Doherty Enterprises

Facilities Technician Manager - Restaurants

Job Locations US-NJ-Allendale
ID
2025-3798
Category
Maintenance
Position Type
Regular Full-Time
Brand
Doherty Enterprises
Min
USD $75,000.00/Yr.
Max
USD $80,000.00/Yr.
Work Location : Name
Doherty Corporate Office

Position & Perks

The Facilities Manager is responsible for overseeing the maintenance, repair, and operational integrity of HVAC/refrigeration, cooking equipment, and general facilities systems across multiple restaurant locations. This role supervises Facility Maintenance Technicians and ensures the execution of preventative maintenance programs, cost-effective repairs, and vendor coordination, while maintaining safety, compliance, and service standards.

 

We offer a great benefit package including healthcare; medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, 401k with match, PTO, paid holidays, bonus incentive and more!

Responsibilities

Maintenance & Repairs

  • Perform scheduled and emergency maintenance and repairs on HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, and kitchen equipment.
  • Conduct manual repairs as needed (e.g., locks, carpentry, painting, windows, landscaping).
  • Ensure heating, plumbing, ventilation, and alarm systems remain fully functional.
  • Support equipment installation and special projects at new and existing locations

Preventative Maintenance & Inspections

  • Implement and monitor preventative maintenance programs across assigned locations.
  • Conduct routine inspections of restaurant equipment, facilities, and building systems.
  • Identify equipment abuse/misuse, emerging issues, and recommend proactive solutions.
  • Maintain service logs and warranty documentation to prevent unnecessary expenses.

Supervision & Leadership

  • Supervise and support multiple regional Facility Maintenance Technicians.
  • Train and educate management teams on basic facility maintenance practices.
  • Develop strong working relationships with restaurant managers to resolve facility concerns.

Vendor Management & Cost Control

  • Recommend and coordinate work with external contractors when needed.
  • Monitor and inspect vendor performance to ensure compliance and quality.
  • Manage parts inventory and ensure cost-effective repairs over replacements.
  • Track warranties, utilize quantity discounts, and maintain within annual budget targets.

Administrative & Reporting

  • Maintain accurate logs of maintenance activities, service calls, invoices, and expenditures.
  • Process and approve invoices in accordance with company guidelines. Assist in store openings, remodels, closings, and equipment disposal or transfers.

 

Vehicle & Tool Management

  • Maintain company-issued vehicle in clean, organized, and road-ready condition.
  • Use and maintain personal tools; specialty tools purchased with approval remain company property.
  • Company vehicle safely and maintain a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.

Qualifications

  • 10+ years HVAC Mechanic experience
  • Valid Drivers License
  • HVAC, Plumbing and Electrical, Universal Licenses
  • Knowledge of gas operated equipment, electrical systems, and refrigeration
  • Preferred; background in restaurant equipment, management of other technicians
  • HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical repair knowledge
  • Kitchen and HVAC Equipment repair knowledge
  • Basic understanding of electrical, hydraulic and other systems
  • Working knowledge of tools, common appliances and devices; able to assess when equipment or parts are repairable and when new parts are required
  • Has the knowledge to do the repairs and maintenance on most equipment. Able to guide peer techs and outside vendors as required
  • Makes good decisions based upon a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment
  • Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers while maintaining the highest standards of quality
  • Strong interpersonal skills to work with team members and vendors
  • Uses his/her time effectively and efficiently
  • Has the appropriate inventory to do the work while not stockpiling parts unnecessarily; Is accurate in inventory accounting
  • Able to respond quickly and can pre-diagnose issues over the phone
  • Personally adheres to all safety guidelines and manages others to do the same
  • Fill out paperwork legibly and on time
  • Maintains vehicle in an organized and clean manner
  • Ensures that vehicle is driven safely and traffic laws are obeyed

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