Facilities Maintenance Manager

Company: Beer Barrel Inc. (including Sycamore Dining, LLC)

Location: Northwest & Central Ohio, and Fort Wayne, IN

Job Type: Full-Time, Salaried Management Position

Reports To: Director of Business Support Services

Company Overview

Beer Barrel Inc., including Sycamore Dining, LLC, is a proud family-owned restaurant company operating 12 vibrant and high-volume dining establishments across Northwest and Central Ohio, as well as Fort Wayne, Indiana. We are deeply committed to delivering excellent guest experiences and maintaining warm, welcoming environments in each of our locations. We're seeking a dynamic Facilities Maintenance Manager to join our team and help ensure our restaurants remain safe, operational, and guest-ready at all times.

Position Summary

The Facilities Maintenance Manager will lead all aspects of building maintenance and repairs across our multi-unit restaurant footprint. This role blends administrative oversight with hands-on responsibilities and is crucial to the long-term upkeep and efficiency of our operations. Key responsibilities include managing our Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), overseeing preventive maintenance schedules, coordinating emergency repairs, and supervising both internal maintenance staff and external service providers.

Key Responsibilities

CMMS Oversight (Service Channel):
Manage and continuously improve the use of our CMMS platform for scheduling, tracking, and reporting all maintenance activities.
Monitor service requests and work orders to ensure timely resolution and quality standards.
Manage or delegate helpdesk work orders related to basic IT and technical support needs across restaurant locations, ensuring efficient follow-through and communication with support teams.
Preventive Maintenance Program:
Develop, implement, and manage preventive maintenance programs to minimize downtime and reduce costly repairs.
Ensure consistent maintenance standards across all restaurant locations.
Repairs & Incident Management:
Coordinate and respond to urgent maintenance needs and facility-related incidents, including evenings and weekends.
Serve as the primary contact for emergency facility issues.
Team Leadership & Vendor Coordination:
Supervise a small internal maintenance team, including training, scheduling, and performance reviews.
Manage and maintain positive relationships with external service providers and contractors.
Travel & On-Site Presence:
Regular travel (minimum 25%) to restaurant locations for inspections, project oversight, and urgent needs.
Company vehicle or mileage reimbursement will be provided.
Administrative & Budget Oversight:
Manage budgets for maintenance operations, track expenditures, and support cost-effective decision-making.
Ensure documentation and compliance with safety regulations, health codes, and internal standards.

Qualifications

Required:

Proven mechanical aptitude and hands-on maintenance experience.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
At least 3-5 years of experience in facility maintenance or operations.
Solid working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.
Willingness to travel frequently and handle emergency calls after hours.

Preferred:

Experience working in and managing a CMMS, preferably Service Channel.
Prior experience with multi-unit restaurant or hospitality facilities.
Experience troubleshooting and repairing commercial kitchen and cooking equipment (e.g., ovens, fryers, dish machines, refrigeration).
Relevant trade certifications (e.g., EPA Section 608, HVACR certification, electrical journeyman license, plumbing license).
Leadership experience with direct reports and vendor management.

What We Offer

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
Flexible, family-friendly work environment
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and holiday schedule
Comprehensive benefits package including:

- Health, dental, and vision insurance

- 401(k) with generous company match

- Mileage reimbursement or company vehicle

- Opportunities for professional growth in a stable, respected family-owned business

Work Environment

- This position is full-time, salaried, and 100% in-person

- This position requires travel, 25-50%, to all of our operating facilities in addition to work from the corporate office in Columbus, OH

Join Our Family

If you're a hands-on, solutions-oriented professional with a passion for operational excellence and a heart for hospitality, we'd love to hear from you. Join Beer Barrel Inc. and Sycamore Dining, LLC, and help us continue to deliver exceptional dining experiences across the region.

Beer Barrel Pizza & Grill is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment in service of our employees, the diverse customers we aim to serve, and the communities we call home. We do all of this with kindness, empathy, and respect for each other.

An offer of employment for the Facilities Maintenance Manager position will be subject to satisfactory completion of a background check.