Senior Facilities Manager | Greater Seattle AreaWage Range: $35-$42/hour (Non-Exempt) + Eligibility to Participate in Company Bonus ProgramThis role will lead a facilities Supervisor and a team of approximately 3 to 5 facilities team members while overseeing preventative maintenance, emergency repairs, vendor performance + overall facility standards across the Seattle market.
The Senior Facilities Manager will be responsible for building a proactive, disciplined facilities program focused on equipment reliability, asset lifecycle planning + repair cost control. This includes forecasting equipment replacement needs, maintaining preventative maintenance schedules, prioritizing work orders, ensuring service tickets are completed + closed out on time and reducing unnecessary equipment downtime across the restaurants.
The ideal candidate will bring strong hands-on experience with HVAC, heating + cooling systems, electrical, commercial refrigeration + general restaurant equipment and maintenance. This leader must be able to accurately diagnose equipment issues, determine when repairs can be completed internally versus requiring a licensed or specialized vendor + ensure repairs are completed safely and correctly.
Hands On Technical AssessmentAs part of the selection process, final candidates may be required to complete a job-related practical skills assessment to demonstrate their ability to diagnose, troubleshoot + appropriately respond to common restaurant equipment and facilities issues. Any assessment involving productive work performed for the company will be compensated in accordance with applicable Washington wage + hour requirements.
Success in this role means fewer emergency repairs, longer equipment life, controlled R&M costs, strong preventative maintenance compliance, consistent completion of scheduled work + timely closure of facilities tickets across the market.
Required Qualifications- 5+ years of facilities, HVAC, refrigeration or commercial maintenance experience
- 3+ years of leadership experience managing facilities or maintenance teams
- Experience supporting multi-unit restaurant, hospitality, retail or commercial facilities
- Strong working knowledge of HVAC, heating + cooling, commercial refrigeration, plumbing, electrical and general restaurant equipment
- Experience managing preventative maintenance programs, emergency repairs, vendors and repair + maintenance budgets
- Ability to diagnose facility and equipment issues and determine when repairs should be handled internally vs. outsourced
- Strong leadership, communication, organization and financial management skills
- Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
- Ability to travel regularly between 15+ Seattle area restaurants and 4 commissary kitchens + production facilities
- Ability to respond to occasional after-hours facility emergencies
Preferred Qualifications- EPA Section 608 Certification
- HVAC, refrigeration, electrical or other relevant trade certifications
- Experience specifically supporting restaurant facilities and commercial kitchens
- Experience managing R&M budgets, vendor negotiations and preventative maintenance strategy
- Associate's or bachelor's degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Construction Management or a related field
Benefits:- Medical, dental + vision insurance with 90% of employee premiums paid by the company
- Access to a company vehicle for authorized business-related travel + transportation needs. Use of a company vehicle is a privilege, not a guaranteed benefit, and is contingent upon maintaining a valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, compliance with company vehicle policies + continued business need
- Paid time off
- Employee meal benefits
- Eligibility for a performance-based bonus program
- Career growth + advancement opportunities within a growing multi location organization
