[Hiring] Regional Facilities Maintenance Group Manager @Whataburger

Role Description

As a Regional Facilities Maintenance Group Manager, you will lead the strategy, performance, and continuous improvement of facilities maintenance programs across multiple regions, ensuring our restaurants remain safe, reliable, and ready to serve our Guests. You will drive operational excellence through effective maintenance planning, asset stewardship, vendor management, and team leadership while supporting restaurant growth and long-term business objectives.

In this role, you will bring our values to life every day by:

• Making a Difference through proactive facility solutions that protect our assets and enhance the Guest experience;
• Serving with Heart by supporting restaurant operators and teams with responsive, high-quality maintenance programs;
• Winning as One by partnering across Operations, Development, Supply Chain, and Facilities teams to achieve shared goals;
• Moving Forward Boldly by championing innovation, technology, and continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen the future of our maintenance organization.

Day-to-Day Ingredients — Responsibilities:

• Lead, coach, and develop regional facilities maintenance leaders and teams.
• Drive maintenance strategies that support operational excellence and business growth.
• Oversee regional maintenance, capital, and operating budgets.
• Develop long-range asset management and facility lifecycle plans.
• Ensure contractor and vendor performance meets quality, cost, and service expectations.
• Partner with Operations to prioritize facility needs and resolve complex issues.
• Support new restaurant openings, remodels, and major capital projects.
• Analyze maintenance trends and performance metrics to drive improvements.
• Champion maintenance technologies, systems, and process enhancements.
• Build organizational capability through succession planning and talent development.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, safety requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to align maintenance priorities with business objectives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 8+ years of progressive facilities maintenance, construction, engineering, or related leadership experience.
• Experience leading multi-site maintenance operations across a large geographic area.
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing operating and capital budgets.
• Experience managing contractor, vendor, and service-provider relationships.
• Proven success leading, coaching, and developing high-performing teams.
• Strong strategic planning, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to analyze data and translate insights into operational improvements.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company driving requirements.
• Ability to travel frequently within assigned regions.

Requirements

• Experience supporting restaurant, retail, hospitality, or other multi-unit environments.
• Experience leading regional or national facilities maintenance programs.
• Knowledge of asset lifecycle management and preventative maintenance strategies.
• Experience implementing maintenance management systems and technology solutions.
• Familiarity with capital project planning, prioritization, and execution.
• Experience influencing senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Professional certifications related to facilities management, maintenance, or project management.
• Experience leveraging AI-enabled tools, analytics, or automation to improve business outcomes.

Benefits

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Bonus Program
• Company Vehicle, Cell Phone, and Laptop
• 5 weeks of PTO Starting on Day One
• Paid Corporate Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) match $1/$1 up to 4%
• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Short-term and Long-term Disability Benefits
• Opportunities for Career Development and Growth
• Whataburger Family Foundation - Scholarship Program (dependents also eligible) and Hardship Grant Assistance
• Discounted Meals for You and a Guest
• Cell Phone Service Discounts
• Computer & Software Discounts
• Fitness / Gym Discounts
• Awards and recognition for all you do
• Retirement Celebration Program