Regional Facilities Maintenance Leader (Multi-Region)

Whataburger; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Bonus program

Company vehicle

5 weeks PTO

Paid holidays

Paid parental leave

401(k) match

Medical benefits

Disability benefits

Career development

Scholarship program

Meals discount

Phone discounts

Software discounts

Gym discounts

Awards and recognition

Retirement celebration

Job summary

Whataburger is seeking a Regional Facilities Maintenance Group Manager to lead strategy and execution across multiple regions. You will drive asset stewardship, vendor management, and team leadership to ensure safe, reliable restaurant operations.

The role emphasizes continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration to support growth and long-term business objectives. In this field-based leadership role, you will travel frequently, manage budgets, and champion technology-enabled

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 8+ years of progressive facilities maintenance, construction, engineering, or related leadership experience.
• Experience leading multi-site maintenance operations across a large geographic area.
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing operating and capital budgets.
• Experience managing contractor, vendor, and service-provider relationships.
• Proven success leading, coaching, and developing high-performing teams.
• Strong strategic planning, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to analyze data and translate insights into operational improvements.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet company driving requirements.
• Ability to travel frequently within assigned regions.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop regional facilities maintenance leaders and teams across regions.
• Drive maintenance strategies that support operational excellence and business growth.
• Oversee regional maintenance, capital, and operating budgets.
• Develop long-range asset management and facility lifecycle plans.
• Ensure contractor and vendor performance meets quality, cost, and service expectations.
• Partner with Operations to prioritize facility needs and resolve complex issues.
• Support new restaurant openings, remodels, and major capital projects.
• Analyze maintenance trends and performance metrics to drive improvements.
• Champion maintenance technologies, systems, and process enhancements.
• Build organizational capability through succession planning and talent development.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, safety requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to align maintenance priorities with business objectives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Data analysis

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Whataburger is seeking a Regional Facilities Maintenance Group Manager to lead strategy and execution across multiple regions. You will drive asset stewardship, vendor management, and team leadership to ensure safe, reliable restaurant operations.

The role emphasizes continuous improvement and cross-functional collaboration to support growth and long-term business objectives. In this field-based leadership role, you will travel frequently, manage budgets, and champion technology-enabled