Wendy's Facilities Technician - Richmond, VA

Meritage Hospitality Group•Richmond, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Wendy's is seeking a Facilities Technician for the Richmond area. This role is integral to supporting Restaurant Operations across our Corporate portfolio. The Facilities Technician is responsible for providing a variety of maintenance and facilities related services, delivering excellent customer service, and efficiently managing multiple work orders and/or project plans. A company car and gas card are provided. Candidates must live within a 30-mile radius of the Richmond area.

Requirements

Valid Driver’s License without work restrictions
Must pass background check and MVR.
Must live within a 30-mile radius from the Richmond area.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of related experience in general shop and/or building maintenance is highly preferred.
Knowledge of strong basic trade skills including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, commercial cooking equipment, appliance repair and basic HVAC/refrigeration
Knowledge of industry compliance and safety awareness
Ability to plan and schedule
Ability to troubleshoot
Ability to demonstrate adaptability
Ability to demonstrate problem-solving skills
Ability to demonstrate critical thinking skills
Ability to demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

Maintain and repair cooking and prep equipment (e.g. oven, grill, fryer, ice machine, Frosty machine) as needed.
Provide interior and exterior maintenance services including, but not limited to, electrical repair, plumbing repair, painting, carpentry, floor tile repair, and acoustic ceiling repair.
Follow Preventative Maintenance schedules as outlined by Department leadership.
Develop and maintain working relationships with internal customers, outside suppliers and service providers; order and return parts in a timely manner.
Review and complete work orders and/or projects in a quality manner and within an established timeframe as assigned.
Provide comprehensive facilities visit summaries in person and within related business software that includes but is not limited to: work completed, next steps and or close-out actions.
Communicate technical and critical information both through verbal and written communication to the Organization.
Operate a company issued fleet van and maintain a standard parts inventory ensuring parts are readily available when needed.
Maintain company issued tools in good working condition.
Meet all department and company set goals.
Analyze facilities and maintenance related issues to reduce equipment downtime.
Troubleshoot mechanical issues and formulate an action plan for next steps through repair or replacement.
Respond to emergency situations with an appropriate level of urgency.
Attend staff meetings and other meetings as required.
Work assigned working hours, including on-call, holidays and weekends.
Perform other duties as assigned.