What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilities & Equipment Maintenance Lead position at VP Racing Fuels Inc?
Description
Fueling Success in this Role:
VP Racing is seeking a mid-to-senior level Facilities & Equipment Maintenance Lead with strong experience in automated equipment maintenance and repair, including mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems. This role is primarily responsible for maintaining and repairing specialized operational equipment (various car washes across San Antonio) while also supporting broader facility maintenance needs across our Elmendorf, Texas plant.
This is a hands-on, high-responsibility role ideal for an experienced technician who can independently troubleshoot, repair, and maintain complex equipment, while also contributing across multiple skilled trades when needed.
Primary Responsibilities (Core Focus):
- Perform preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on specialized automated equipment and systems
- Analyze mechanical, electrical, and electronic failures; disassemble, repair, reassemble, and test equipment
- Troubleshoot electrical systems using wiring diagrams, schematics, and volt/ohm meters
- Read and interpret manufacturer manuals, technical specifications, and SOPs
- Conduct routine inspections to ensure equipment operates safely and efficiently
- Maintain equipment, motors, machines, tools, and materials to customer and industry standards
Secondary Responsibilities (Supporting Facility Maintenance):
- Support general facility maintenance across mechanical, electrical, plumbing, hydraulic, and light fabrication areas
- Assist with facility inspections, preventative maintenance schedules, and repair planning
- Maintain clean, organized work areas, tools, and storage spaces
- Support cost control efforts by evaluating parts, warranties, vendors, and service options
- Assist leadership with maintenance planning and equipment needs
Why Should You Join Our Team?
At VP Racing, we don’t just create high-performance fuels, we create high-performance careers. Based in San Antonio, Texas, we are a global leader in race fuels, performance chemicals, and branded retail products. Our work environment is built for those who thrive on innovation, precision, and speed, offering a dynamic workplace where passion drives everything we do. We invest in our people and provide real opportunities for professional growth.
We hire people based on potential, not just experience, and believe in building a team that’s diverse, driven, and ready to push limits. At VP, we work hard and play hard, innovate boldly, and foster a fun, collaborative culture where teamwork fuels success.
High-Octane Rewards:
We offer a competitive salary for our Facilities & Equipment Maintenance Lead, based on experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and future. Our benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, a full suite of supplemental insurance options, and a robust 401(k) plan with a company match to help you build a secure retirement. We offer paid time off, so you have the flexibility to recharge and refuel. You'll enjoy a down-to-earth, casual work environment, along with a positive, team-oriented culture built on innovation, inclusion, and long-term success. Join us and be part of a company that values creativity, collaboration, and a desire to win!
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Minimum Qualifications:
The ideal candidate must be extremely organized and able to manage the logistics of multiple duties with professionalism and strong communication skills. In addition, strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment is critical for success in the role, as are high levels of accuracy, timeliness and dependability. We are looking for someone who can establish and maintain effective working relationships within the organization, work effectively with all levels of employees and management, and assist in providing solutions to challenges that arise. If this describes you and you meet the following requirements, we would be happy to speak with you:
- High school diploma or GED equivalent AND at least five (5) years of experience of related experience; OR any combination of education and experience that results in the applicable skills, knowledge, and abilities.
- Willingness to work hard, learn quickly, and prioritize safety every step of the way
- Able to lift 50 lbs., operate forklifts/equipment, and work both indoors and outdoors
About the Company:
VP Racing is best known as a world leader in racing and performance fluids, powering champions in virtually every form of motorsport on land, sea, and air since 1975. VP also sells a full line of consumer products, including ethanol-free fuels and oils for 2- and 4-cycle outdoor power equipment, automotive lubricants, additives, coolants, and accessories through national home improvement, automotive parts, and online retailers. The company also offers a program to independent operators of convenience stores and gas stations, car wash, quick lube, and marinas to brand as VP Racing and resell the company’s full range of automotive performance and small engine fuel products.