Head of Maintenance

Job Description

Job Description

*The Head of Maintenance will perform preventative maintenance and repairs as well as supervision of any on-site Maintenance team members for all Journeyman locations*

Are you a Maintenance professional and a natural leader? Do you take pride in ensuring facilities and equipment operate at optimal capacity. Do you possess strong organizational and time-management skills with an eye to safety and execution? Keep reading!

All Journeyman team members must uphold and embody Journeyman’s Core Values.

CORE VALUES:

Grit Makes Great

• We believe that no challenge is too bigand we take pride in hard work.
• Grit is our foundation –perseverance through adversity, strength in difficulty, and a relentless drive to succeed.
• Challenges are opportunities in disguiseand we welcome them with determination and resolve.
• Nothing great happens by taking the easy route.

Always A Journeyman, Never a Master

• ‘Good enough’ isn’t in our vocabulary.
• We are committed to constant improvement and the pursuit of excellence in distilling, brewing, and hospitality.
• Mastery is a moving target –and we embrace the grind, knowing the journey itself is what pushes us forward.

1st Customer

• Exceptional service defines us –through every touchpoint, every day (362 a year), until the last second and beyond (59:59+).
• This mindset extends to how we treat vendors, partners, and each other.
• 1stCustomer is our culture –and our legacy.

Ambassador

• Take pride and ownership in your work.
• Engage and actively participate in your work and company activities.
• Be a positive force in the workplace, creating a culture of positivity.
• Extend common courtesy to yourself, employees, and guests.
• Evangelize and promote the company and brand.

We believe hard work and dedication deserve to be rewarded. To that end, we provide a comprehensive benefits and incentives package.

Here’s a peek at what you will receive as a Journeyman team member:

• Outstanding Growth Opportunity!
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Supplemental Insurance Options
• Free Quarterly Bottle of Spirit (21+)
• Loyalty Incentives (ask about our 5-Year Bottle Reward!)
• Employee Discounts
• Monthly Welcome event with Owner/Founder, Bill Welter
• Annual Employee Putting Competition
• Annual Employee Party

PRIMARY PURPOSE : The Head of Maintenance ensures the smooth operation of all Journeyman facilities and equipment for multiple locations.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Oversee Maintenance Activities: Manage all maintenance activities within the facilities. This includes routine maintenance tasks as well as addressing unexpected issues promptly.
• Leadership, Management, and Accountability of F&M Team : Supervise and coordinate the work of maintenance staff, contractors, and vendors. This involves hiring, training, and scheduling employees, as well as ensuring they have the necessary tools and resources to perform their duties effectively.
• Budget Management: Manage the department budget. Allocate resources wisely, prioritize tasks, and ensure cost-effectiveness in maintenance and repair activities.
• Facility Inspections: Regularly inspect the facilities to identify maintenance needs, safety hazards, or code violations. Create reports based on these inspections and develop plans to address any issues.
• Implement Preventive Maintenance Programs: Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs to avoid equipment or facility breakdowns. This includes scheduling regular inspections, lubrications, cleaning, and replacements to prevent wear and tear.
• Ensure Safety and Compliance: Ensure that facilities comply with safety regulations and environmental standards. Be aware of local, state, and federal regulations and ensure the facilities meets these requirements.
• Emergency Response: Be prepared to respond to emergencies, such as power outages, flooding, or other disasters. Have contingency plans in place and coordinate with other departments or external agencies as needed.
• Vendor Management: Work with external vendors and contractors for specialized maintenance tasks or repairs. Negotiate contracts, ensuring work quality, and manage vendor relationships.
• Space Planning and Utilization: Optimize the use of space within the facilities. This may involve rearranging workspaces, planning expansions, or consolidating areas for efficiency.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, inspections, and costs for future reference, budgeting, and compliance purposes.
• Sustainability Initiatives: Implement and oversee sustainability initiatives, such as energy-efficient practices, waste reduction, and environmentally friendly maintenance methods.
• Communication: Effectively communicate with other departments, management, and employees regarding maintenance schedules, issues, and updates.

Requirements

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND VISUAL SKILLS:

• Must have ability to perform job functions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy.
• Must have ability to safely operate all tools, equipment and motor vehicles within safety standards and guidelines.
• Must have ability to carry out detailed written or verbal instructions independently.
• Must have ability to use all senses to ensure consistency in work processes.
• Must have ability to operate, clean, and maintain all equipment required in job function.
• Must exhibit strong attention to detail and have good organizational and verbal communication skills.
• Must have ability to use logical or rational thinking to solve problems.
• Must have ability to use hands in a precise and repetitive manner for periods of 8 -10 hours a day.
• Must have ability to perform moderate physical work; may be required to lift up to 100 pounds occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently and performing such activities as bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting and grasping for up to 10 hours without sitting.
• Must have ability to sit and focus on a single task for up to 10 hours.

EDUCATIONAL, DEVELOPMENT AND WORK-RELATED EXPERIENCE:

• A high school education is required.
• Knowledge of pumps and motors; basic understanding of how they function.
• Knowledge of refrigeration, such as coolers, chillers, and HVAC.
• One to two years training or equivalent experience in facilities maintenance is required.

REQUIRED WORK HABITS:

• Must always use proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and ensure strict adherence to safety regulations and protocol.
• Work habits include regular attendance, teamwork, initiative, dependability, and promptness.
• Ability to work flexible schedule to include weekends and holidays.
• Must exhibit the ability to meet deadlines on projects and scheduled preventative maintenance.
• Must communicate to the Owner any obstacles (tools, resources, training, etc.) toward meeting deadlines or performing routine responsibilities.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Works indoors in restaurant, office, production, warehouse, and residential environments, as well as outdoors in and around all facilities with exposure to all types of seasonal weather.
• Potential exposure to sharp and rapid equipment movement hazards, sharp utensils, extremely hot wax, and dangerous chemicals/solvents if proper safety procedures are not followed.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must have reliable transportation.