Head Mechanic

FatCats; Clinton (UT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

FatCats in Utah is seeking a Head Mechanic to lead the maintenance of bowling and scoring equipment, ensuring guests enjoy uninterrupted experiences. You will supervise the mechanical team, schedule repairs, and work with the Facility Maintenance Manager on safety and project work.

Daily tasks include reviewing maintenance schedules, inspecting pinsetters and lanes, logging tasks in our software, diagnosing issues, and providing hands-on repairs.

Qualifications

• Lead maintenance and repair of bowling and scoring equipment while following safety protocols.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues promptly and communicate with guests to minimize disruption.
• Keep clean, organized workspaces and manage parts inventory with detailed logs.
• Provide leadership to mentor team members and coordinate maintenance schedules.
• Demonstrate problem-solving, communication, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.
• Be computer literate and quick to learn new software; able to lift up to 35 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Review maintenance schedules and team assignments.
• Perform routine checks on pinsetters, scoring equipment, and lanes using operations software.
• Diagnose and repair equipment to minimize guest disruption.
• Maintain logs and manage parts inventory.
• Collaborate with Facility Maintenance Manager on special projects and team development.
• Lead and mentor the mechanical team.

Skills

Leadership

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Team coordination

Safety compliance

Software literacy

Tools

Operations software

Inventory software

Job description

Description

As a Head Mechanic at FatCats, you will take the lead in maintaining and repairing our bowling and scoring equipment to ensure that every guest has an exceptional experience. From routine maintenance to troubleshooting, your expertise will be instrumental in keeping our lanes in top condition. Working closely with the Facility Maintenance Manager, you'll also manage repair schedules and guide mechanical team members while ensuring safety protocols are always followed.

Your day starts with a review of maintenance schedules and team member assignments. You'll perform routine checks on pinsetters, scoring equipment, and lanes, using our operations software to track tasks and keep detailed logs. When issues arise, you'll quickly diagnose and repair equipment, communicating effectively with guests to ensure minimal disruption to their experience. You'll also maintain clean workspaces, manage parts inventory, and work closely with the Facility Maintenance Manager on special projects and team development.

Requirements

Job Requirements

Perform maintenance and repairs on bowling and scoring equipment, including pinsetters and lanes, while ensuring safety protocols are always followed.

Troubleshoot equipment issues promptly, communicate effectively with guests, and minimized disruptions to their experience.

Maintain clean and organized workspaces, manage parts inventory, and keep accurate logs for maintenance and repairs.

Exhibit strong leadership and organizational skills to mentor team members and coordinate schedules.

Demonstrate excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork abilities in a fast-paced environment.

Be computer literate and quick to learn new software, with the ability to lift up to 35 pounds.

The Schedule

FatCats is busiest when other people are off work and having fun. As a Head Mechanic, you will need to have an open availability to work opening, mid, and closing shifts, including weekends and holidays.