Field Maintenance Tech – HVAC, Refrigeration & Kitchen Systems

Whataburger Restaurants; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base pay $38/hr, weekly pay

Bonus program

Company vehicle and gas card

5 weeks PTO on day one

Paid holidays and parental leave

401(k) match up to 4%

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Disability benefits

Career development opportunities

Scholarship program

Job summary

Whataburger is seeking a Restaurant Maintenance Technician to diagnose, repair, and restore HVAC, refrigeration, and kitchen systems across multiple restaurants. You will respond to service calls, prioritize repairs, and document activities to SLAs while traveling in your assigned region.

The role requires at least a year of field HVAC/refrigeration experience, EPA/CFC certification, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year field experience in HVAC and commercial refrigeration.
• EPA or CFC Certification.
• Ability to travel locally and long distances, including air travel.
• Strong communication with restaurant leadership and vendors.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair kitchen equipment, HVAC, and refrigeration.
• Respond to service calls and emergency maintenance needs.
• Complete and document repairs per work orders and SLAs.
• Manage work orders, service documentation, and parts inventory using company systems.

Skills

HVAC systems

Commercial refrigeration

Electrical repairs

Carpentry

Plumbing

Communication skills

Customer service

On-call readiness

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or GED

EPA or CFC Certification

Tools

CMMS or mobile service-ticket systems

Job description

Whataburger is seeking a Restaurant Maintenance Technician to diagnose, repair, and restore HVAC, refrigeration, and kitchen systems across multiple restaurants. You will respond to service calls, prioritize repairs, and document activities to SLAs while traveling in your assigned region.

The role requires at least a year of field HVAC/refrigeration experience, EPA/CFC certification, and a valid driver's license.