Hard Truth Distilling Co.: Maintenance Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Maintenance Management: Oversee the day-to-day maintenance needs of all restaurant locations, ensuring that all equipment, HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical, and general facilities are functioning properly.
• Preventive Maintenance: Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules for equipment and building systems to minimize downtime and extend the lifespan of assets.
• Vendor Coordination: Manage relationships with external service providers and contractors, negotiating contracts, scheduling work, and ensuring that all repairs and services are completed promptly and to specification.
• Budget Management: Develop and manage the maintenance budget for all locations, ensuring cost-effective solutions while maintaining the quality of services.
• Emergency Response: Act as the primary point of contact for all emergency repair issues. Ensure a rapid response to unexpected breakdowns and urgent repair needs, minimizing operational disruption.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure all facilities meet local health, safety, and fire regulations. Conduct regular inspections and audits to ensure compliance with all industry standards and company policies.
• Team Leadership: Supervise and lead a team of in-house maintenance staff, providing training, direction, and performance feedback to ensure high-quality work standards.
• Reporting & Documentation: Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, repair logs, and inventory management. Provide regular reports to upper management regarding maintenance status, issues, and improvements.
• Collaboration: Work closely with restaurant management teams to understand their needs and provide timely support for repairs or upgrades that enhance operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience: High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate’s degree in Facility Management, Engineering, or a related field is preferred. Minimum of 5 years of experience in maintenance management, with at least 2 years of experience managing multiple locations. Experience in the restaurant or hospitality industry is highly preferred.
• Skills: Strong knowledge of building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, and general construction. Proficient in using maintenance management software (CMMS) and other related tools. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Ability to manage budgets, track costs, and optimize resources. Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with multiple teams. Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems quickly and effectively. Knowledge of local and national building codes and safety regulations.