Maintenance Tech

Penn Station Sandwiches; Smyrna (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Flexible schedule

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Penn Station Sandwiches is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to support 13 restaurant locations across Middle Tennessee and Bowling Green, KY. The role is hands-on, responsive to emergencies, and crucial for keeping operations safe and running smoothly.

The ideal candidate has HVAC, plumbing and general maintenance experience and can work independently across multiple sites, including nights and weekends as needed. Travel between locations is required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in HVAC, plumbing, and general maintenance.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose issues efficiently.
• Experience with restaurant or commercial kitchen equipment is highly preferred.
• Willingness to learn new skills and perform unfamiliar repairs with manuals and guides.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities across multiple locations.
• Flexible and reliable with emergency response availability.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs across multiple restaurant locations.
• Diagnose and repair HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and basic mechanical systems.
• Service grills, fryers, ovens, refrigeration, and other kitchen equipment.
• Conduct preventative maintenance to reduce downtime and extend equipment life.
• Communicate repairs, timelines, and parts needs to management.
• Travel between locations as needed and maintain a safe, organized work environment.

Skills

HVAC

Plumbing

General maintenance

Problem-solving

Independence

Emergency response

Time management

Communication

Manual dexterity

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

HVAC systems

Plumbing tools

Electrical repair

Job description

Location:

Middle Tennessee & Southern Kentucky

Service Area Includes:

Bowling Green, KY; Clarksville, Springfield, Hermitage, Madison, Dickson, Bellevue, Franklin, Shelbyville, Murfreesboro, Smyrna, and Lebanon, TN

Position Type:

Full-Time / Flexible Schedule

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and dependable Maintenance Technician to support 13 restaurant locations across Middle Tennessee and Bowling Green, KY. This role is critical to keeping our restaurants operational and safe. The ideal candidate is hands-on, resourceful, and comfortable responding to maintenance emergencies that impact daily operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs across multiple restaurant locations
• Diagnose and repair issues related:
• HVAC systems, Plumbing, Carpentry, Electrical
• Grills, Fryer, Oven, Refrigeration
• Basic electrical and mechanical systems
• General building repairs and maintenance
• Painting and cosmetic repairs
• Respond promptly to equipment and facility emergencies that affect restaurant operations
• Perform preventative maintenance to reduce downtime and extend equipment life
• Communicate clearly with management regarding repairs, timelines, and needed parts
• Travel between locations as needed
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment

Requirements & Qualifications

Proven experience in HVAC, plumbing, and general maintenance

Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose issues efficiently

Experience working with restaurant or commercial kitchen equipment is highly preferred

Willingness to learn new skills and attempt unfamiliar repairs using available resources (manuals, videos, manufacturer guides, etc.)

Ability to work independently and manage priorities across multiple locations

Flexible and reliable with emergency response availability

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Comfortable working days, nights, weekends, and overnight hours as needed

Schedule & Flexibility

This Position Offers Control Over Scheduling, Including

• Day or overnight work
• Weekdays and weekends
• Emergency response as required

What We’re Looking For

Self-motivated and dependable

Willing to try, learn, and problem-solve rather than give up when facing unfamiliar repairs

Strong work ethic and sense of ownership over assigned locations

Work schedule

• 10 hour shift
• Weekend availability
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Day shift
• Night shift

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Flexible schedule
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance