Location: Brownsville, TX
Company: Loves Travel Stops & Country Store
a lot of pride in making customers want to come back and your work makes a big difference. How You Will Fit In Win customers over by being friendly and impressing them with your care Always put the safety and happiness of your customers first Take ownership in helping to run the store, operating the point-of-sale system, assisting customers, providing general housekeeping, and facilities maintenance tasks Be a source for answers as customers ask for directions or need to locate something in the store Ability to work a flexible schedule to include some nights, weekends, or holidays Be reliable, accountable, and presentable Capability to do some light lifting, working up to 8-hour shifts and doing
light paperwork, including basic math.
Benefits That Can't Be Beat Medical/Dental/Vision and Life Insurance Plans Flexible Scheduling Road to Success Program for career development On-the-job training Competitive pay (paid weekly) Team Member bonus program Holiday pay 401(k) with matching contributions Parental Leave Adoption Assistance Pet Insurance Employee Assistance Program Typical Physical Demands Regularly required to talk and hear Requires standing and walking, with some bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing Occasional lifting of up to 50lbs Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision,
depth perception and ability to adjust focus Work Environment While performing these duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to outdoor elements in all seasons.
Occasionally, the employee will also be exposed to fumes and particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment can be loud at times. While performing these duties, the employee may be exposed to dirt, dust, grime, grease, oil, gas, high-concentrated cleaning solutions, etc. Diversity Statement From the founding of Love’s, our leaders have been passionate about providing excellent customer experiences and helping our Team Members grow. We do both within a culture of respect and inclusion.
In order to sustain this culture, we will welcome individuals who are diverse in experiences, age, race, gender, interactionual orientation, religion and physical or mental ability. Also, we are committed to sustaining a professional working environment where ALL people feel respected. By doing these things we will cultivate diversity of thought and a spirit of innovation. Grow Far with Love's As a family-based company, we are committed to adhering to our values. Ensuring that each of our people has success is central to these values. The Road to Success Program offers leadership and management skills training.
If management is your path, we will help you get there. As a merit-based culture, we champion creative and valuable ideas and challenging work is not only recognized but rewarded. Whether you are looking for part-time work to supplement your income or to grow into a leadership role, with Love’s, all roads lead to success! Job Function(s): Retail Love’s Travel Stops & Country Stores is the industry-leading travel stop network in the United States. For more than 55 years, we have provided customers with highway hospitality and “Clean Places, Friendly Faces.
” We’re passionate about serving drivers with clean, modern facilities stocked with fuel, food and supplies. We offer meals from popular restaurant chains, trucking supplies, showers and everything needed to get back on the road quickly. The Love’s Family of Companies includes: Gemini Motor Transport, one of the industry’s safest trucking fleets Speedco, the light mechanical and trucking service specialists Musket, a rapidly growing, Houston-based commodities supplier and trader Trillium, a Houston-based alternative fuels expert
technical skills and training to the maintenance team. Maintain hazard communications program. Teach and promote safe work practices. Attend and participate in technical training programs to maintain personal skill level. Personnel Management Responsible for recruiting, hiring and quality of staff and recommend promotions and terminations when necessary.
Communicate professionally and delegate effectively with staff members. Document all counseling sessions. Ensure the staff is motivated and functions as an effective team. Comply with all personnel management policies and procedures. Develop staff through continuous motivation and training. Administrative Adhere to budget guidelines and
obtain competitive bids on major expenses. Purchase supplies as necessary using standard purchase order system and proper bidding procedures. Prepare staffing schedules consistent with property needs.
Monitor inventory of parts and supplies and appropriate levels. Participate in Company meetings, as required. Quality Control Ensure that the physical condition of the property is maintained according to Company operating and safety standards. Organize and prioritize service requests and ensure all service requests and repairs are made correctly and in a timely manner. Oversee completion of service requests in 24 hours or per property policy. Inspect grounds, buildings and other property
features as required to minimize liability concerns. Oversee turnkey operations and ensuring that vacants are made rent-ready in a timely manner.
Maintain an effective preventative maintenance program. Maintain an organized, clean and safe work area. Ensure adherence to the Company’s safety and hazard communications programs, policies and procedures. Teach and promote safe work practices to staff. Customer Service Maintain a high level of customer service. Communicate effectively with residents, fellow associates, vendors and supervisors. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Must be able to diagnose problems and repair the following: Major appliances HVAC (EPA Certification) Basic – Intermediate plumbing Basic – Intermediate electrical (when no license required) Sheetrock General carpentry Pool care (if required by property) Roof and gutter repair Wallpaper/painting Foundation/sidewalk repairs Irrigation and maintenance repairs Landscaping Ice and snow removal In addition, the position requires the following skills: Ability to deal well with people Good verbal communication skills Strong customer service skills Licenses EPA certification, Type I and II Valid driver’s license and current automobile insurance Other licenses and certifications as required by state or federal law.3 Training Attend and participate in the FAM, LLC technical training from Regional Maintenance Coordinator programs as required to maintain personal and professional skill level.
Attendance The position requires ability to work 40 hours per week. Weekends as circumstances warrant; on-call on a rotating basis and for emergencies. Required Education and Experience No specific level of education required. Minimum three (3) years’ previous experience in property management maintenance, other building maintenance or related trade. Older properties (5+ years) may also require previous renovation experience.
Physical Requirements Lead Maintenance will spend 90 to 95 percent of their time performing hands-on repairs/maintenance work. The remaining time will be spent supervising the work of other employees and outside contractors. The position requires ability to transport or move up to 50 pounds variable distances; the mobility and flexibility to use ladders and to access and work in confined spaces or at heights in excess of nine feet; the ability to work outdoors in temperatures exceeding 90 degrees or below 32 degrees Fahrenheit. Ability to personally perform general maintenance repair tasks without endangering themselves, residents or fellow employees.
Working Conditions/Tools Required The position requires employees s to furnish their own tools and vehicle to perform daily routine tasks around the property. Persons must be able to drive the vehicle without jeopardizing the safety of residents and fellow employees. The position requires employees to be able to use general maintenance equipment including, but not limited to: hand tools, power tools, ladders, dollies, jacks, motors, pumps, compressors, blower equipment, augers, calipers, volt meters, testing meters, refrigerant, recovery units, landscaping equipment, vacuum pump, pool chemicals and required safety equipment, etc.
The position requires individuals to wear company specified maintenance uniform apparel and safety equipment as required.
Facilities/Maintenance Jobs involve ensuring that buildings and their services meet the needs of the people that work in them. These roles are critical for the smooth operation of physical spaces, requiring maintenance of electrical systems, plumbing, HVAC, and general upkeep. Maintenance workers perform repairs and preventive maintenance to keep infrastructure in optimal condition. Key characteristics of these jobs include problem-solving skills, technical knowledge, and a hands-on approach to ensure safety and functionality within a facility. These positions can range from custodial work to specialized technical maintenance, often necessitating a willingness to respond to emergencies and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Facilities/Maintenance jobs focus on the upkeep and proper functioning of buildings and other physical infrastructures. Responsibilities often include routine maintenance, repairing equipment, ensuring safety codes are met, and responding to emergency situations. Typically, these roles require a hands-on approach, technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. These positions are crucial in ensuring that facilities remain safe, efficient, and well-maintained for daily operations.
Facilities/Maintenance jobs focus on the upkeep and proper functioning of buildings and other physical infrastructures. Responsibilities often include routine maintenance, repairing equipment, ensuring safety codes are met, and responding to emergency situations. Typically, these roles require a hands-on approach, technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. These positions are crucial in ensuring that facilities remain safe, efficient, and well-maintained for daily operations.
