Facilities Manager - Multi-Unit Ops (Virginia Beach)

Wendy's; Havelock (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Wendy's in the Virginia Beach market is seeking a hands-on Facilities Manager to oversee maintenance and facilities operations for restaurant locations. You will lead hands-on diagnostics, manage HVAC, refrigeration, and kitchen equipment, and partner with Operations to ensure safe, efficient restaurant performance.

Ideal candidates bring extensive facilities or maintenance experience, strong communication, and the ability to travel locally.

Qualifications

• 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.

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, and basic electrical/plumbing.
• 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 management

Maintenance

Technical troubleshooting

Travel locally

Communication

Tools

Corrigo

Job description

Wendy's in the Virginia Beach market is seeking a hands-on Facilities Manager to oversee maintenance and facilities operations for restaurant locations. You will lead hands-on diagnostics, manage HVAC, refrigeration, and kitchen equipment, and partner with Operations to ensure safe, efficient restaurant performance.

Ideal candidates bring extensive facilities or maintenance experience, strong communication, and the ability to travel locally.