Hands-On Facilities Lead for Restaurants - Pittsburgh

Delight Restaurant Group; Elm Grove (AR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Delight Restaurant Group seeks a hands-on Facilities Manager to oversee restaurant maintenance and facilities operations in the Pittsburgh market. The role requires a practical technician or facilities leader who thrives in the field and collaborates closely with Operations to ensure safe, efficient restaurant performance.

You will manage maintenance programs, perform diagnostics on HVAC, refrigeration, and kitchen equipment, supervise work orders, and ensure adherence to brand standards and

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 throughout the tri-state area with most work in Pittsburgh area.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee facilities maintenance for restaurants in the Pittsburgh market.
• Coordinate and manage preventative maintenance programs.
• Provide hands-on diagnostics and support for HVAC systems, refrigeration, kitchen equipment, and basic electrical/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 management

Maintenance

HVAC

Refrigeration

Troubleshooting

Communication

Organizational skills

Travel willing

Driving

Tools

Corrigo

Job description

Delight Restaurant Group seeks a hands-on Facilities Manager to oversee restaurant maintenance and facilities operations in the Pittsburgh market. The role requires a practical technician or facilities leader who thrives in the field and collaborates closely with Operations to ensure safe, efficient restaurant performance.

You will manage maintenance programs, perform diagnostics on HVAC, refrigeration, and kitchen equipment, supervise work orders, and ensure adherence to brand standards and