Regional Facilities Maintenance Manager - Pensacola, Tallahassee, Jacksonville, FL

Our Flavor — Why Whataburger

Whataburger isn’t just a fast-food burger chain it is where bold leadership starts — and where potential doesn’t just grow, it heats up. Whether you're leading the line or working behind the scenes, this is the place where opportunities stack up, and every day gives you a chance to Make a Difference.

Since 1950, we’ve invested in people who lead with integrity, Serve with Heart, and bring their best flavor to the team. We believe in working together, speaking up, having a little fun, and Winning as One — because great burgers (and great teams) start with the right ingredients. If you're ready — to learn, grow, impact, and Move Forward Boldly — we’ve got your back and your path cooked to perfection.

Your Recipe for Impact — What You’ll Do

As a Regional Facilities Maintenance Manager, you’ll play a critical role in keeping our restaurants running at their best—ensuring safe, reliable, and high-performing facilities that support our Family Members and Guests every day. You’ll Make a Difference by driving smart maintenance strategies and capital improvements that strengthen operations. You’ll Serve with Heart by partnering closely with field leaders and teams to solve problems and support 24/7 restaurant needs. You’ll Win as One by building strong cross-functional relationships and aligning priorities across Operations, Real Estate, and vendor partners. And you’ll Move Forward Boldly by leading projects, optimizing resources, and delivering innovative solutions that position our restaurants—and our people—for continued success.

Day-to-Day Ingredients — Responsibilities

As a Regional Facilities Maintenance Manager, you will:

• Oversee maintenance operations to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable restaurant facilities
• Manage capital projects including enhancements, rebuilds, and new unit openings end-to-end
• Partner with Brand Leaders to prioritize initiatives aligned with operational and strategic goals
• Monitor budgets, control maintenance spend, and ensure fiscal accountability
• Conduct site visits to assess conditions and identify preventative maintenance opportunities
• Lead vendor and contractor performance, ensuring quality, responsiveness, and compliance
• Support urgent 24/7 facility needs through effective ticket and issue management
• Ensure completion of fire, safety, and regulatory inspections
• Collaborate with Real Estate, Project Services, and cross-functional partners to deliver projects successfully
• Support training, onboarding, and development of technicians and team members

The Sauce — Pay & Perks

As a Regional Facilities Maintenance Manager, you will receive:

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Bonus Program that scales up to 2.5X payout potential based on company results
• Company Vehicle
• 5 weeks PTO
• 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 eligible) and Hardship Grant Assistance
• Discounted Meals for You and a Guest
• Wireless Service Discounts
• Computer & Software Discounts
• Fitness / Gym Discounts
• Awards and recognition for all you do
• Retirement Celebration Program

What You Bring to the Table — Required Experience

As a Regional Facilities Maintenance Manager, you must have: 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
• 5+ years of multi-site facilities, restaurant, hospitality, or similar experience
• Strong knowledge of maintenance operations, capital planning, and project execution
• Experience managing budgets, vendors, and contractor relationships
• Proven ability to lead projects and influence cross-functional teams
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and organizational skills
• Effective communication and partnership-building skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and business systems
• Ability to travel and maintain a valid driver’s license

Extra Toppings — Desired Experience

As a Regional Facilities Maintenance Manager, we prefer you to have: 

• 6–8+ years of experience in a restaurant or multi-unit environment
• Technical certifications (e.g., EPA, mechanical, or trade licensing)
• Experience with preventative and predictive maintenance programs
• Background in large-scale capital project planning and execution
• Experience coaching and developing technicians or field teams
• Familiarity with facility management or work order systems

Where & How You’ll Work

This role is field‑based, supporting restaurants across an assigned market or region. You’ll travel frequently to partner with Operations, provide on‑site support, and maintain strong relationships with leaders and teams in the field. When not traveling, you’ll work from your home office, balancing independent work with virtual collaboration to support ongoing business needs. Success in this role requires full‑time availability, flexibility to adjust to evolving operational priorities, and the ability to travel regularly—including day trips, overnight travel, and extended market visits. While most travel will occur within your assigned market or region, some out‑of‑market support may be required based on business needs.

Candidates must reside within the region they support and be able to travel throughout that area as needed.

Whataburger is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, age, or other condition or status protected by law. Whataburger participates in the federal E-Verify Program. For more information go to www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

*Eligibility rules may apply

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