Service Technician-HVAC/R + Hotside

McKenzie Recruiting • Full-time • Pittsburgh Pennsylvania, US • 1w ago

Position Overview:

As a Service Technician, you will work closely with restaurant and hospitality managers to deliver comprehensive service solutions for a wide range of commercial kitchen equipment. This includes cooking, refrigeration, ware-washing, and other specialized food service appliances. You will leverage your mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills to ensure equipment is maintained and repaired to the highest standards.

Salary: $30 -$42 an hour- depending on experience

Benefits: • Take home truck/van w/ gas card • Uniforms • Phone • Health, Life, Dental & Vision offered (Employees eligible on 1st of the month, after 60 days) • 12 days PTO accrued after 30 days • 3 floating holidays • 48 hours for wellness/sickness.

Schedule: • Exact hours differ by market, 7:00am-4:00pm is typical. • Rotational on-call every 3-4 weeks. • Occasional overnight travel may be necessary, depending on a candidate's market.

Responsibilities: • Collaborate with restaurant and hospitality managers to provide service solutions for commercial kitchen equipment, including cooking, refrigeration, and ware-washing units. • Diagnose and repair commercial kitchen equipment by demonstrating mechanical aptitude, reading diagrams and schematics, and utilizing troubleshooting skills. • Communicate with equipment manufacturers as necessary to assist with diagnostics and parts identification. • Consult with the Technical Assistance Group for additional support when required during service visits. • Install parts promptly and professionally in accordance with company policies. • Promote and recommend additional services to customers when applicable. • Complete accurate and timely administrative paperwork, including work orders, time sheets, receipts, and inventory reports. • Adhere to safety protocols and accident prevention procedures. • Maintain an organized service vehicle, including accurate inventory of parts and tools. • Achieve productivity standards set by the company.

Requirements: • 5 years of technical experience in refrigeration, appliance repair, kitchen equipment, HVAC, or relevant military service. • Frequent kneeling, bending, squatting, pushing, pulling, and reaching. • Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 70 pounds. • Work around moving mechanical parts, steam equipment, open flames, and heated surfaces, with exposure to liquids, electrical shock, and varying environmental conditions. • Ability to work at heights, including on ladders and roofs. • High school diploma or equivalent. • Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record. • Willingness to participate in an emergency on-call rotation, including nights and weekends. • Availability for occasional overnight travel. • Technical training, licenses, and certifications such as EPA or CFESA. • Experience with commercial refrigeration and/or commercial cooking equipment repair. • Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize tasks and work independently with minimal supervision. This role does not offer immigration sponsorship.

About the Company: McKenzie Recruiting