Restaurant Maintenance Technician - Fayetteville, AR
$79,040–$79,040 year
On-site · Fayetteville, Arkansas, United States
Job Summary
Restaurant Maintenance Technician needed to diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair HVAC, refrigeration, and kitchen equipment across multiple Whataburger locations. Responsibilities include responding to service calls, documenting repairs, managing work orders and inventory, coordinating third-party vendors, and supporting restaurant operations during after-hours or urgent repair situations. Must have at least 1+ year of field experience in HVAC/refrigeration and repair of commercial kitchen equipment, EPA/CFC certification, and the ability to travel regionally while maintaining safety and SLA commitments. Compensation includes a base rate of $38/hour, with a travel-friendly benefits package and 5 weeks PTO. The role is field-based with travel to assigned restaurants and local/long-distance trips as needed.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED equivalent (or equivalent work experience)
- Ability to work full-time hours, with on-call rotation once a month
- Travel locally and long distances (including air travel) to worksites and meetings
- 1+ year of field experience in HVAC and commercial refrigeration
- 1+ year of experience repairing commercial kitchen equipment or equivalent technical education
- EPA or CFC Certification
- Strong working knowledge of HVAC, refrigeration, and commercial kitchen equipment systems
- Basic knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, and intermediate electrical repairs
- Ability to prioritize reactive service work, troubleshoot complex issues, and meet SLA timelines
- Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly with restaurant leaders, vendors, and the general public
- Valid driver’s license and ability to meet Whataburger MVR standards
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and safely work on ladders and rooftops
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