Maintenance Technician - Keep Fast-Food Kitchens Running

Taco-Bell; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation Time

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

JEM Restaurant Group is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to support Taco Bell and Pizza Hut locations in the Charleston market. You will perform preventive maintenance, diagnose electrical, plumbing, and HVAC/R issues, and troubleshoot using schematics and manuals.

You’ll travel between restaurants, keep an organized tool inventory, and document activities in CMMS. The role requires 1+ year maintenance experience, strong problem-solving, and the ability to work independently with minimal

Qualifications

• 1+ year of maintenance experience.
• Working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and HVAC/R systems.
• HVAC/R and EPA certification strongly preferred.
• Residential painting experience is a plus.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and schematics.
• Knowledge of CMMS systems.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to take ownership of projects and work with minimal direct supervision.
• Reliable transportation and flexibility to travel throughout the Charleston area.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and routine maintenance on restaurant equipment and building systems, including refrigeration, ice makers, grills, and heated holding units.
• Diagnose and repair plumbing, electrical, HVAC/R, and other facility-related issues.
• Troubleshoot equipment using schematics, technical manuals, and diagnostic skills.
• Complete residential painting and other facility projects as needed.
• Maintain an organized inventory of tools, equipment, and repair supplies.
• Utilize CMMS to document and manage maintenance activities.
• Travel between restaurant locations throughout the Charleston market.
• Work independently while communicating effectively with restaurant leadership and the maintenance team.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical

Mechanical systems

HVAC/R

CMMS

Schematics reading

Technical manuals

Customer service

Communication

Independent work

Education

HVAC/R certification

EPA certification

Tools

CMMS

Job description

JEM Restaurant Group is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to support Taco Bell and Pizza Hut locations in the Charleston market. You will perform preventive maintenance, diagnose electrical, plumbing, and HVAC/R issues, and troubleshoot using schematics and manuals.

You’ll travel between restaurants, keep an organized tool inventory, and document activities in CMMS. The role requires 1+ year maintenance experience, strong problem-solving, and the ability to work independently with minimal