Maintenance Support Manager

We want you to join our team as a Maintenance Support Manager. This role is ideal for a strong people leader who enjoys problem-solving, managing complex projects, and keeping operations running smoothly across a large footprint while continuing to grow their career.

This position partners closely with the Senior Maintenance Support Manager and plays a key leadership role in supporting store operations through effective maintenance programs, vendor management, and budget oversight.

As a Maintenance Support Manager, you will enjoy:

• Medical, Vision, Dental, Life, Short and Long-Term Disability
• Annual salary of $72,000 to $78,000
• Wellness incentives or programs
• 401(k) with competitive company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Large, stable organization
• Career development and growth opportunities
• Work with a collaborative, experienced facilities and operations team
• Variety in workday across office, field, and project environments

Your key responsibilities:

• Lead and develop a maintenance team of up to 25 team members through coaching and performance management.
• Oversee day-to-day maintenance department operations with consistent support to store locations.
• Manage maintenance expense and capital budgets, including cost tracking, variance analysis, forecasting, and regular reporting to leadership.
• Oversee vendor relationships by negotiating pricing, managing contracts, resolving service issues, and conducting semi-annual vendor reviews.
• Develop and continuously improve preventive maintenance programs to maximize equipment uptime, reduce costs, and support store profitability.
• Review, verify, code, and approve maintenance invoices within delegated authority to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Identify, plan, and manage special and capital maintenance projects, ensuring completion on time, within budget, and to company standards.
• Partner with Regional Directors of Operations and conduct site visits as needed to support field execution and address maintenance concerns.
• Support annual budget planning and long-term asset management strategies.
• Recruit, onboard, train, and retain maintenance team members.
• Maintain strong communication with internal teams, vendors, and external partners to ensure alignment with business needs.
• Perform additional duties that support the continued success of the region and facilities team.

You are good at:

• Leading and developing teams
• Managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Budgeting, cost control, and financial analysis
• Problem-solving and sound decision-making
• Vendor and contract management
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Building strong cross-functional partnerships
• Staying organized while managing interruptions and deadlines

Great if you have:

• Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Maintenance or facilities management experience within retail, convenience store, or multi-site environments
• Prior leadership and project management experience
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, petroleum equipment, and general facility repair
• Experience creating and managing operating and capital budgets
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Valid driver’s license with ability to travel to store locations up to 50 percent of the time
• Relevant certifications preferred but not required

Physical requirements:

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to operate a computer keyboard and mouse for data entry
• Ability to view computer monitors and communicate by phone
• Ability to reach forward and overhead and occasionally lift up to 20 pounds
• Ability to climb ladders and navigate field environments as needed
• Ability to work in both office and outdoor settings

Work environment:

• This role includes a mix of office-based and fieldwork.
• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions during site visits.
• Office environment includes moderate noise levels and standard lighting.

Work may occasionally include extended hours, weekends, or holidays based on business needs.

Circle K is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Company complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (the ADA) and all state and local disability laws.  Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the terms of the ADA and certain state or local laws as long as it does not impose an undue hardship on the Company. Please inform the Company’s Human Resources Representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

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