Maintenance Lead – Multi-Property Operations & Leadership

StuartCo; Minnetonka (MN); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental coverage

Health savings account (HSA)

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Generous PTO

Job summary

StuartCo maintains and operates Deer Ridge and Raspberry Woods townhomes in Minnetonka, MN, seeking a Maintenance Lead to oversee daily maintenance operations. You will supervise staff, coordinate vendor work, and ensure preventive maintenance and safety standards across multiple properties.

The role emphasizes hands‑on maintenance, leadership of maintenance teams, and collaboration to deliver safe, high‑quality living spaces for residents.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 4+ years of maintenance experience required.
• Supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Special Engineer’s License preferred.
• EPA Certification preferred.
• CPO certification preferred.
• Strong knowledge of building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical).
• Experience managing vendors, budgets, and inventory.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and emergency maintenance and repairs, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, appliances, lighting, locks, and general building systems.
• Coordinate and complete apartment turns to meet established move‑in standards.
• Perform preventive maintenance in accordance with established schedules and guidelines.
• Conduct exterior maintenance, including roofs, parking lots, garages, pools, and recreational areas (as applicable).
• Support grounds maintenance, including snow removal, trash pickup, and exterior cleanliness.
• Lead and supervise day‑to‑day activities of maintenance staff and, when applicable, caretaking staff.
• Assign work, monitor performance, and support training and development.
• Maintain a high standard of customer service and professionalism within the maintenance team.
• Schedule, coordinate, and supervise work performed by outside vendors and contractors.
• Maintain inventory of maintenance supplies and equipment.
• Order supplies and monitor maintenance budgets.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and local, state, and federal safety regulations.
• Coordinate inspections with police, fire, utilities, and regulatory agencies as required.
• Complete required logs and paperwork, including preventive maintenance, boiler, and safety logs.
• Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and quarterly maintenance training.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident and company information.
• Remain flexible and adaptable to changing operational needs.
• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

HVAC systems

Electrical systems

Budget management

Vendor management

Staff supervision

Leadership

Education

High school diploma

Job description

StuartCo maintains and operates Deer Ridge and Raspberry Woods townhomes in Minnetonka, MN, seeking a Maintenance Lead to oversee daily maintenance operations. You will supervise staff, coordinate vendor work, and ensure preventive maintenance and safety standards across multiple properties.

The role emphasizes hands‑on maintenance, leadership of maintenance teams, and collaboration to deliver safe, high‑quality living spaces for residents.