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R&M Technician/Handyman
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Reports To: Executive Chef & Facilities Director
Schedule: Full-time, five days per week (flexibility required for on-call emergencies)
Pay: $30–$40/hr DOE
About Us
We’re a vibrant restaurant group with multiple locations across L.A.- we take hospitality, food, drink, cleanliness, safety, and functionality seriously. We’re searching for a dedicated Maintenance & Facilities Technician to keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes.
What You’ll Do
Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance on all restaurant systems - plumbing, electrical, HVAC, refrigeration, cooking equipment, lighting, carpentry, painting, drywall, and more.
Troubleshoot and repair equipment malfunctions (fryers, walk-ins, dispensers, chillers, glycol units, etc.)
Respond promptly to urgent issues with minimal disruption - be the first responder
Coordinate and oversee third party vendors (pest control, grease traps, gardeners, fire safety, etc.)
Support digital systems like security cameras, POS hardware, and Wi-Fi/back-up installs
Manage small to medium scale installation projects (fixtures, shelves, storage, furniture, ADA upgrades, etc.)
Maintain and organize maintenance tools.
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and fire regulations
Document completed work and escalate outstanding issues weekly
Be on-call for emergencies during evenings/weekends
What You’ll Bring
5+ years of multi-site commercial facilities maintenance experience (restaurant or retail preferred). Property management experience is preferred as well
Strong practical skills in HVAC, refrigeration diagnostics, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, insulation
Comfortable with power tools, ladders, scaffolding, and other tools of the trade
Valid CA driver’s license, reliable transportation, and maintain continuous vehicle liability insurance as required by state law
Strong organizational abilities, proactive planning, and attention to detail
Excellent communication skills for vendor coordination and cross-team work
Available for occasional weekend and emergency calls
Preferred: EPA 608 (HVAC), OSHA 10/30, electrical certifications, HVAC or trade school credentials.
Proficient in English and Spanish
Physical Requirements
Ability to move in and out of a variety of positions including but not limited to: sitting, standing for longer periods of time, walking, squatting, crouching, stair and ladder climbing, kneeling, crawling, overhead reaching, lifting, and carrying.
Ability to push and pull objects up to 120lbs.
Ability to lift below waist up to 70lbs and above waist up to 45 lbs.
Ability to work in tight and confined spaces.
Why You'll Love It Here
Competitive compensation with paid time off, health/dental insurance, 401K
Complimentary meal while working + generous discount when dining in
Mileage reimbursement
Steady schedule with growth opportunities
Supportive, team-oriented environment
Meaningful impact across multiple neighborhood restaurants
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Work Location: In person

1275 Cherry St, Los Angeles, CA 90015, USA
$30-40/hour