Manager, Regional Facilities Maintenance - Nashville, TN or Birmingham, AL
Facilities and Maintenance
Full Time
Welcome to Whataburger Careers!
This role manages restaurant maintenance across a designated region, overseeing work distribution, budgets, capital funds, and project planning. Responsible for ensuring timely preventative and corrective maintenance of restaurant equipment, buildings, and grounds, the position leads a team of technicians and provides operational tools and financial insights to support restaurant profitability and business success.Total Rewards:
- Competitive Weekly Pay
- Bonus Program with 250% Upside Potential
- Performance for Pay Program – Eligibility to Receive a Pay Increase Once a Year, Based on Performance
- Opportunities for Career Development and Growth
- Healthcare and Life Insurance Benefits
- Paid Time Off - 5 Weeks on Day 1!
- Paid Corporate Holidays
- Company Vehicle, Based on Position
- 401(k) Savings Plan with a Competitive Company Match
- Paid Parental Leave – Subject to Eligibility Requirements
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Scholarship Program - You and Your Dependents are Eligible!
- Whataburger Family Foundation (Hardship Grant Assistance)
- Discounted Meals For You and a Guest
- Wireless Service Discounts
- Computer & Software Discounts
- Fitness / Gym Discounts
- Awards and Recognition For All You Do
- Retirement Celebration Program
Responsibilities:
- Manage assigned facilities, including maintenance, repairs, improvements, and emergency requests for 24/7 restaurant operations.
- Oversee work distribution, preventative and predictive maintenance programs, and inventory of parts and supplies.
- Direct special projects, new restaurant construction, renovations, and landscape initiatives.
- Supervise and train maintenance staff, including hiring, performance evaluation, and ongoing development.
- Manage third-party contractors and vendor performance, ensuring quality, compliance, and responsiveness.
- Monitor budgets, capital expenditures, and costs associated with facilities and maintenance.
- Ensure compliance with fire, safety, and regulatory inspections, and act as liaison with local agencies.
- Provide guidance on technical troubleshooting and support for on-site technicians.
- Advise management on resources, productivity improvements, and operational efficiencies.
Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent required, with college hours in technical-related courses preferred
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required
Experience:
- 6+ years’ experience preferably in restaurant industry
Key Skills:
- Provide technical guidance on maintenance issues and mechanical malfunctions.
- Develop team capabilities to manage costs, capital funds, and project execution.
- Analyze and apply technology to improve operations and leverage new tools.
- Lead, influence, and motivate staff while fostering teamwork.
- Proficient in MS Office, Visio, and JD Edwards (as applicable).
- Strong understanding of departmental policies, budgeting, and project delegation.
- Prepare and present recommendations effectively to colleagues, managers, and direct reports