Facilities Maintenance Technician

Taco Bell; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fast-food chain is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot and maintain kitchen equipment across several locations. The role involves managing repairs, responding to emergencies, and conducting periodic assessments to ensure compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have 3-5 years of relevant experience and strong problem-solving skills. Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to work independently in a self-directed environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of hands-on experience in facility maintenance or equipment repair.
• Experience with electrical, plumbing, and building repairs.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain multiple restaurants.
• Respond to emergencies including hazardous conditions.
• Maintain accurate records within the facility tracking system.

Skills

Hands-on maintenance experience

Problem-solving skills

Customer service orientation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade related training or certification

Tools

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Purpose

Troubleshoot repair and maintain kitchen equipment and conduct minor building repairs at designated restaurants to keep assigned restaurants in a safe, functional and marketable condition; and to ensure compliance with state and federal accessibility standards.

Job Functions

• Repair and maintain assigned number of restaurants
• Complete or manage all repairs and maintenance work to standard
• Respond to emergencies including nights and weekends to correct unsafe or hazardous conditions.
• Perform periodic maintenance assessments
• Perform periodic audits for disabled customer accessibility and take corrective action when needed.
• Execute effective administrative processes to schedule and track repairs, maintain van parts inventory and a central warehouse of tools and supplies.
• Process work orders submitted by restaurant teams. Prioritize and schedule restaurant visits in partnership with district managers.
• Track and process parts purchases and appropriate billing to accounts payable.
• Track and record completed repairs and maintain accurate records within facility tracking system.

Grow technical skills and competencies to expand ability to maintain additional assets in the restaurant.

Education

• High school diploma or GED required. Formal trade related training/education and or certification(s) a plus. Restaurant equipment certifications and some HVAC/mechanical, refrigeration experience is preferred but not required.

Experience (and other qualifications)

• 3-5 years of hands‑on experience working in a multi‑unit facility maintenance or equipment repair capacity.
• Wide experience performing a variety of restaurant equipment, electrical, plumbing and building repairs.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and prioritize tasks in a self‑directed work environment and maintain high levels of productivity without direct supervision.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong customer service and problem‑solving orientation. Seeks to solve problems with a sense of urgency.
• Curiosity and aptitude for learning how things work and desire to grow and broaden skills and competencies.
• Basic computer skills, including experience with Outlook and Excel, and working knowledge of inventory control practices.
• Valid Driver's license with good driving record and able to pass a criminal background check