean and orderly storage room.
• Performs daily audits of boiler room and records gauge and meter readings.
•  Safety:
  
  • Knows, follows and enforces facility rules.
  • Demonstrates proper use of equipment; reports equipment needs or repairs.
  • Follows and enforces facility smoking policies.
  • Reports and documents incidents or accidents involving residents, staff or visitors to the appropriate facility personnel.
  • Oversees and inspects quality and ensures adherence to safety and building regulations.
  • Ensures quality of contracted services and enforces adherence to building safety codes.
  • Understands and implements established emergency procedures
  • Assists and/or assigns staff to move/transfer residents within, into and out of facility.
• Participates in committees as assigned.
• Attends required in-services and completes assigned online modules

About Us

The Elder Homestead Community is a welcoming 51 apartment, senior living community that provides assisted living and memory care, located in Minnetonka, MN, where our charming 19th-century farmhouse-style architecture, cozy parlors, and spacious gathering areas create a comforting and homelike environment for residents and staff alike.  

At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations’ shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.