Preventative Maintenance Technician - Austin, TX
Whataburger
Country: United States of America
Location: 6106 Cameron Rd Austin TX 78723-1846
Time Type: Full time
Posted On: January 22, 2025
Welcome to Whataburger Careers!
Total Rewards:
- Competitive Weekly Pay
- Bonus Program with 250% Upside Potential
- Performance for Pay Program – Eligibility to Receive a Pay Increase Once a Year, Based on Performance
- Opportunities for Career Development and Growth
- Healthcare and Life Insurance Benefits
- Paid Time Off - 5 Weeks on Day 1!
- Paid Corporate Holidays
- Company Vehicle, Based on Position
- 401(k) Savings Plan with a Competitive Company Match
- Paid Parental Leave – Subject to Eligibility Requirements
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Scholarship Program - You and Your Dependents are Eligible!
- Whataburger Family Foundation (Hardship Grant Assistance)
- Discounted Meals For You and a Guest
- Wireless Service Discounts
- Computer & Software Discounts
- Fitness / Gym Discounts
- Awards and Recognition For All You Do
- Retirement Celebration Program
Responsibilities:
- Performs preventive maintenance on all Whataburger equipment including heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), cooking and beverage equipment, and refrigerators which may involve making minor electrical and plumbing repairs.
- Provides support to the operation of Whataburger restaurants and keeps the facilities up to the Facilities Brand Standard.
- Informs appropriate management of potential electrical/mechanical problems with equipment and inherent dangers involved.
- Performs and documents quality equipment maintenance that meets the work order priority and customer Service Level Agreement (SLA).
- Complies with all national, state, and local regulatory requirements.
- Communicates continuously and effectively with restaurant and maintenance leaders.
- Assists with implementing changes to restaurant procedures and equipment intended to improve productivity, customer service and profitability.
- Partners with the Lead Technician and Regional Facilities Manager to ensure all service work orders are successfully executed.
- Reduces costs associated with equipment maintenance by proactively planning and organizing assigned work orders.
- Assumes additional responsibilities as assigned.
Education:
- High school diploma/GED equivalent or equivalent work experience
- Trade or Vocational school certificate in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration preferred
Experience:
- 6+ months experience in a HVAC or Commercial Kitchen maintenance environment preferred
Knowledge, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Basic refrigeration & HVAC knowledge / skills
- Basic commercial kitchen equipment knowledge / skills
- Basic plumbing and electrical knowledge / skills
- Ability to troubleshoot and correct basic equipment service issues
- Demonstrated ability to communicate well with the general public and experience in establishing and maintaining an effective working relationship with management, vendors, and co-workers
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and within a team environment
Professional Certification:
- Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 608 Universal Certification (required)
Working Conditions/Travel Requirements:
- Expected to work the necessary time to satisfactorily fulfill job responsibilities
- Must be able to report to work timely and as required by operational/business needs
- Must be able to work a full-time schedule and work outside of normal business hours when necessary
- Must be able to travel occasionally both locally and long distances (including air travel), to worksites, meeting sites, and other locations
- Must possess a valid driver’s license, submit to releasing a Motor Vehicle Record that adheres to the Whataburger standards and maintain current automobile liability at minimum levels in their state of residence