Job Title:                      Food Service Equipment Technician

Reports to:                   Maintenance Supervisor

Dept./School:               Maintenance

Wage/Hour Status:       Nonexempt

Pay Grade:                   Auxiliary7/260 days

Date Revised:               4/11/18

Primary Purpose:

Assist in maintaining the district’s food service facilities and equipment in a condition of operating excellence so that full operational use may be made at all times.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Valid Texas Driver’s License
• Certification for Refrigerant Recovery

Special knowledge/ Skills:

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbally)
• Ability to diagnose and resolve problems
• Ability to use hand and power tools
• Ability to work independently

Minimum Experience:

• 5 years experience in commercial kitchen/refrigeration equipment maintenance repair and installations.

Other Requirements:

• Hold a clear and valid Texas driver’s license and maintain a good driving record
• Pass the required Criminal History Check
• Submit Fingerprints
• Outstanding attendance record

Major Responsibilities:

1. Assumes responsibility for safe condition of kitchen equipment in the facilities owned or operated by the District
2. Installs and services all kitchen equipment as directed by work orders assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor.
3. Services and maintains the following equipment:
• Walk-in freezers and refrigerators, food mixers and food processors, dish machines, proofing cabinets, convection steam cookers, convection ovens (electric and gas), reach-in refrigerators and freezers, deep fryers, serving line well heaters, slicers, waste disposals, ice machines and ranges (electric and gas).
4. Assist the Maintenance Supervisor on a regular basis for purposes of preventative maintenance.
5. Perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.
6. On-site attendance is a requirement of the position in order for technician to provide the necessary maintenance on specified equipment
7. Refrain from texting while driving and/or operating heavy equipment

Safety

1. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing. Operate equipment and use tools according to established safety procedures.
2. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
3. Maintain tools and equipment and perform preventive maintenance as required.

Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors:

Equipment Used:

Meters, gauges, ladders, hoists, hand and power tools, and other tools of the trade.

Mental Demands: Reading; ability to understand verbal instructions, maintain emotional control under stress and demanding situations.

Motions:  Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders/scaffolding, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving

Liftings: Heavy lifting and carrying (of up to 50 lbs) on a daily basis.

Environment: work outside and inside; exposure to hot and cold temperatures; work on slippery or uneven surfaces; frequent exposure to dust, toxic chemicals and materials, noise, vibration, and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; work weekends/irregular hours as directed; able to be called-out for emergencies; frequent district-wide travel

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

I have read and understand the essential functions of this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Applicants for all positions are considered without regard to race, color, sex, (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other legally protected status.  Additionally, the district does not discriminate against an applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminating employment practice.

The district Title IX Coordinator is Dayna Hardaway, Director of Human Resources 1104 Broad St., Wichita Falls, TX 76307 940-235-1012.

Questions regarding posted positions should be addressed to human resources 940-235-1012.