Facilities Manager

Wendy's; Fuquay-Varina (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Wendy's is seeking a hands-on Facilities Manager to oversee maintenance and facilities operations for restaurant locations in the Virginia Beach market. The role focuses on field-focused leadership, problem solving, and partnering with Operations to ensure safe, efficient restaurant operation.

The position requires strong technical experience in facilities, HVAC, refrigeration, and hands-on repairs, with local travel and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in facilities, maintenance, or technical roles.
• Strong HVAC and refrigeration knowledge.
• Ability to troubleshoot and perform hands-on repairs.
• Valid driver's license and local travel within Virginia Beach area.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Preferred: QSR or restaurant experience.
• Preferred: Certifications in HVAC/electrical/refrigeration.
• Experience using a work order management system.

Responsibilities

• Oversee facilities maintenance for restaurants within the Virginia Beach market.
• Coordinate and manage preventative maintenance programs.
• Provide hands-on diagnostics and support for HVAC systems, commercial refrigeration, kitchen equipment, basic electrical and plumbing systems.
• Determine when repairs should be completed internally versus through approved vendors.
• Manage and track work orders using Corrigo (or similar system).
• Ensure compliance with brand standards and safety requirements.
• Partner with General Managers and Area Leaders to support restaurant performance.
• Assist with minor remodels, reimages, and equipment replacements as needed.
• Maintain vendor relationships and control maintenance expenses within budget.

Skills

Facilities maintenance

HVAC systems

Refrigeration systems

Hands-on repair

Vendor coordination

Communication

Travel locally

Tools

Corrigo CMMS

Job description

Job Overview

Seeking a hands-on Facilities Manager to oversee maintenance and facilities operations for restaurant locations in the Virginia Beach market. This role requires a strong technician or facilities leader who enjoys being in the field, solving problems, and partnering closely with Operations to ensure efficient and safe restaurant operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee facilities maintenance for restaurants within the Virginia Beach market.
• Coordinate and manage preventative maintenance programs.
• Provide hands-on diagnostics and support for:
• HVAC systems
• Commercial refrigeration
• Kitchen equipment
• Basic electrical and plumbing systems
• Determine when repairs should be completed internally versus through approved vendors.
• Manage and track work orders using Corrigo (or similar system).
• Ensure compliance with brand standards and safety requirements.
• Partner with General Managers and Area Leaders to support restaurant performance.
• Assist with minor remodels, reimages, and equipment replacements as needed.
• Maintain vendor relationships and control maintenance expenses within budget.

Qualifications

? Required:

• 5+ years of facilities, maintenance, or technical experience (restaurant or multi-unit preferred).
• Strong working knowledge of HVAC and refrigeration systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and perform hands‑on repairs.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally within the Virginia Beach area.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

? Preferred:

• QSR or restaurant experience.
• Trade certifications (HVAC, electrical, refrigeration).
• Experience using a work order management system.