Maintenance Engineer Team Lead

Applegreen (US) Welcome Centers; Cranbury Township (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of convenience and dining options seeks a Maintenance Engineer Team Lead to manage repairs across travel plaza locations. This role involves troubleshooting and maintaining various equipment, while also leading a team to ensure operational efficiency. Join an exceptional team and enjoy benefits including health insurance, flexible scheduling, and more.

Benefits

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company match

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Flexible schedule

Paid Time Off

Company cell phone

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years hands-on experience in restaurant/hospitality.
• Experience repairing commercial kitchen equipment required.
• Familiarity with commercial electrical systems (single & 3 phase).

Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, and perform repairs on food service equipment.
• Maintain preventative maintenance schedule and records.
• Travel to various Travel Plazas for repairs.

Skills

Electrical schematics

HVAC

Plumbing

Carpentry

Customer service

Education

Certificate of completion in trades

Job description

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About Us: Applegreen Travel Plazas is a leading provider of convenience and dining options for travelers. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service and keeping our facilities running smoothly. Our Welcome Centres offer comfort and delicious food options such as Shake Shack, Chick-fil-A, Starbucks, Burger King, Dunkin, and more to interstate travelers. We prioritize the well-being of our employees by fostering positive relationships, encouraging open communication, and offering a flexible schedule and up to two weeks of vacation time.

Job Description: We are seeking a versatile and experienced Maintenance Engineer Team Lead to manage and perform repairs of a wide range of restaurant equipment across our travel plaza locations. This role demands expertise in electrical schematics, building electrical systems, HVAC, plumbing, and general handyman skills. As a key member of the Applegreen team, you’ll not only perform maintenance tasks but also lead and develop your team, ensuring high standards and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect, diagnose, and perform repairs and maintenance on all food service equipment.
• Maintain small appliances, kitchen equipment, and minor electrical, plumbing, and carpentry repairs.
• Ensure that all equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Coordinate repairs within approved budgetary guidelines.
• Maintain preventative maintenance schedule and records.
• Travel to various Travel Plazas to repair and maintain all facility-related items.
• Troubleshoot and resolve electrical, HVAC, and plumbing issues using strong schematic knowledge.
• Perform and manage preventive maintenance to minimize equipment downtime and ensure seamless operations.
• Manage work orders across your team through our app-based system, order parts, and coordinate with suppliers.
• Communicate effectively with plaza managers, staff, and team members to provide updates and solutions.
• Develop and train colleagues to build a stronger, more versatile team.
• Oversee and manage the work of team members, ensuring quality and efficiency.
• Maintain company vans, tools, and equipment to Applegreen’s high standards.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience in the restaurant/hospitality industry.
• Experience in repairing commercial kitchen equipment and appliances is required.
• Familiarity with commercial electrical (single & 3 phase 120,208 voltages).
• Skilled in plumbing (faucet and toilet repair, sink drain fix), painting, repairing and patching drywall, tile installation, and repair.
• Carpentry skills (basic carpentry for repairing cabinets, laminates, countertops, door repairs & adjustments).
• Ability to bend and twist to perform normal job functions.
• Ability to lift and maneuver items weighing up to 80 lbs.
• Ability to perform tasks while on a ladder.
• Ability to operate equipment that requires continual and repetitive hand and arm motions.
• Ability to be exposed to various climates heat and cold.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record (travel between plazas may be required).
• Ability to work with a computer maintenance management system is required.
• Certificate of completion of courses in above-mentioned trades is recommended but not required.
  
  

Preferred Experience & Skills

• Proven experience repairing restaurant equipment in a fast-paced environment and the ability to develop others.
• Strong knowledge of electrical schematics, building electrical systems, HVAC, and plumbing.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills to represent Applegreen professionally.
• Comfortable using app-based work order management systems.
• Self-motivated with high integrity and the ability to manage your own schedule and hold others accountable.
• Certifications (e.g., EPA 608, electrical, HVAC, OSHA) are a plus.
• Inventory management or supplier coordination experience is a bonus.
  
  

What We Offer

• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a Company match of up to 4%.
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance.
• Health Savings Account option.
• Flexible schedule.
• Company-paid Life Insurance.
• Paid Time Off.
• Maintenance Van for work-related travel.
• Company cell phone.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Earned Wage Access – Pay on Demand.
• Education Assistance.
• Other Voluntary Benefits.
• And an AMAZING team of people to work with!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Strategy/Planning and Information Technology

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Services

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