Maintenance Supervisor - Vine Street Lofts & Metro Lofts
Company: Sherman Associates
Location: Des Moines
Posted on: January 20, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description If you are passionate about
helping others and knowledgeable with facilities repair and
maintenance, we have the right opportunity for you! At Sherman, we
pride ourselves on hiring resident-focused and skilled maintenance
talent who strive to solve, repair and troubleshoot a wide range of
complex and preventative facilities responsibilities. We believe we
can offer a challenging, fast-paced and rewarding experience that
is unique to supporting our mission, vision, and values. As a
Maintenance Supervisor, you will be responsible for leading a team
of maintenance professionals in performing highly diversified
duties to install, troubleshoot, repair and maintain the assigned
real estate portfolio. Special attention to safety, predictive and
preventative maintenance and processes to support the achievement
of the site's business goals and objectives is critical to overall
success. Where will this role work? This role will equally support
two of our affordable properties in downtown Des Moines, Vine
Street Lofts (109 units) and Metro Lofts (111 units). Schedule &
Hours: The schedule for this role will be Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5
pm. Some weekend and on-call rotations will be required. Ask about
our on-call incentive plan! ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Completes general
maintenance and upkeep responsibilities including minor plumbing,
electrical, HVAC, light carpentry, painting and landscaping.
Responds to open work orders and resolves resident/tenant requests
within 24 hours. Prepare and turn vacated apartment units within a
24-hour period (5 days if not immediate). All vacated apartments
must be painted, thoroughly cleaned, carpets shampooed and repairs
done in a timely and impeccable manner. Assists in scheduling and
completing preventive maintenance for buildings and building
equipment. Hands-on work of all building repairs, preventative
maintenance and general upkeep of the facility with special
attention to more involved operations or projects. Diagnoses
problems, replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments. Use a
variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material
handling equipment in performing duties. Walks property at regular
intervals (daily) to ensure resident/tenant property rules are
being followed and that the property is clean and orderly and in
good maintenance condition. Works on the last day and first day of
each month until responsibilities completed; some overtime may be
required. Evening and weekend on-call rotations as required.
Responsible for purchasing supplies by maintaining stock and being
main point of contact for outside vendors and taking bids for
special projects or extensive maintenance. Maintains customer
service and excellent relations with residents, tenants, vendors
and other external or internal organizations. Works as a team
player and interacts with all internal and external customers in a
friendly/efficient manner. Keeps management informed at all times
in the areas of: property conditions, resident/tenant complaints,
and suggestions for improvement of property performance. Regularly
coordinates unit inspections in partnership with management.
Reviews turnover schedule regularly with management team. Reports
resident/tenant lease and policy violations to management. Other
tasks & duties as assigned based on business need; evening and
weekend on-call rotations required. Produces required volume of
work by planning, organizing, and prioritizing work duties. Works
designated schedule and adheres to Sherman Associates attendance
policy. Follows grooming and appearance standards, general work
rules, and all policies/procedures. Maintains a clean and safe work
environment and follows all safety and emergency procedures.
Attends all required meetings and training sessions, including
travel to corporate headquarters as needed. Assists in maintaining
sufficient maintenance supply stock. Assists in contracting all
outside vendors and taking bids for special projects or extensive
maintenance. Obtains approvals for expenditures and maintains
budgets. Maintains exterior grounds and interior common areas in
quality, presentable condition. Supervisory Responsibility As
applicable, supervises, coaches, directs, trains and evaluates
staff; Prepares and conducts employee reviews and completes
timecard approvals. Supervises on-site maintenance and
groundskeeping staff, if utilized at assigned properties. Develops
specifications and continually evaluates service needs and
performance in all areas of maintenance and management. Forecasts
and manages replacement of major capital expense items including
HVAC system, roof systems, parking lot surfaces, etc. MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS Education & Experience High school diploma/GED and
completion of a craft apprenticeship, or an equivalent number of
years of education and production maintenance experience. 5-7 years
of experience in maintenance or related carpentry/construction.
Ideally in residential or commercial real estate. Special boilers
license or willingness to obtain one, if applicable. Certified Pool
Operator (CPO) or willingness to obtain one, if applicable. Must
provide own hand tools. Current and valid driver's license
required. Must pass a Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR) and have a
safe driving record. Willingness and ability to run errands to
hardware store for maintenance supplies, cleaning supplies, or
other items. Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills;
Ability to communicate effectively with community tenants, vendors
/ external parties, and across corporate divisions. Required Skills
& Abilities As applicable, must possess a valid driver's license,
reliable vehicle with insurance and safe DMV driving record. A
passion for the mission, vision, and values of Sherman Associates.
Office hours may vary due to the specific needs of the portfolio.
WORK ENVIRONMENT While performing the duties of this job, the
employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles,
moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work
environment and job sites can be loud. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The
physical demands described here are representative of those that
must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential
functions of this job. required by this job include close vision,
distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception
and ability to adjust focus. Must have the ability to move around
freely throughout the property and office, and necessity varies
from day to day. Must be able to lift over 50 lbs, occasionally.
Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive
motions, bending, climbing, listening, and hearing ability and
visual acuity. ADDITIONAL SCREENING REQUIREMENTS Current and valid
driver's license is required. Must pass a Motor Vehicle Record
check (MVR) and have a safe driving record. Successful completion
of pre-employment strength test or 'CRT examination' is required.
Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package to full-time
employees which may include: Medical, dental and vision insurance
plans Employer-paid short term disability Employer-paid life
insurance Additional supplemental insurance policies including:
Voluntary Accident & Critical Illness; Hospital Indemnity;
Long-Term Disability; Pet insurance Employer-paid employee
assistance program Fully vested 401k company match program 9 Paid
holidays and competitive PTO program Sherman Associates' Starbucks
and Hotel discounts Sherman Associates is an Equal Opportunity and
Affirmative Action Employer. We encourage women, minorities,
individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans to apply.
This job advertisement is intended to provide information essential
to understanding the scope of the position. It is not an exhaustive
list of skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions
associated with the position. Only applicants who complete our
online application process will be considered for employment.
Applicants that need reasonable accommodations to complete the
application process may contact careers@sherman-associates.com.
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