Kitchen Equipment Technician (Anticipated Vacancy)

Position Title: Kitchen Equipment Technician

Salary Schedule: PCSD Classified

Department: Maintenance Department

Job Code:  

Reports To: Director of Maintenance

Work Schedule: Annual/ 8 hours per day

Grade/Level:  CLSJ/I-3

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Primary Function:   Inspect assigned facilities and equipment for safe and efficient operation.  Must be able to troubleshoot and make total repairs on select equipment.       

Indoor and outdoor work environment

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate specialized equipment

Driving a vehicle to conduct work

Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Lift, carry, push & pull 50 lbs. on frequent basis.

Regular exposure to fumes, dust, and odors

Ability to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, feel, talk, hear, crawl, and to read a variety of printed and coded materials

Seasonal heat and cold or adverse weather conditions. Ability to work indoors and outdoors during all types of weather including hot, cold, rainy, humid, and dry conditions.  Work extended periods in temperatures ranging from extremely hot to sub-zero.

Handle chemicals including but not limited to industrial refrigerant and caustic cleaning in solution, aerosol, and powder forms.

Available for emergency response 24 hrs./day, 7 days/week.

Minimum of high school diploma or GED

EPA Refrigeration certification.  On-going training/professional standards requirements

Minimum of three (3) years’ work experience in commercial kitchen equipment, refrigeration, and 3-phase electric trades

Must possess a valid driver's license, have dependable transportation, and have a good driving record

Inspect assigned facilities and equipment for safe and efficient operation.

Perform assigned tasks (preventive and/or corrective) necessary to maintain all kitchen equipment in peak operating condition.

Communicate problems/concerns with equipment to appropriate supervisor.

Make recommendations which will improve job performance and/or equipment reliability as appropriate.

Effectively prioritize and accomplish workload.

Receive large kitchen equipment in schools and ensure proper installation meeting all federal, state, and local codes.

Maintain all tools and equipment used in performance of job responsibilities; maintain clean worksite(s).

Contribute to development of equipment specifications and budget.

Complete all paperwork in a timely manner, obtaining proper signatures from the issuing administrator.

Estimate time, material and supply needs to complete assigned jobs.  Assist in ordering materials.

Maintain equipment service and inventory records.

Immediately report safety hazards which affect the welfare of students and district employees.

Meets USDA's Professional Standards training requirements.  Participates in and attends all assigned in-service/training programs annually.

Other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or designee