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Shift Manager

Mason, MI · On-site

$15.50K - $36K/yr

We are offering $17 per hour for open availability managers! We also offer a competitive benefits plan including but not limited to -Health Insurance -Paid Parental Leave -Paid Time Off -Generous ...

Shift Manager

Holt, MI · On-site

$15.50K - $36K/yr

We are offering $17 per hour for open availability managers! We also offer a competitive benefits plan including but not limited to -Health Insurance -Paid Parental Leave -Paid Time Off -Generous ...

Shift Manager

Lansing, MI · On-site

$15.50K - $36K/yr

We are offering $17.50 per hour for open availability managers! We also offer a competitive benefits plan including but not limited to -Health Insurance -Paid Parental Leave -Paid Time Off -Generous ...

Service Level and Availability Management - ITSM Service Delivery Overview: The Global Hosting Service Delivery team is responsible for managing Infrastructure Operations, including Major Incident ...

Department Manager

Mason, MI · On-site

$15.50K - $36K/yr

Pay Rates *$17.50 for open available ie. 4am-1am *reduced availability Manager starting at $16.00 per hour *annual estimate $15,500.00- $36,000.00 thousand per year Additional Info: Along with ...

Department Manager

Lansing, MI · On-site

$15.50K - $36K/yr

Pay Rates *$17.50 for open available ie. 4am-1am *reduced availability Manager starting at $16.00 per hour *annual estimate $15,500.00- $36,000.00 thousand per year Additional Info: Along with ...

Department Manager

Lansing, MI · On-site

$15.50K - $36K/yr

Pay Rates *$17.50 for open available ie. 4am-1am *reduced availability Manager starting at $16.00 per hour *annual estimate $15,500.00- $36,000.00 thousand per year Additional Info: Along with ...

Department Manager

Lansing, MI · On-site

$15.50K - $36K/yr

Pay Rates *$17.50 for open available ie. 4am-1am *reduced availability Manager starting at $16.00 per hour *annual estimate $15,500.00- $36,000.00 thousand per year Additional Info: Along with ...

Department Manager

Lansing, MI · On-site

$15.50K - $36K/yr

Pay Rates *$17.50 for open available ie. 4am-1am *reduced availability Manager starting at $16.00 per hour *annual estimate $15,500.00- $36,000.00 thousand per year Additional Info: Along with ...

Department Manager

Mason, MI · On-site

$15.50K - $36K/yr

Pay Rates *$17.50 for open available ie. 4am-1am *reduced availability Manager starting at $16.00 per hour *annual estimate $15,500.00- $36,000.00 thousand per year Additional Info: Along with ...

LEAD ADMINISTRATOR L2

Norristown, PA · On-site

$80K - $158K/yr

Maintains and manages batch, generic, print queues. * Experience tuning, configuring, troubleshooting and upgrading operating systems using tools such as SYSGEN, SYSMAN, PERFDAT and Availability ...

This includes incident management, availability management, problem management, capacity management for PAS and also coordination across multiple applications, data management and with PA Ops team ...

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How much do availability manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for availability manager in the United States is $61,351.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,000.00 and $69,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Availability Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Availability Manager, you need expertise in IT service management, incident response, and risk analysis, usually supported by a degree in computer science or related field. Familiarity with ITIL frameworks, monitoring tools like Nagios or Splunk, and relevant certifications such as ITIL Foundation are typically required. Strong analytical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills enable effective coordination and rapid resolution of service disruptions. These skills ensure maximum system uptime, reliable service delivery, and quick recovery from incidents, which are critical for organizational continuity.

What are some common challenges Availability Managers face when ensuring system uptime, and how are these typically addressed?

Availability Managers often encounter challenges such as coordinating timely responses to incidents, managing dependencies across multiple teams, and ensuring robust disaster recovery plans are in place. Addressing these challenges usually involves developing clear incident response protocols, fostering strong communication channels between IT, operations, and support teams, and continuously testing and updating recovery procedures. Staying proactive with monitoring tools and regularly reviewing system performance data also helps minimize downtime and improve overall service reliability.

What is an Availability Manager?

An Availability Manager is a professional responsible for ensuring that IT services and systems are consistently accessible and meet agreed-upon uptime targets. They monitor system performance, identify potential disruptions, and implement strategies to minimize downtime. Availability Managers also coordinate with technical teams to resolve incidents quickly and maintain service continuity, often using best practices from ITIL or similar frameworks. Their work helps organizations avoid costly outages and ensures reliable service for users.

What is the difference between Availability Manager vs Service Delivery Manager?

AspectAvailability ManagerService Delivery Manager
Primary FocusEnsuring system and service availability and uptimeOverseeing overall service delivery and client satisfaction
CertificationsITIL, CompTIA, or similarITIL, PMP, or similar
Work EnvironmentIT operations, data centers, technical teamsClient-facing, project teams, cross-departmental
Industry UsageIT, telecommunications, data servicesIT, telecom, managed services

While both roles focus on service quality, the Availability Manager primarily concentrates on maintaining high system uptime and availability, whereas the Service Delivery Manager oversees the entire service process, including client relations and overall service performance.

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Infographic showing various Availability Manager job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $61,351 per year, or $29.5 per hour.
Shift Manager

$15.50K - $36K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 2 days ago


McDonald's rating

5.1

Company rating: 5.1 out of 10

Based on 10,713 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

54th of 104 rated fast food restaurants


Job description

We are offering $17 per hour for open availability managers! We also offer a competitive benefits plan including but not limited to
-Health Insurance
-Paid Parental Leave
-Paid Time Off
-Generous Bonus Plan
-Free Meals
-Free Uniforms
-Tuition Assistance
-Next Day Pay
Pay Rates
*$17.50 for open available ie. 4am-1am
*reduced availability Manager starting at $16.00 per hour
*annual estimate $15,500.00- $36,000.00 per year
This job posting is for a position in a restaurant owned and operated by an independent franchisee and not McDonald's USA. This franchisee owns a license to use McDonald's logos and food products, for example, when running the restaurant. However, this franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from McDonald's USA. If you are hired for the job described in this posting, the franchisee will be your employer, not McDonald's USA. Only the franchisee is responsible for employment matters at the restaurant, including hiring, firing, discipline, supervisions, staffing, and scheduling employees. McDonald's USA has no control over employment matters at the restaurant. McDonald's USA will not receive a copy of your employment application and it will have no involvement in any employment decisions, including whether you receive an interview for the job or whether you are hired.
Description:
McDonald's Works for Me.
I'm going places. I want a satisfying career with good benefits and great opportunities for advancement. I have a lot to offer and I want to grow.
The Job for Me - Get a job that inspires your best and moves you forward. Choose your hours. Pursue your education. Build your skills and be yourself.
The Team for Me - Our people want to say YES - to working with energy and purpose, finding new talent, providing coaching and direction, honing their leadership skills, and helping to run a business that serves up delicious food and feel-good moments. Does this sound like you? You'll fit right in.
The Company for Me - From here, you can go further than you thought possible. Reach your goals and build your future with college tuition assistance, valuable job training, and retirement benefits.
Let's talk. Make your move.
Requirements:
Managers lead shifts every week, making sure customers get a fast, accurate, friendly experience every visit. A Shift Manager provides leadership to crew and other managers during a shift to ensure great Quality, Service and Cleanliness to customers.
Shift Managers perform a variety of tasks, which may include planning for each shift, monitoring performance during the shift, taking action to ensure the team is meeting McDonald's standards, monitoring safety, security, and profitability, and communicating with the next Shift Manager to help prepare him/her to run a great shift, too. Shift Managers may also be responsible for meeting targets during their shifts and for helping their assigned Departments meet their goals.
As a Shift Manager, you may be responsible for:
• Food Safety
• Internal Communication
• Inventory Management
• Daily Maintenance and Cleanliness
• Managing Crew
• Quality Food Production
• Exceptional Customer Service
• Safety and Security
• Scheduling
• Training
Previous leadership experience is preferred, ideally within a restaurant, retail or hospitality environment. We're looking for positive team players with a flexible schedule who like to have fun, with the passion to work the famously fast paced McDonald's environment. You must be 18 years or older to be a manager in our corporate owned and operated restaurants.
Additional Info:
Along with competitive pay, a Shift Manager at a McDonald's Corporate owned restaurant is eligible for incredible benefits including:
• 15-25 days paid vacation
• 10 paid holidays and 8-week sabbatical every 10 years
• Education through Archways to Opportunity including opportunities to earn a High School degree, college tuition assistance and English classes as a second language
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Pre-tax flexible spending accounts
• Short- and Long-Term Disability, life and accident insurance
• Paid Leaves of Absence
• Service awards
• Employee Resource Connection
• Adoption Assistance
• Matching gifts program
This job posting contains some information about what it is like to work in a McDonald's restaurant, but it is not a complete job description. People who work in a McDonald's restaurant perform a number of different tasks every day, and this posting does not list all of the essential functions of this job.
By applying to this position, I understand that I am applying to work at a restaurant that is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, not McDonald's USA. I understand that this franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from McDonald's USA. Any information I provide in this application will be submitted only to the independent franchisee, who is the only company responsible for employment matters at this restaurant. I recognize that the independent franchisee alone will make all decisions concerning employment matters, including hiring, firing, discipline, supervision, staffing and scheduling. By applying for a job at a franchisee operated restaurant, I understand that the information I provide will be forwarded to the franchisee organization in order for that organization to reach out to me and process and evaluate my application. I acknowledge that McDonald's USA will not receive a copy of my employment application and will have no involvement in any employment decisions regarding me, including whether I receive an interview or whether I am hired to work for the franchisee. I understand that I need to contact the franchise organization for information about its privacy practices.

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What began as a small drive-in restaurant in San Bernardino, California and has grown into an American icon that proudly serves 63 million customers every day around the globe. While much has changed over the last six decades, Ray Kroc's original commitment to Quality, Service, Cleanliness and Value has endured and made McDonald's a trusted favorite for over 65 years.

Industry

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Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Chicago, IL, US