Apprentice Facilities Specialist (Field Based in Houston Area)

Houston Dose; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k

Sick leave

Vacation time

Annual cash bonuses

Job summary

Chipotle Mexican Grill is seeking an Apprentice Facilities Specialist to support restaurants with Preventative Maintenance Site Audits and ensure excellent food safety. The role includes managing budgets, sourcing parts, and collaborating with leadership.

Applicants should have a high school diploma, ideally possess a Trade School Certificate, and have 0-1 years of experience in the field. The position offers a competitive pay range of $19.71–$25.49, along with other benefits.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years’ experience in related field required.
• 1+ years of experience in the restaurant industry.
• Clean Motor Vehicle Report and EPA Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform four Preventative Maintenance Site Audits annually.
• Complete reactionary service calls in a timely manner.
• Manage M&R budget of assigned locations.

Skills

Mechanically inclined

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade School Certificate

Job description

CULTIVATE A BETTER WORLD

Food served fast does not have to be a typical fast‑food experience. Chipotle has always done things differently, both in and out of our restaurants. We are changing the face of fast food, starting conversations, and directly supporting efforts to shift the future of farming and food. We hope you will join us as we continue to learn, evolve, and shape what comes next on our mission to make better food accessible to everyone.

THE OPPORTUNITY

As the Apprentice Facilities Specialist, you will provide support to an assigned region of restaurants through Preventative Maintenance Site Audits and reactionary requests helping deliver an environment of World Class Food Safety and an Excellent Guest Experience.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Perform four Preventative Maintenance Site Audits in each assigned location annually
• Complete reactionary service calls in a timely and cost‑effective manner
• Continue to learn additional trades contributing to higher in‑house repairs
• Partner with local and national vendors to ensure work is completed is to Chipotle’s standards
• Collaborate with sub‑regional leadership team to have a unified purpose and vision inside our locations
• Manage direct M&R budget of assigned locations
• Work directly with Apprentice Facilities Manager or Facilities manager to identify capital improvement needs, get quotes for such items, and after installation validate quality and workmanship
• Source, organize and track parts and inventory for needed repairs
• Manage Service Channel requests to ensure all items are entered and closed out correctly, give SC training to restaurants when needed
• Partner with Facilities Support Team to ensure requests are assigned and completed in efficient manner
• Meet all administrative deadlines when it comes to mileage, Pcards, inventories, and Tru‑ups.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Trade School Certificate preferred
• Clean Motor Vehicle Report required
• EPA Certification preferred
• 0‑1 years’ experience in related field
• 1+ year(s) of experience in the restaurant industry
• Mechanically inclined, proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint; able to lift 50 pounds, use ladders on a frequent basis, overnight travel may be required.
• Can work independently most of the day, plan and organize schedules, communicate effectively through email and/or phone conversations.

WHO WE ARE

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. is cultivating a better world by serving responsibly sourced, classically cooked, real food with wholesome ingredients without artificial colors, flavors or preservatives. Chipotle has over 3,000 restaurants in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France and Germany and is the only restaurant company of its size that owns and operates all its restaurants. Chipotle is committed to making its food more accessible to everyone while continuing to be a brand with a demonstrated purpose as it leads the way in digital, technology and sustainable business practices.

PAY TRANSPARENCY

A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $19.71–$25.49. You are also eligible for annual cash bonuses and equity awards based upon performance and other factors. Actual compensation offered may vary depending on skill level, experience, and/or education. Chipotle offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k, sick leave, vacation time, and much more.

Chipotle Mexican Grill is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. As a people‑first company rooted in values, our purpose extends beyond serving nutritious food using real ingredients. It means hiring world‑class individuals and fostering a culture that champions diversity, ensures equity, and celebrates inclusion. All qualified applicants, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.

Qualified applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or certain state or local laws. Please contact [e-mail] if you need an accommodation due to a disability to complete an application, job interview, and/or to otherwise participate in the hiring process. This email does not respond to non‑accommodations related requests.