Summary The Maintenance Supervisor is responsible for a wide variety of complex engineering tasks to support the Facility Operations Section of the Engineering Service Line. The position ensures all maintenance and utility systems for the hospital are always maintained properly and remain operational. Utility - Supervises HVAC shop, Electric Shop, and Plumbing Shop. Maintenance - Supervises Masons, Carpenters, Grounds, and Equipment Mechanics. Responsibilities Major duties include but are not limited to: Direct and review work activities or functions involving the Facility Operations Section. Explain work requirements, methods, procedures to subordinates, establishing deadlines and priorities. Review work in progress and upon completion for compliance. Encourage employees to participate in achieving management goals and to promote efficient and economical work operations. Implement all VA, medical center and regional office, and other service line procedures, programs, policies, and regulations. Provide direct input and participate in engineering meetings involving analysis of long-range work requirements. Plan work operations of significant scope and complexity which requires determining the sequence, priority, and time for the performance of the required work operations. Responsible for the effective operation of the routine maintenance and repair program. Determine requirements for resources in the areas of manpower, materials, and methods of accomplishment for the teams' projects. Plan repair projects to maintain continuous uninterrupted utility services. Assist in preparing short- and long-range operating budgets and staffing plans using cost figures from previous projections and actual work completed. Oversee the response of engineering personnel to carry out necessary tasks. Prepare and administer service contracts for pertinent equipment and systems. Perform various supervisory duties, such as resolving problems, effecting disciplinary measures, and making decisions that affect his/her subordinates. Performs other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance Supervisor/PD80421A Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the @context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being. Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Subject to background/security investigation Pre-employment physical required Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period or trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Qualifications To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 04/28/2026. EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards. SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements: Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair Interpret Instructions, Specifications (includes blueprint reading) Lead or Supervise Materials Measuring Instruments Technical Practices Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Driver's License Required: Must possess a valid Driver's License to operate a motor vehicle. Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: While performing duties of this position, the incumbent is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles and outdoor weather conditions. Incumbent is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts, work in high precarious places, toxic or caustic chemicals are used, and vibration of equipment. Incumbent works indoors and outdoors in a variety of weather conditions such as high and extremely low temperatures. Some outdoor projects may require work near moving vehicles and exposure to the possibility of falls while working on scaffolds or ladders. Incumbent is subject to high noise levels from operating power tools, or other hazards such as airborne dust, cuts, bruises, and irritation of eyes and skin from exposure to chemicals. The use of protective gear such as ear plugs, safety glasses, respirators, and gloves are required. Incumbent safely drives in all @types of traffic and/or weather conditions and is exposed to possible accidents and injury. The incumbent must have a current, valid state issued driver's license. You will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position. Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination. Education Additional Information This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement. Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act.
