Head Mechanic

Location: HeadPinz Entertainment Center
Department: Operations

Position Summary

The Head Mechanic / Facility Maintenance Lead is responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all bowling equipment and facility systems. This leadership role ensures that lane machinery, building infrastructure, and maintenance operations meet the highest standards of safety, performance, and guest experience.

Safety is the foundation of this position. The Head Mechanic proactively identifies hazards, maintains compliance standards, and leads preventative maintenance practices to protect guests, staff, and equipment. This role combines advanced bowling mechanical expertise with facility maintenance oversight to maintain a secure and operational environment at all times.

Core Responsibilities

Safety Leadership & Compliance

• Maintain a safety-first culture across all mechanical and maintenance operations

• Identify and correct hazards involving bowling equipment or building systems

• Ensure proper use of machinery guards and lockout/tagout procedures

• Maintain OSHA and company safety compliance standards

• Secure maintenance tools, chemicals, and workspaces

• Respond to emergency repairs using safe procedures

• Document inspections, safety checks, and maintenance work

Bowling Equipment Operations

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair pinsetters, lanes, scoring systems, and ball returns

• Perform preventative maintenance to reduce downtime and safety risks

• Monitor lane conditions for mechanical or guest safety concerns

• Ensure equipment operates within manufacturer specifications

• Maintain parts inventory to support timely repairs

Facility Maintenance Oversight

• Oversee general building systems including electrical, lighting, plumbing, and HVAC

• Identify and resolve facility hazards quickly

• Coordinate vendor repairs when specialized service is required

• Implement preventative maintenance programs

• Maintain clean, organized, and hazard-free work areas

Operational Leadership

• Assist in training staff on safe maintenance practices

• Communicate equipment status and repair priorities to management

• Support operational readiness during peak business hours

• Maintain accurate maintenance logs and documentation

Qualifications

• Experience servicing bowling pinsetter systems and lane equipment

• Working knowledge of general facility maintenance

• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills

• Understanding of workplace safety standards and hazard prevention

• Ability to prioritize safety while managing repairs

• Strong communication and organizational skills

• Ability to lift equipment and work in mechanical spaces

• Availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays

Preferred:

• Leadership experience in mechanical or maintenance roles

• OSHA or safety certifications

• Bowling industry technical certifications

Work Environment

• Active mechanical environment with moving equipment

• Indoor facility operations

• Requires lifting, bending, standing, and tool use

Success in This Role Looks Like

• Safe and reliable mechanical operations

• Minimal lane downtime

• Proactive hazard prevention

• Organized preventative maintenance systems

• Strong communication and leadership presence