Senior Vice President Bowling Machine Operations, Maintenance, and Support

Spanish Springs Lanes; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 225,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

Lucky Strike Entertainment is seeking a Senior Vice President of Bowling Machine Operations, Maintenance and Support. Based at our Corporate Headquarters in Miami, FL with national oversight and travel required, you will lead the global strategy and teams responsible for repair and maintenance of all pinsetters, pinspotters, string machines, lanes and related equipment.

You will direct maintenance across 360 locations, drive performance, manage regional and center-level technicians, and

Qualifications

• 15+ years in large-scale machine or fleet operations management, mechanical engineering, or amusement/entertainment machine maintenance.
• Hands-on experience with electromechanical equipment in high-uptime environments.
• Familiarity with pinsetters or string machines is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Direct the entire maintenance operations across all 360 bowling locations.
• Reduce machine downtime and improve lane reliability.
• Oversee regional and center level mechanics.
• Implement modern automated diagnostic tools and smart repair systems.
• Manage multi-million dollar equipment and parts budgets.

Skills

Leadership experience

Mechanical expertise

Operations management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Who We Are

Why Lucky Strike?

We Are Lucky Strike Entertainment, one of the largest and most successful location-based entertainment companies in the World with 360 upscale and traditional Bowling Centers, five expansive and well-located Waterparks, a large Amusement Park in California and 10 upscale Boomers Family Entertainment Centers in major markets.

From a humble beginning with one bowling center in 1997, we redefined an industry and built a powerhouse Company with 14,000 Associates and nearly $1.4 billion in annual revenue. Hospitality is our core and we strive to deliver memorable experiences for every guest on every visit.

When you join Lucky Strike, you join a team of passionate winners and give yourself the best opportunity for sustained career growth and opportunity. It's not easy to get hired by us - we want only the most talented and committed team, but when you do join Lucky Strike, the rewards are abundant.

Overview

Senior Vice President of Bowling Machine Operations, Maintenance and Support

Role Overview

• Position: Senior Vice President (SVP) of Bowling Machine Operations, Maintenance and Support
• Location: Corporate Headquarters in Miami, FL/ National oversight. Travel Required.
• Goal: Lead the global strategy and teams responsible for the repair, and maintenance of all pinsetters, pinspotters, string machines, bowling lanes and scoring and bowling equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Strategy: Direct the entire maintenance operations across all 360 bowling locations.
• Optimize Performance: Reduce machine downtime and improve lane reliability.
• Manage Teams: Oversee regional and center level mechanics.
• Drive Innovation: Implement modern automated diagnostic tools and smart repair systems.
• Budget Control: Manage multi-million dollar equipment and parts budgets.

What We Are Looking For

• Experience: 15+ years in large-scale machine or fleet operations management, mechanical engineering, or amusement/entertainment machine maintenance.
• Mechanical Expertise: Deep hands-on experience with electromechanical equipment in any high-uptime environment (manufacturing, amusement, HVAC, fleet). Familiarity with pinsetters or string machines is a bonus.
• Leadership Skills: Proven track record of managing large, geographically dispersed technical teams.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering or a related field.

Why Join Lucky Strike?

• Industry Leader: Help shape the future of the world's largest bowling entertainment company with over 370 assets
• Competitive Pay: High-tier executive salary with base pay plus performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Premium health, dental, vision, and 401(k) program

Benefits

The pay rate for this position is $225,000 - $275,000 per year.

Lucky Strike Entertainment offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package which includes healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. More details regarding benefits are available here: Lucky Strike Entertainment Benefits