Sr. Facilities Maintenance Technician - Chicago Metro

The Wendy's Company; Chicago (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Facilities Technician to ensure the smooth operation of restaurant equipment and property. This role involves performing repairs, conducting preventative maintenance, and providing training to new technicians. With a commitment to employee support and a culture of inclusiveness, this position offers a dynamic work environment where you can thrive. If you have a passion for technical work and a desire to contribute to a well-known brand's success, this is the opportunity for you. Join a team that values your skills and offers a range of benefits to support your career growth.

Benefits

Parental leave

Free EAP sessions

Company 401k match

Annual bonus potential

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in HVAC, refrigeration, and general maintenance.
• EPA Certification and ability to lift 50lbs required.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily repairs and maintenance on restaurant equipment.
• Ensure timely completion of scheduled Preventative Maintenance.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Refrigeration repair

Electrical repair

Plumbing

Ability to read electrical schematics

Use of testing equipment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

EPA Certification Type I and II

Tools

MyTech-Connect system

Job description

What you'll do

When our square shaped burgers made their first sizzle on the scene more than 50 years ago, people knew our approach wasn’t like any other. Same goes for the way we support our employees. Our culture of openness, flexibility, and inclusiveness allows everybody to flourish in their own way. If you’re looking for a career where you can be part of the action as we continue to grow our iconic brand – We got you!

The Senior Facilities Technician will perform daily repairs and maintenance on restaurant equipment and property in Wendy’s restaurants. Ensures timely and accurate completion of scheduled Preventative Maintenance (PM), while providing ongoing training on equipment operation and PM training for restaurant management and training for new Facilities Technicians. Work environment requires on call rotations, may require overtime, and may require working in extreme weather conditions.

Responsibilities

Reactive Maintenance

1. Performs demand repairs on restaurant equipment and property as identified through work orders entered into MyTech-Connect.
2. Proactively creates and completes work orders for critical issues found during restaurant visits not entered by operations.

Preventative Maintenance

1. Performs preventative maintenance service as outlined in PM work orders.
2. Creates work orders for needed repairs identified during PM.

Proper utilization of MyTech-Connect system

1. Ensures work orders are completed in the time frame identified by the priority codes assigned to the work orders by organizing and planning daily work load.
2. Maintains accurate parts and company owned tool inventories.
3. Ensures warranty process for company restaurants is followed.
4. Reports the condition of equipment and property as well as maintenance status to assist with capital planning.
5. Monitors and oversees outside contract work in restaurants, and assures proper coordination and communication between all concerned parties.

Personal Development

1. Participates in Individual Development Planning process.
2. Completes required safety training to comply with company guidelines.
3. Stays current on industry standards.
4. Assists with supervisory responsibilities in the absence of the facilities Manager/Supervisor as requested.

What we expect from you

• Education: High School Diploma or GED, required.
• EPA Certification Type I and II, required.
• In depth technical knowledge of HVAC, refrigeration, electrical repair, and plumbing.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and understanding of 3 phase electrical and use of various testing equipment.
• Legal licensing may be required in some locations.
• 5 or more years’ experience in directly related HVAC, refrigeration and general maintenance/repair work or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs, climb ladder up to 30ft, and work in extreme climates. Work requires kneeling, bending, twisting, and handling of tools.

The base pay range for this position is listed below. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and budget for the open position and also may vary depending on the candidate’s job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other relevant factors. This range does not include an estimated value for any benefits, bonus, or other incentives that may be applicable based on position. * The target annual bonus for this role is 7.5% of annualized base salary, based on actual company and personal performance.

Our square burgers make us different and so do our benefits! Our restaurant support roles are eligible for a wide array of benefits, including things such as parental leave, free EAP sessions, company 401k match and other great offerings. For more details about our benefits, including an overview of eligibility and terms for certain benefits, please visit our benefits website,www.wendysbenefits.com.

*NOTE: Wendy’s benefits, bonus, and other incentives are governed by the applicable legal plans and policies and, where appropriate, may be subject to Board approval an individual award agreement terms. Those documents supersede all other information regarding Wendy’s benefits, bonus, and other incentives. Wendy’s retains the right to amend or terminate its plans and policies at its sole discretion, in accordance with applicable plans, policies and laws.

Education: High School Diploma/GED

Travel: None

Pay Range: $24 - $36 Hr.

Wendy's is an equal employment opportunity employer who may provide reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.