Maintenance Lead

El Tigre / Tex Best / La Lomita•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

El Tigre Food Stores/ Tex Best Travel Centers provide a unique workplace experience for all of our team members within Retail Convenience Stores. Our goal is to make sure our team members succeed in a fun, family focused environment. If you are a team player interested in learning and growing, El Tigre/ Tex Best is the place for you to begin your career journey. The Maintenance Lead will oversee maintenance and repairs of electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning, carpentry, painting, and other building systems.

Requirements

Proven experience in maintenance or a related field.
Ability to handle physical workload and stand for extended periods.
Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
High level of motivation and proactivity.
Flexibility to work various shifts as needed.
Ability to climb ladders for access to ceilings and signs.
Ability to crawl in access areas and under counters and dispensers.
Ability to assemble and disassemble large and small mechanical, plumbing, and electrical parts, assemblies, and components.
Ability to operate hand and power tools and special equipment to complete work assignments.
Ability to perform repeated bending, standing, and reaching.
Comfortable in a fast-moving environment.
Excellent customer service, interpersonal, and time management skills.
Problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Proactive mindset.
High energy and strong work ethic.
High School Diploma or Equivalent.
At least three years of maintenance experience required.

Responsibilities

Perform routine maintenance tasks throughout the retail store.
Identify and report the need for major repairs.
Ensure all equipment and facilities are kept in clean and operational condition.
Respond to maintenance requests in a timely and professional manner.
Assist with store setup and takedown for special events.
Collaborate with store staff to maintain a safe and pleasant shopping environment.
Perform preventive maintenance tasks for equipment and facilities in accordance with manufacturer's and/or engineering guidelines.
Provide equipment maintenance support and preventive maintenance and on-demand/emergency basis which may include power washing, change filters, painting, ceiling tiles replaced, lightbulb replacement and other similar duties.